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SUMMARY:🟢 Setting up Google Analytics for Success: Lunch and Learn Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:This series will explore the free tools available from Google to help small businesses increase their online presence. Plus\, you’ll learn how to leverage Google’s paid advertising platform for scalable growth without feeling like you are just wasting money. Participants will leave feeling confident to start using Google Tools to Improve their visibility\, generate leads and make more sales online. \n \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand how Google Analytics supports data-driven decision making\nSet up Google Analytics and ensure their website is correctly tracking user activity\nUnderstand the role of Google Tag Manager and when it is needed\nConfidently read key reports to understand their website performance over time\nIdentify which marketing channels drive traffic and results\n\nWho this series is for\nParticipants of all abilities are welcome from beginners with no previous experience or technical skills to more experienced users who want to make sure they are maximising all the features Google has to offer. \nSuitable for location-based businesses with premises\, product-based businesses with an online store and service-based businesses.  These webinars are aimed at self-employed business owners\, freelancers and marketing teams in small businesses. \nAbout the provider\nDelivered by Louise Mason\, Your Marketing Specialist. Louise is an Independent Marketing Consultant helping businesses drive growth through strategic marketing. Louise is on a mission to help 1\,000 businesses do better\, smarter marketing by developing marketing strategies to attract\, convert and keep customers coming back for more. With 20 years of experience and over 900 businesses helped from Accountants to Zumba teachers and household brands including Staples\, Butterkist\, Portakabin and Best Western hotels\, Louise has a wealth of knowledge to draw from to help business owners like you. \n  \n These webinars will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the sessions are delivered. The recordings will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \nSign up once\, access all sessions
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/setting-up-google-analytics-for-success-lunch-and-learn-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:🟢 Setting up Google Search Console for Success: Lunch and Learn Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:This series will explore the free tools available from Google to help small businesses increase their online presence. Plus\, you’ll learn how to leverage Google’s paid advertising platform for scalable growth without feeling like you are just wasting money. Participants will leave feeling confident to start using Google Tools to Improve their visibility\, generate leads and make more sales online. \n \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand how Google Search Console supports search visibility and SEO performance\nInstall and activate a Google Search Console account for their website\nAnalyse their website’s search performance and keyword rankings\nInterpret search performance data to identify content opportunities\nSpot trends and changes in website performance over time\n\nWho this series is for\nParticipants of all abilities are welcome from beginners with no previous experience or technical skills to more experienced users who want to make sure they are maximising all the features Google has to offer. \nSuitable for location-based businesses with premises\, product-based businesses with an online store and service-based businesses.  These webinars are aimed at self-employed business owners\, freelancers and marketing teams in small businesses. \nAbout the provider\nDelivered by Louise Mason\, Your Marketing Specialist. Louise is an Independent Marketing Consultant helping businesses drive growth through strategic marketing. Louise is on a mission to help 1\,000 businesses do better\, smarter marketing by developing marketing strategies to attract\, convert and keep customers coming back for more. With 20 years of experience and over 900 businesses helped from Accountants to Zumba teachers and household brands including Staples\, Butterkist\, Portakabin and Best Western hotels\, Louise has a wealth of knowledge to draw from to help business owners like you. \n  \n These webinars will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the sessions are delivered. The recordings will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \n  \nSign up once\, access all sessions
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/setting-up-google-search-console-for-success-lunch-and-learn-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:🟢 CRM Tools for SMEs: Automation & Efficiency Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools are vital for managing leads\, sales\, and relationships. \nThis workshop compares the leading SME-friendly CRMs and demonstrates how to centralise customer data\, track interactions\, and automate sales pipelines. \nIt also discusses how CRMs can align marketing\, sales\, and customer service for growth. \n \nLearning Outcomes:\n\nUnderstand the role of CRM systems in managing customer data and communication.\nDesign a basic sales pipeline and track opportunities effectively.\nAutomate follow-ups and reporting to increase sales efficiency and customer satisfaction.\n\nDelivered by Data Stream UK\, a North Yorkshire based consultancy delivering end-to-end data and AI solutions with a strong emphasis on data literacy\, analytical insight and practical implementation support for SMEs. \nWhen? Friday 6 February 2026 | 10am-11:30am \nWhere? Online \n📸 These workshops will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the sessions are delivered. The recordings will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \nSign up once\, access all sessions
