If someone were to ask you to speak to the media, would you freeze in blind panic or take it in your stride? For most of us, I would guess blind panic would set in and we’d stumble our way through.

It’s been a while but we’re bringing back training to help you build confidence and speak like a pro.

We’ve also got coming up in July Finance for Non-Financial Managers and LinkedIn Strategies for Boosting Client Engagement.

Be a Confident Spokesperson – Media Mastery for Small Businesses
Date: Tuesday, 30th June
Time: 10am to 1pm
Price: £75 +VAT members / £95 +VAT non-members
Venue: The Roundthorn Country Hotel, Penrith, CA11 8SJ

A fast-paced, practical workshop teaching small business owners how to confidently handle radio, TV, podcast and online interviews.
Delegates will learn:

• The importance of interviews for small businesses
• The differences between radio, TV, podcast and livestream interviews
• How to avoid common interview mistakes
• How to craft a clear, memorable message
• Delivery skills that build confidence
• Handling tough or unexpected questions
• Dealing with nerves

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Finance for non-financial managers
Date: Tuesday 7th July
Time: 9.30am to 12noon
Price: £90 +VAT members / £120 +VAT non-members
Venue: Castle Green Hotel, Castle Green Ln, Kendal LA9 6RG
Delivered by: Tony Fergsuson, Dodd & Co

Finance isn’t just for accountants – it’s for every manager. Designed to provide managers and professionals with a foundational understanding of finance to help make informed business decisions this half day course will provide you with an introduction to some of the essential terminology and concepts of finance allowing you to navigate financial discussions with confidence

Course content includes, but is not limited to…

• Definition of finance in business and its role in decision making
• Reviewing key financial statements
• Making money – revenue, costs, and profit
• Basic cashflow and budgeting processes
• Jargon busting, technical terminology, and an introduction to KPIs
• Understanding the numbers and analysing performance

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LinkedIn Strategies for Boosting Client Engagement
Date: Wednesday, 15th July 2026
Time: 10am to 1pm
Price: £65 +VAT members / £85 +VAT non members
Venue: Online

If you already work with great clients but want better ways to stay connected with them between projects, this session is for you.
This practical workshop shows you how to use LinkedIn as a simple relationship tool, helping you keep in touch with current clients, stay visible in their world, and create natural touch points without feeling awkward or salesy.

In this session with DigiEnable, you’ll learn how to use LinkedIn to nurture existing relationships, spot opportunities to support clients further, and encourage referrals through consistent, thoughtful engagement.

We’ll focus on small actions that build trust over time, not big campaigns that are hard to sustain.

You’ll leave with:

• A simple strategy for keeping in touch with clients
• Easy ways to create regular, meaningful touch points
• Practical ideas for encouraging referrals naturally
• Confidence using LinkedIn as a relationship tool, not just a marketing platform

Before the session: This session is for people who already have a LinkedIn profile and basic experience using the platform. Please make sure you can log in on the day so you can apply what you learn in real time.

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