Workshops
Starting Your Own Business
Fully Funded Bootcamp Workshop
Do you have that business idea and you’re ready to turn those dreams into reality? Do you have a very new business you’re passionate about but very little business experience and want to learn more?
Covering… Developing your business idea, concept and purpose and unique selling points, Identifying Your Target Market ,Conducting Market Research, Drafting Your Business Plan including Start-up costs and financial forecasting, Creating Your Brand & Values, Formalising Your Business, Getting Organised, and Improvisation.
Dates
- Wednesday 4th March 2026
Location
- Castle Point Borough Council, Kiln Road, Thundersley, Benfleet, Essex, SS7 1TF
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
Enhance Your Online Presence
Fully Funded Digital Marketing Surgery
Are you looking to boost your business’s online presence? If you’re new to the Castle Point Business Accelerator programme or seeking expert guidance in digital marketing, we’ve got you covered!
Our Fully Funded one-to-one Digital Marketing Surgeries* connect you with the experienced Michael Niles, an accredited business advisor and digital marketing trainer.
Michael has an impressive track record, delivering courses on behalf of renowned institutions such as Google Digital Garage.
Your 1 hour, 1-2-1 session can help with: Social Media, Website Development, Search Engine Optimisation, Content Marketing, Blogging, Video Content, Podcasting…
All at a time to suit you!
Dates
- Arranged at a convenient time directly with you.
Location
- Online
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
Mastering Funding & Tender Success Fully Funded Workshop
Strategies, Tools, and Mindset for Winning Applications
Elevate your business by learning how to create winning funding applications and tender responses. Designed for businesses seeking to enhance their bid-writing skills.
This workshop covers:
Effective Application Strategies: Learn how to write compelling funding applications and tender responses that stand out.
Smart Decision-Making: Discover when not applying might be the best strategy for your business.
Collaborations & CSR: Explore the benefits of collaborations and Corporate Social Responsibility, and how to integrate these into your bids.
Handling Rejection: Turn setbacks into opportunities by using feedback to improve future applications.
Opportunity Search: Master the art of finding new funding and tender opportunities for your business.
Toolkit & Resources: Access a toolkit of valuable documents and guidance to boost your bid-writing success.
3 hour – Online workshop
Dates
- New Date TBC, 9.30am-12.30pm
Location
- Online
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
1 Hour Business Kickstart
Do you have that business idea?
Are you asking yourself – where do I start? How do I turn those dreams into reality? Is my idea good enough and will it work?
Whether you’re just exploring that idea or have already taken those first steps to starting your own business.
This relaxed, conversational hour-long group session is designed to give new potential entrepreneurs an introduction to our programme for running your own business.
Whether you’re looking to start a small lifestyle business, or you have big ambitions, join us for FREE!
Dates
- Monday 14 August, 12pm – 1pm
- Thursday 17 August, 7pm – 8pm
Location
- Online
Cost
- FREE
Recruitment and Retention:
Best practice for hiring your workforce
FREE Workshop
Whether you’re an early stage business or just starting up, understanding the hiring process and challenges faced with hiring in 2023 is key.
This FREE bite-sized 3-hour session will give you an introduction to the considerations needed to set up your recruitment in the right way, at the right time to get the right outcomes.
We will provide you with the tools to assess your current practices or set up new ones. So Join us for
Dates
- Wednesday 13 September, 9.30am – 12.30pm
Location
- Online
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
Practical AI Tools for Everyday Business
Fully Funded Online Workshop
Uncover the secrets of AI in this enlightening session! Delve into the diverse applications of artificial intelligence across various business domains such as customer service, marketing, operations, and data analysis.
Discover the transformative power of AI, enabling the generation of innovative ideas, streamlining operations, and positioning your business as a market leader.
Join this webinar to kickstart your journey towards future business success in an AI-driven world. Don’t miss out on preparing your business for the evolving landscape shaped by AI!
Dates
- More dates coming in 2026
Location
- Online
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
Dates
Location
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
Business Model Canvas: A Single Page Business Plan
Fully Funded Online Workshop
Whether you’re an early stage business or just starting up, the business model canvas gives a clear and concise picture of the company’s value proposition, target customer segments, revenue streams, cost structure, and key activities.
It enables entrepreneurs to focus on the most critical elements of their business plan and identify potential flaws in their approach before launching or growing their venture.
Dates
- More dates in 2026
Location
- Online
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
Sales Techniques
Fully Funded Workshop
Do you struggle with closing a sale? With less than 10% of business owners receiving sales training, we’re here to fill the gap!
This interactive Fully Funded 3 hour workshop offers new entrepreneurs insights into effective sales techniques and boosts confidence. Many businesses are born from passion, yet less than 10% of owners receive sales training – join us for the essential skills.
Dates
- Tuesday 15th July 2025, 9.30am-12.30pm
Location
- Online
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
Business Model Canvas: A Single Page Business Plan
FREE Online Workshop
Whether you’re an early stage business or just starting up, the business model canvas gives a clear and concise picture of the company’s value proposition, target customer segments, revenue streams, cost structure, and key activities.
It enables entrepreneurs to focus on the most critical elements of their business plan and identify potential flaws in their approach before launching or growing their venture.
Dates
- Tuesday 10 October, 9.30am – 12.30pm
Location
- Online
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
Starting Your Own Business
Fully Funded Sales Technique Workshop
Do you struggle with closing a sale? With less than 10% of business owners receiving sales training, we’re here to fill the gap!
This interactive FREE* half day workshop offers new entrepreneurs insights into effective sales techniques and boosts confidence. Many businesses are born from passion, yet les than 10% of owners receive sales training – join us for the essential skills.
Dates
- Monday 4 December 2023, 9am – 1pm
Location
- Garon Park, Southend-on-Sea SS2 4FA
Cost
- FREE
Trainer
What our delegates say…
The kick-start business course gave me the confidence to push my business ideas forward. It was a great opportunity to meet other people starting up businesses to see and hear their stories. The course was informative and delivered to a high standard. I came away feel inspired and ready to begin my business journey.
Iysha Miah SahinBusiness Bootcamp
This programme has given me the knowledge, skills and confidence to move forward with my new business idea.
NatalieBusiness Bootcamp
Workshop booking
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