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/crm-tools-for-smes-automation-efficiency-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260205T130000
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SUMMARY:🟢 SEO and website auditing fundamentals: Scarborough
DESCRIPTION:Digital Marketing Mastery series\n SEO and website auditing fundamentals: Scarborough – Thursday 5 February\n Building your online reputation: Scarborough – Thursday 12 February\n Creating a content strategy from scratch: Scarborough – Thursday 19 February\n \nThe Digital Marketing Mastery series is a three-part weekly seminar session\, hosted at Scarborough Rugby Club\, and led by Katie Thompson\, founder of content marketing service Katie Lingo. \nThe workshops will be presented in an interactive\, linear format building up from the basics of search engine optimisation (SEO) and website performance auditing\, right through to creating a content strategy. \nThe sessions will be ideal for business owners or brand marketers looking to improve their online footprint\, giving them the tools and knowledge to rank in search engines while delivering the best user experience for customers. \n \nAbout this session\nThis fully funded three-hour workshop will provide an interactive\, face-to-face session for anybody who is new to search engine optimisation (SEO). Ideal for those looking to develop a website or improve on their existing site\, this beginners’ course will give a broad overview of the three areas of SEO: onsite\, offsite and technical. \nIt will introduce the fundamentals of auditing a website\, as well as the best free tools to use for measuring performance and improving the user experience. \nDelivered via presentations\, group exercises and discussions\, this introduction will lay the foundations for sessions 2 and 3. \nAbout the provider\nKatie Thompson runs Katie Lingo\, an outsourced content marketing service for agencies and small businesses. \nKatie’s background is in journalism and digital marketing\, having trained with the NCTJ and the CIM. Specialising in copywriting\, blogging\, press releases and SEO\, she has worked with clients including HSBC\, Reuters and Amazon. \nKatie is a regular speaker at marketing events such as BrightonSEO\, Digital City Festival and Sheffield DM. She expanded the business in 2020 to offer data visualisation and reporting in addition to writing services. \nEvent details\nScarborough Rugby Club \nThursday 5 February\, 10am to 1pm \nRegister now
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/seo-and-website-auditing-fundamentals-scarborough/
LOCATION:Scarborough Rugby Union Football Club\, Scarborough Rugby Union Football Club\, Scarborough\, Scarborough & Whitby\, YO13 0NL
CATEGORIES:Beginner,First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:🟢 2 Day Digital Marketing Workshop: Richmond
DESCRIPTION:This in-person\, 2-day course is designed to equip businesses in York & North Yorkshire with the essential digital marketing skills they need to feel more confident and grow.  \n \nWho Will Benefit?\nThis workshop is perfect for SME owners and staff who: \n\nHave the time to handle their own marketing.\nLack the skills\, knowledge\, or confidence to start.\nDo not have the budget to outsource to an agency.\nAttendance is not limited by sector or industry.\n\nWhat You Will Cover\nLearn practical\, immediately applicable strategies across a range of vital topics\, including: \n\nBranding: Develop your brand\, define customer personas\, and establish brand pillars.\nSocial Media: Select the right platforms based on their strengths and relevance.\nContent Creation\nEmail Marketing\nReputation Management\nUsing AI for Digital Marketing\nReviewing Analytics\nMarketing Planning\nHelpful Free Tools: Explore Google Business Profile\, Canva\, and scheduling tools.\n\nWorkshop Details\n🕑 10am – 4pm \n📆 Day 1: Tuesday 3 February \n📆 Day 2: Tuesday 10 February \n📍  Richmondshire Rugby Union Football Club \nRegister Now
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/%f0%9f%9f%a2-2-day-digital-marketing-workshop-richmond/
LOCATION:Richmondshire Rugby Union Football Club\, Theakston Lane\, Richmond\, Richmond & Northallerton\, DL10 4LL
