Webinar: How to get higher in Google: The basics

Want your website to be seen by as many potential customers as possible? Get practical tips from an experienced Search Engine Optimisation professional on how to woo those elusive search engine robots and climb the rankings.

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Topics covered

  • What exactly is Search Engine Optimisation – SEO?
  • What the Google search robots see
  • How you’re probably already optimising for Google
  • Free tools to discover what your customer is looking for
  • Mistakes to avoid
  • Quick wins such as About pages, blogs and case studies

Who is it for?

Any business with a website on any platform including Wix, Squarespace, Shopify and WordPress.

Delivered by Helen Reynolds

After growing up near Scarborough and graduating from Cambridge University, Helen started working on websites in 1997. She managed the digital presence of an international travel company in Gatwick and the Lake District National Park. Now based in York, Helen founded Ink Gardener Copywriting in 2014, helping everyone from candle makers to cathedral deans.

In 2024/25 Helen led the Growth Hub’s How to get higher in Google programme for 23 North Yorkshire-based businesses. This included workshops, website MOTs, SEO mini-overhauls and one-to-one advice. Her aim is to help businesses grab the attention of humans and Google alike through friendly, professional content.

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Innovation Supper: Apply to pitch

Join us for a relaxed evening with a light supper and plenty of inspiration, where you’ll have the chance to step into the spotlight and pitch your business idea to win seed funding. Prior to the pitching, you’ll be provided expert pitch training delivered by York St John, so you’re fully prepared to deliver your pitch with confidence. Whether you’re just starting out or already up and running, you’re invited to get involved.

Celebrating a Career Supporting Business Growth 

Growth Hub Manager Simon Middleton is stepping into retirement following a long and rewarding career defined by his dedication to the region’s business community. Colleagues, partners and the many businesses he has supported wish Simon the very best for a happy and well-deserved retirement. 

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