Join us at Barclays Eagle Lab for an info packed event featuring 3 different speakers plus the opportunity to network with other delegates. At this event, 3 short presentations will cover 3 different topics. There will also be opportunities for networking with other delegates.
This event is part of a series of in-person FSB Talks events at Barclays Eagle Lab Southampton.
Our speakers:
Podcasting for Business
With over 25 years in broadcasting Zoe Hanson of www.thepodcastlady.co.uk will let you into some audio secrets that will make you hear and hopefully make podcasts differently.
We’ll cover:
- Audience
- Planning
- Recording
- Editing
- Marketing
Raising your profile in the media.
In this introduction to PR, Isabel Johnston of IJ Communications will help you find your story that can get your business seen in the press. With so much noise about social media, we often forget the many other ways raise your profile and get sales. How can you gain press coverage to help your business grow? We run through five top tips to consider for quick PR wins – which can boost both content, confidence, visibility and sales.
Isabel runs IJ Communications and has helped hundreds of business owners save time through taking a more strategic approach to their communications. She helps anyone from small SMEs to large, global corporate organisations get regional, national and international media coverage. This whistle stop ‘PR tour’ will show everyone has a story to tell – ensuring you leave with ideas to showcase your success to the world!
The Numbers Game!
"If you don’t know where you come from, it’s difficult to determine where you are – it’s even more difficult to plan where you are going" (Joseph Lowery)
Emma Lodge of TaxAssist Accountants will present on the importance of numbers in your business success –
- The importance of having a strategic plan
- How to avoid the pitfalls and maximise the opportunities
- How accountants can help add value and when to use them
- Common mistakes made with bookkeeping software
Emma brings a practicality and straight forward approach to a much misunderstood but very important aspect of growing a sustainable business.
How to get there
The entrance to Eagle Labs is opposite the Quilter building on the corner of Portland Terrace. Ring up to reception at the front door to gain access to the building.
There is public parking close by, such as NCP Car Park, Marlands Car Park and West Quay Car Park. There are also Blue Badge parking bays on nearby streets, you can find more information here.
Eagle Labs are a short 10 minute walk from Southampton Central Station, a three minute walk from the coach station, and there are several bus routes with stops nearby. The venue also has bike storage available.
For those attending the event, Eagle Labs have offered attendees to use one of their hot desks prior to the event during the day, for free, if you would like to take up this offer, please book via Catherine at the Lab on her email [email protected]. This does need to be booked in advance.
Accessibility
The venue is on the second floor, accessible by lift, along with an accessible toilet. If you have any queries regarding access, please contact Beth Doel.
To enable FSB to deliver a high level of customer service at our events, and to tailor the content where appropriate, we will share your full name and business name with the host of the event you have registered to attend. The event hosts are representatives of FSB who irretrievably delete your details following the event. Should you not consent your full name and business name being shared with the event host, please contact [email protected] within three working days of the event taking place, with details of the event.
Event contact
For general enquiries regarding the event, please contact Beth Doel on [email protected]