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:🟢 Setting up your Google Business Profile for Success: Lunch and Learn Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:This series will explore the free tools available from Google to help small businesses increase their online presence. Plus\, you’ll learn how to leverage Google’s paid advertising platform for scalable growth without feeling like you are just wasting money. Participants will leave feeling confident to start using Google Tools to Improve their visibility\, generate leads and make more sales online. \n \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to:\n\nUnderstand how Google Business Profiles can improve visibility and credibility.\nSet up and optimise their Google Business Profile to appear in Google Search and Google Maps results.\nConfidently collect and manage Google reviews to build trust and improve search rankings.\nInterpret insights to understand how customers are finding their business online.\nIdentify additional Google tools that can support business growth.\n\nWho this series is for\nParticipants of all abilities are welcome from beginners with no previous experience or technical skills to more experienced users who want to make sure they are maximising all the features Google has to offer. \nSuitable for location-based businesses with premises\, product-based businesses with an online store and service-based businesses.  These webinars are aimed at self-employed business owners\, freelancers and marketing teams in small businesses. \nAbout the provider\nDelivered by Louise Mason\, Your Marketing Specialist. Louise is an Independent Marketing Consultant helping businesses drive growth through strategic marketing. Louise is on a mission to help 1\,000 businesses do better\, smarter marketing by developing marketing strategies to attract\, convert and keep customers coming back for more. With 20 years of experience and over 900 businesses helped from Accountants to Zumba teachers and household brands including Staples\, Butterkist\, Portakabin and Best Western hotels\, Louise has a wealth of knowledge to draw from to help business owners like you. \n  \n These webinars will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the sessions are delivered. The recordings will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \n  \nSign up once\, access all sessions
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/setting-up-your-google-business-profile-for-success-lunch-and-learn-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260130T113000
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SUMMARY:🟢 Finance & Accounting Tools: Automation & Efficiency Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Digital accounting tools simplify bookkeeping\, invoicing\, and compliance. \nThis workshop introduces the most popular platforms for SMEs and explores how automation can eliminate repetitive admin tasks. \nParticipants will learn how to digitise expense tracking\, reconcile transactions\, and produce instant reports for better financial visibility. \n \nLearning Outcomes:\n\nSelect the right accounting tool for your business needs and industry.\nAutomate key financial processes such as invoicing and bank reconciliation.\nGenerate reports to monitor cash flow\, profitability\, and business performance.\n\nDelivered by Data Stream UK\, a North Yorkshire based consultancy delivering end-to-end data and AI solutions with a strong emphasis on data literacy\, analytical insight and practical implementation support for SMEs. \nWhen? Friday 30 January 2026 | 10am-11:30am \nWhere? Online \n📸 These workshops will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the sessions are delivered. The recordings will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \nSign up once\, access all sessions
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/finance-accounting-tools-automation-efficiency-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260129T150000
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UID:17812-1769680800-1769698800@ynygrowthhub.com
SUMMARY:🟢 [FULL] Instagram for Business\, A Beginner’s Guide: Malton
DESCRIPTION:This introductory workshop is designed to help you demystify and gain confidence using the fundamental features of Instagram enabling you optimise and grow your account\, business and your confidence at beginner level. \n \n\nDon’t know where to start with Instagram?\nAre you a new business? Are you a small business?\nDo you have a product or service?\nDo you need help getting started on Instagram?\n\nThen this workshop is for you. \nWhat you will gain from the day: \n\nLearn how to build and showcase your brand story\nAttracting and keeping your key customers\nCreating your working bio using keywords\nCreating captivating content: introduction to posts\, stories\, reels\n(Why\, when\, and how to use them)\nInsta loves & loathes (a.k.a. do’s & don’ts!)\nMeet others in the same boat who you can learn alongside.\n\nPrerequisites & what to bring: \nYou will need an Instagram / Facebook Professional / Business account already set up plus the device you will be using it on (we recommend a smartphone). We will not have time on the day to set up Insta accounts from scratch so please contact us no later than 7 days before the workshop if you need help with this. \nAbout the provider: \n\nCharlotte Watson is an experienced educator this is a packed and informative practical workshop\, with expertise in running her own businesses for several years\, combined with knowledge of social media management\, brand strategy and small business mentoring will provide you with confidence and skills to grow your business in simple steps. \nEvent details\nThursday 29 January\, 10am – 3pm \nEnterprise House\, 17 Cherry Farm Cl\, Malton YO17 6AS \nThis programme is now full\, please complete the form to be added to the waiting list.
