We’re moving all training under the business support arm of Cumbria Chamber – Cumbria Business Growth Hub.
This means we’ll be gradually introducing a great new range of training combined with our existing offers. To see what appetite there is for the new training courses we’re delivering four courses – details are below.
How to make the most of AI tools like Chat GPT
Date: Tuesday 21 November 2023
Time: 10am to 1pm
Price: £50 +VAT Chamber members / £75 +VAT non-members
Venue: Online
Are you ready to unlock the full potential of AI tools like ChatGPT? In today’s fast-paced digital world, where information is abundant and demands are unrelenting, making the most of AI can be the key to reclaiming your time, energy, and focus. Join us in this illuminating workshop where we will empower you with practical strategies to harness the power of AI tools effectively.
Throughout this interactive workshop, we will demystify Artificial Intelligence, explore its capabilities, and equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to integrate it seamlessly into your personal and professional life. Whether you’re a business professional, content creator, educator, or simply curious about AI, this workshop will guide you in maximising the benefits of AI within your organisation.
By the end of this workshop you will:
- Understand the range of AI tools available and how they can be used within your business
- Review how AI could replace existing costs within your business
- Explore how AI can integrate with tools you already use
- Have increased confidence in using ChatGPT and other AI tools currently available
TikTok & Instagram video for business
Date: Tuesday 28 November 2023
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Price: £50 +VAT Chamber members / £75 +VAT non-members
Venue: Online
As of last year, 9 out of 10 adults in the UK owned a smartphone, but do you feel you’re using it to its full potential? We’ve come a long way since the days of Nokia 3310s and spending hours playing Snake. The modern smartphone is much more than just a computer in your pocket. It’s a communication tool, and video camera, a podcasting tool and more. In fact, more recent social platforms such as Instagram and TikTok are almost exclusively populated by smartphones and tablet created content, meaning that little device you have in your pocket is key to your entire content marketing strategy. Join us in this workshop where we will give you everything you need to make full use of your smartphone to create video content for socials. If you think TikTok is all dance trends and young people, you couldn’t be more wrong! With the number of users expected to reach 24 million per month in the UK by the end of this year, it’s a platform that businesses cannot afford to ignore.
By the end of this session you will know:
- How to optimise your Instagram account
- Launch a TikTok channel
- Create your first video on both platforms
- Super-user tips for playing the platforms algorithm game
Getting set up on Shopify
Date: Tuesday 12 December 2023
Time: 1pm to 4pm
Price: £50 +VAT Chamber members / £75 +VAT non-members
Venue: Online
Shopify stands as one of the world’s leading eCommerce platforms, trusted by nearly 4 million global businesses. With over 50% of these merchants experiencing repeat customers, it’s a powerful tool that can transform your business and enable you to generate sales around the clock. Join us in this workshop where we will demystify the process of setting up your Shopify store. From creating new listings to harnessing the sales and marketing tools within the platform, you’ll gain the skills needed to succeed in the online marketplace. Please note that Shopify is a paid platform, but worry not; we’ll guide you through a 14-day free trial during this workshop. This opportunity will allow you to assess if Shopify aligns with your business needs and goals, all while taking the first steps toward creating a thriving online presence.
By the end of this session you will know:
- Shopify Setup: How to create your Shopify store and start selling online
- Product Listing Skills: Adding and managing items with compelling descriptions and images
- Sales & Marketing Tools: Leveraging Shopify’s tools for boosting your online presence and attracting customers during the 14-day free trial.
Social selling for business
Date: Thursday 11 January 2024
Time: 10am to 1pm
Price: £50 +VAT Chamber members / £75 +VAT non-members
Venue: Online
Social selling includes a range of techniques and tools to nurture your relationships with your current clients and customers, and build conversations and rapport with your soon-to-be new ones. With over 4.6 billion people worldwide using social media and it now becoming the most popular online activity, it’s a sales strategy not to ignore. Join us in this workshop where we will look at the different ways to interact with your online communities, what options are available to sell directly on the top social media platforms, and how to make it easier to sell your products and services via socials.
By the end of this session you will know:
- Maximise Social Media Influence: Leverage billions of users for better relationships and new prospects
- Engage Communities Effectively: Spark conversations and build connections that matter
- Direct Sales on Top Platforms: Sell products directly on major social media platforms
- Efficient Sales Techniques: Streamline conversions for better results
- Strategic Social Selling: Develop a winning strategy for your business
If there’s any training you would be interested in us delivering please let Lesley Robinson, Head of Business Support know – lesleyr@cumbriachamber.co.uk.
Don’t forget if as a business you have a need for in-house delivery we can also help and are currently looking to support three businesses with sales and excel training.
We’ll also be developing our site tours further but have a great one booked for November, with only 12 places available.
Site tour – Cumbria Crystal
Date: Wednesday 22 November 2023
Time: 10am to 12noon
Venue: Cumbria Crystal, Unit 4, Canal Head, Ulverston, LA12 7LB
Join us for a tour of Cumbria Crystal to hear from Chris Blade, Chief Executive Officer, watch glassblowing and glass cutting, see all production processes and visit the shop to view the product range. There will also be time for Q&As and networking.