Training

Bespoke 121 Productivity Coaching Programme

Dates and times of sessions to be arranged individually

Price: Fully funded by Cumberland Council (lunch and refreshments included) – businesses from outside of Cumberland can attend but charges will apply
Venue: Online

Ever feel overwhelmed or frustrated by the never-ending to-do lists, overflowing inboxes, or repetitive tasks in your business? Want to learn some new ways of working, increase your productivity and work/life balance, or just streamline and optimise your current workflows and processes?

Then this productivity coaching programme is very much for you!

Join our productivity coach, Liz Hardwick from DigiEnable, for 6 x 55minute 1-on-1 coaching sessions, bespoke for you and your specific needs.

During your coaching journey, we’ll help you identify your unique strengths and challenges, and provide tailored strategies to optimise your productivity

Here’s what you can expect from this coaching programme:

Personalised Coaching: Each session is tailored to your unique needs and challenges, ensuring you receive the guidance and support you need to succeed.

Proven Strategies: Learn cutting-edge productivity techniques and best practices, based on the latest tech and real-world success stories.

Measurable Results: Track your progress and witness tangible improvements in your productivity, performance, and overall well-being.

Expert Guidance: Work with an experienced and certified productivity coach, with years of experience and client case studies to draw upon, who is dedicated to helping you reach your full potential.

Topic’s covered in-session can include (but not limited to)…

Vision and Goal Setting

Business Planning and Strategy

Time, Energy and Focus Management

Prioritisation and Organization

Creativity and Innovation

Client Service and Experience

Wellbeing and Self-Care

Systems and Processes

Workflows and Automations

Are you ready to transform your productivity and unlock your true potential?

Don’t wait – sign up for our 6-Session Productivity Coaching Series today and experience the power of personalised, expert guidance on your journey to success! To express your interest email lesleyr@cumbriachamber.co.uk


Animal health evening with Belle Vue Vets

Date: Wednesday 20th November
Time: From 7pm
Venue: The Stocksman, Hopes Auction, Wigton, CA7 9NS

Join the Farmer Network and Belle Vue Vets for an evening discussing a range of animal health topics. Iain Steele MRCVS will cover calf health and pneumonia followed by a talk about current sheep health issues.  There will be an update on the latest Bluetongue situation and how you can apply for the Annual Health and Welfare Review.  Pie and Peas supper provided.

Book here


Food Waste Reduction Training for Food & Drink businesses

Date: Friday 22nd November 2024
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Price: Funded by Cumberland Council
Venue: Priors Room, Carlisle Cathedral, Carlisle, CA3 8TZ

As of March 2025 businesses with 10 or more staff will be required to segregate food waste and have this collected separately, under new Simpler Recycling legislation. Now is the perfect time to look at how you can reduce your food waste, which can have a big impact on your profitability and on the planet.

Based on the national Guardian’s of Grub scheme this free, 3 hour workshop is packed full of useful resources and advice on how to reduce wasted food, options for re-distributing food that could be eaten and the possibilities for on-site composting. Helping you to reduce wasted food, improve your bottom line and save the planet.

Book here: Calendar Detail Provided By RubiCRM (cumbriachamber.co.uk)


Food Waste Reduction Training for Food & Drink businesses

Date: 29th November 2024
Time: 2pm to 5pm
Price: Funded by Cumberland Council
Venue: Allerdale House, Workington, CA14 3YJ

As of March 2025 businesses with 10 or more staff will be required to segregate food waste and have this collected separately, under new Simpler Recycling legislation. Now is the perfect time to look at how you can reduce your food waste, which can have a big impact on your profitability and on the planet.

Based on the national Guardian’s of Grub scheme this free, 3 hour workshop is packed full of useful resources and advice on how to reduce wasted food, options for re-distributing food that could be eaten and the possibilities for on-site composting. Helping you to reduce wasted food, improve your bottom line and save the planet.

Book here: Calendar Detail Provided By RubiCRM (cumbriachamber.co.uk)


Communicating Impact: Designing a High Impact Response in Bids and Tenders

Date: Monday 25th November 2024
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Venue: Online

Delivered by Claire Louise Chapman, The Shared Value Business Ltd

Learning Objectives:

  1. Understanding the key elements of a high-quality social response in a tender document
  2. A structure for communicating project social impact, including clear articulation of objectives and the pathway and measurables to achieve objectives
  3. Understanding government Social Value Principles as a foundation for developing Social Impact within projects

Training Content:

  1. Provision of a clear process to ensure clarity of structure and relevance of responses. Use of bid examples throughout to ensure this is a practical rather than theoretical session
  2. Understanding the importance of policy context using practical examples, including (but not restricted to) nuclear and health sector as key Cumbrian sectors requiring social value commitments
  3. Understanding socio-economic data, how to obtain this and use it within a response to determine appropriate impact commitments
  4. Provision of a structure to ensure commitments are high impact, i.e. are specific, measurable, deliverable and accountable

Email info@cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk to book


Understanding Your Why, Income Goals, and Cash Flow

Date: Tuesday 26th November
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Price: Fully funded by Cumberland Council

Venue: Cumbria Chamber of Commerce, 3rd Floor Broadacre House, 16-20 Lowther Street, Carlisle, CA3 8DA

Are you ready to turn your business idea into reality? Join this workshop designed specifically for aspiring entrepreneurs at the beginning of their journey. This engaging three-hour session will help you uncover the deeper motivation behind your business idea, set achievable income goals, and get a firm grasp on managing your cash flow. Working with the Thomas Jardine & Co’s team you’ll gain the clarity and confidence needed to navigate the financial aspects of starting a business.

Don’t miss this chance to connect with fellow entrepreneurs and receive tailored guidance from experienced facilitators. If you’re taking the first real steps to establish your venture, this workshop will equip you with the essential tools and knowledge to succeed. Secure your spot today and start building a solid foundation for your business’s financial health and long-term growth.

Email info@cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk to book


Early Resolution – building relationships

Date: Tuesday 3rd December 2024
Time: 9.30am to 4pm
Price: Fully funded for eligible businesses

Venue: The Guild, 5 Abbey Street, Carlisle, CA3 8TX

A one day programme which is focused on understanding self and others, using a number of models and practical examples to improve self awareness, empathy and actions to support early resolution conversations and actions. Building confidence to enable clarity of message delivered with compassion.

We explore transactional analysis, trauma informed and other models to understand our behaviours and that of others, with opportunities to build stronger connections.

We trial the use of a coaching approach to solution focused conversations and actions.

We dive deep into techniques to improve own awareness and ability to move forward with early resolution techniques.

Email info@cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk to book


How to manage inventory, track costs and price your product

Date: Friday 24th January 2025
Time: 9.30am to 12.30pm
Venue: Online

  • Identifying the difference between cost of goods/services sold and overheads
  • How to track your cost of goods/services sold
  • Pricing your product/service accordingly
  • If applicable, how to offer bulk sale pricing ensuring a manageable margin
  • How to manage inventory

This training is only for Food & Drink businesses and local producers/manufacturers

Email info@cumbriagrowthhub.co.uk to book