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/%f0%9f%9f%a2-instagram-for-business-a-beginners-guide-malton/
LOCATION:Enterprise House\, Malton\, Thirsk & Malton\, YO17 6AS
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:🟢 Business Productivity Suites: Automation & Efficiency Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Productivity suites sit at the heart of every business. \nThis workshop explores how to make the most of Microsoft 365 and Google Workspace\, from shared calendars and document collaboration to email management and secure file storage. \nIt also provides guidance on user permissions\, cloud storage management\, and simple automation opportunities within each ecosystem. \n \nLearning Outcomes:\n\nIdentify the key features and integrations available across Office 365 and Google Workspace.\nImprove team collaboration through shared drives\, co-authoring\, and permission management.\nStreamline document and communication workflows to save time and reduce duplication.\n\nDelivered by Data Stream UK\, a North Yorkshire based consultancy delivering end-to-end data and AI solutions with a strong emphasis on data literacy\, analytical insight and practical implementation support for SMEs. \nWhen? Friday 23 January 2026 | 10am-11:30am \nWhere? Online \n📸 These workshops will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the sessions are delivered. The recordings will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \nSign up once\, access all sessions
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/business-productivity-suites-automation-efficiency-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260121T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T205220
CREATED:20251205T120312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251205T120352Z
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SUMMARY:🟢 Digital Marketing Foundations
DESCRIPTION:This session breaks digital marketing down into steps you can understand. It helps beginners make progress without jargon or pressure. \n \nWho this is for\nPeople who want strong digital basics. New business owners. Sole traders. Anyone who wants more confidence in marketing tools so they can attract more customers. \nWhat the session covers\n• How to build a simple digital presence that works.\n• Website essentials. What good looks like and where most sites fall down.\n• SEO basics in plain English.\n• Google Business setup and optimisation.\n• Social media essentials. What platform to pick. How to plan content.\n• Simple AI tools for content creation.\n• A clear structure for marketing using the MAP Framework. \nWhat attendees take away\n• A practical plan to follow for the next 90 days.\n• A website and social media MOT checklist.\n• A better understanding of what drives reach\, clicks and enquiries.\n• Confidence to make improvements without needing an agency. \nAbout the provider \nClient Marketing is a specialist SME consultancy based in North Yorkshire\, delivering high-impact training and strategic advisory services in marketing\, digital transformation\, and sales. Established in 2013 and led by Chartered Marketer Simon Shepherd\, our organisation has extensive experience delivering funded business support programmes for local authorities\, universities\, and Growth Hubs across the UK. \nEvent details\nWednesday 21 January\, 10am – 1pm \nPatch\, York \nRegister now
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/digital-marketing-foundations/
LOCATION:Patch York\, York\, York Central\, YO1 6FA
CATEGORIES:Beginner,First Step Into Digital
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260116T113000
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UID:17320-1768557600-1768563000@ynygrowthhub.com
SUMMARY:🟢 Task & Project Management Tools: Automation & Efficiency Webinar Series
DESCRIPTION:Every business relies on task tracking and project management to stay organised. \nThis session introduces leading tools such as Trello\, Asana\, and Monday.com\, helping participants understand how to manage projects\, assign tasks\, and improve team accountability. \nAttendees will learn how to visualise workloads\, automate reminders\, and reduce time lost to manual updates and unclear responsibilities. \n \nLearning Outcomes:\n\nChoose a project management tool that suits your team’s size\, workflow\, and objectives.\nStructure boards\, tasks\, and automations to improve visibility and collaboration.\nTrack progress and deadlines effectively using dashboards and workflow views.\n\nDelivered by Data Stream UK\, a North Yorkshire based consultancy delivering end-to-end data and AI solutions with a strong emphasis on data literacy\, analytical insight and practical implementation support for SMEs. \nWhen? Friday 16 January 2026 | 10am-11:30am \nWhere? Online \n📸 These workshops will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the sessions are delivered. The recordings will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \nSign up once\, access all sessions
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/task-project-management-tools-automation-efficiency-webinar-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T110000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260427T205220
CREATED:20251106T141817Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260213T121206Z
UID:17236-1768302000-1768309200@ynygrowthhub.com
SUMMARY:🟢 [FULL] Online Workshops: Digital Marketing Success Series (Beginner)
DESCRIPTION:Throughout this online weekly workshop series\, Louise Mason of Your Marketing Specialist will guide you through the basics of digital marketing and on to more advanced strategies – all at your pace\, with the same supportive group of peers by your side. \nConfidently Step into Digital Marketing – No Matter Where You’re Starting From \n\nJoin our Digital Marketing Success Series designed especially for small business owners who want to grow online\, even if you don’t consider yourself “tech-savvy.” This weekly workshop series will guide you through the basics of digital marketing and on to more advanced strategies – all at your pace\, with the same supportive group of peers by your side. Whether you’re just getting started or ready to scale\, this workshop program will help you to build confidence\, clarity\, and results in your online marketing. \nEach workshop is packed with real-world examples\, guided how-to sessions\, and space to ask questions and get feedback so you can apply what you are learning to your own business and individual needs. All