Page 62 • The HERALD • 9th May 2024 v SEND ALL YOUR NEWS TO THE HERALD v ASK A PROFESSIONAL NFBP Business Support Programme New Forest Business Partnership (NFBP) have a really useful programme of business support and networking events, open to everybody and aimed at providing training for local businesses across a variety of essential skills. e programme includes a mix of both online and in person events - and many of them are free of charge. For the Business Support Hours you do need to book by 3pm on the day. You will then receive an email before the meeting starts with the Zoom meeting ID and password to enable you to join the meeting online. e next events are: Tuesday 14th May – 12noon-2pm - LinkedIn Local New Forest Gathering is month they gather at New Forest Adventure Golf, for an actionpacked round of mini golf to challenge the short game competitor! e beautifully landscaped course is a high spec 18 hole adventure, expertly cra ed to mirror the New Forest, as you journey from the Isle of Wight across the Solent to Lymington by ferry! A great opportunity for business networking, in groups of 4, as you work your way around the course, ending up at the clubhouse for a picnic and refreshments. Please book now to go along and meet many of your local connections – you can drop in at any point during the event – and please tell people you know who may be interested, particularly on your own LinkedIn pro le using the hashtag: #linkedinlocalnewforest. Linkedin Local is always a popular event and tickets will sell out fast! Tickets £19. www.n p. org.uk/event/linkedinlocal-new-forestgathering-18/ Wednesday 15th May - 4pm-5pm – New Forest Business Support Hour A weekly informal one hour networking meeting – an opportunity to update each other on how your businesses are progressing, to meet new people and to ask each other questions in a relaxed setting. Free. Book at: www. nfbp.org.uk/event/newforest-business-supporthour-138/ Tuesday 21st May – Marketing Masterclass – 9.30am-11.30am Marketing for your business includes using the right tools and channels to create a strategy that can work on a budget. Join each month for tips on how to enhance your marketing e orts. is month, they welcome the colourful, fun photographer, Becky Bryant, to discuss the use of Photo and Video in marketing your business. Join them for an exclusive marketing training event where you’ll learn the ins and outs of cra ing impactful marketing using photo and video. With two decades of experience in design and a wealth of experience working with small businesses and solopreneurs, Becky will help you show up, stand out and be the face of your business. Becky loves championing businesses of all sizes, from solopreneurs, creatives, small businesses and international suppliers. Get your visuals on point and on brand so you can get in front of your ideal client and stop them scrolling! This monthly event includes plenty of opportunity for you to network with other New Forest businesses, to learn from a marketing expert and to ask questions, as they work together to support you as you grow your business. Tickets £19. Book at: www.n p.org.uk/event/ marketing-masterclass-2/ Wednesday 22nd May – Business Breakfast – 7.30am-9.30am Enjoy a Business Breakfast in style with a networking breakfast at Chewton Glen. A morning spent at this stunning venue is the perfect way to start your day: with networking, a facilitated discussion and, of course, a fabulous breakfast! ey welcome Michaela Smith, Imposter Syndrome and Conscious Leadership Coach. 89% of people are less likely to speak up with great ideas because of Imposter Syndrome. Additionally, 15% of people consider quitting their job or business due to Imposter Syndrome. Is it time to openly discuss what Imposter Syndrome is and how we can support ourselves or our employees in overcoming it? What kind of internal work does it take to reach our true potential? Tickets £29. Book at: www.n p.org.uk/event/ business-breakfast-6/ Wednesday 22nd May - 4pm-5pm – New Forest Business Support Hour A weekly informal one hour networking meeting – an opportunity to update each other on how your businesses are progressing, to meet new people and to ask each other questions in a relaxed setting. Free. Book at: www. nfbp.org.uk/event/newforest-business-supporthour-139/ Wednesday 29th May - 4pm-5pm – New Forest Business Support Hour A weekly informal one hour networking meeting – an opportunity to update each other on how your businesses Continued on page 63
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