delivered online so you can attend without having to travel\, perfect for rural and coastal businesses across North Yorkshire. \nWe start with the essentials – like what makes a good website\, how to get found in search engines and creating engaging social media content. Together we will lay your digital foundations and then layer on the tools and strategies to reach new customers\, build trust with your audience and consistently make more sales. \nYou’ll also be part of a supportive learning community with the same group of business owners throughout the program. With expert guidance and a safe space to ask questions and get feedback\, this is more than just training – it’s your digital marketing support network. \nBy taking part in this program\, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to make the right marketing decisions for your business and take action that leads to meaningful growth. \nStarting 13 January\, Tuesday 11am – 1pm:\n\n13-Jan – Welcome to Digital Marketing\n20-Jan – Website Essentials\n27-Jan – SEO Essentials (including AI search)\n3-Feb – Google Business Suite\n10-Feb – Social media Essentials\n17-Feb – Content Creation and Planning Techniques\n24-Feb – Effective Email Marketing\n\nLearning Outcomes:\n\nHow to choose the best social media platform for your business\nUnderstand how the social media algorithms work\nDiscover what makes content engaging\nGet organised with planning and scheduling your content\nMake the most of the Google Business Suite to increase your visibility online\nUnderstand how SEO works and choose the strategies to help you get found in search engines like Google\nUnderstand how AI is influencing search and how to get found in tools like ChatGPT\nWhat makes a good website and how to optimise yours to make it easier for people to buy from you\nLeverage the power of email marketing beyond newsletters to effectively nurture your audience.\n\nAbout the provider:\nThe Digital Marketing Success Series is run by Louise Mason\, Your Marketing Specialist. Louise is an Independent Marketing Consultant helping businesses drive growth through strategic marketing. Louise is on a mission to help 1\,000 businesses do better\, smarter marketing by developing marketing strategies to attract\, convert and keep customers coming back for more. With 20 years of experience and over 900 businesses helped from Accountants to Zumba teachers and household brands including Staples\, Butterkist\, Portakabin and Best Western hotels\, Louise has a wealth of knowledge to draw from to help business owners like you. \nThis is now full.\nComplete the form below to join our waiting list.
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/17236/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Beginner,First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:🟢 Business Automation for Beginners: Day 1
DESCRIPTION:An accessible introduction to identifying everyday inefficiencies and applying simple digital tools to reclaim time and reduce errors. \nThis beginner-friendly workshop helps you feel more confident using everyday digital platforms like Google Docs\, Trello\, and Asana. You’ll learn how to map out tasks\, reduce repetition\, and set up basic workflows\, even if you’re brand new to tech. Perfect for those looking to replace paperwork with simple\, time-saving solutions. \n\nCore Topics: \n\nWhat is Business Automation? Plain English intro: from spreadsheets to smart workflows. What counts as automation?\nDigital Health Check: Identifying repetitive tasks\, communication gaps\, and process bottlenecks.\nWorkflow Mapping 101: Visualising how things get done in your business (and spotting where you’re wasting time).\nBasic Scheduling for businesses: Email scheduling\, appointment set up on Google Calendar and Calendly. Email automation\nTool Introductions: Live demos of Trello (task boards)\, Asana (project planning\, product dev & sprint)\, Google Workspace (automation tricks)\, and Zapier (connecting apps easily).\nQuick Wins: Setting up a recurring checklist\, automated task assignment\, or email trigger\, no coding required.\n\nTakeaways: \n\n‘Automation Planner’ worksheet (workflow mapping + priority score)\nComparison table of free tools\nBeginner Zapier recipe handout (e.g. “when I get a form response\, create a task”)\n\nThis workshop is suitable for beginners\, and will be followed up by an intermediate workshop in January. \nWhen: Thursday 13 November\, 10am – 4pm (Full Day Workshop) \nWhere: Co-Lab Harrogate – Entrance 3\, Convention Centre\, King’s Road\, Harrogate\, HG1 5NX \nRegister now
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/%f0%9f%9f%a2-business-automation-for-beginners-day-1/
LOCATION:Harrogate Civic Centre\, Harrogate\, Harrogate & Knaresborough\, HG1 2AE
CATEGORIES:Beginner,First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:🟢 Website Essentials Workshop (Thirsk)
DESCRIPTION:This workshop is designed to empower small businesses with knowledge\, advice\, and techniques to help improve their online presence! You’ll learn essential best practices to ensure your website is clear\, user-friendly\, and optimised for success. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTrainers: Maisy Dinsdale and Phil Upton \n\n\n\nWhether starting from scratch or refining an existing site. You will gain practical insights into best practices\, useful tools\, and actionable strategies that can be applied immediately. From design and structure to image optimisation and SEO-friendly content\, the session covers key elements that contribute to a successful online presence. It’s also a valuable opportunity to connect with others\, share experiences\, and spark inspiration for future digital growth. \n\n\n\nThis 1-day workshop will cover a range of topics\, including: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe importance of having a website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nKey elements of a good website\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBranding\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSEO\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAnalytics\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild your own VS using an agency.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThese workshops are suitable for any small business looking to learn more about websites and how to improve their online visibility. Whether you’re building a new site or refining an existing one\, this workshop will equip you with the necessary insight to create a website that works for your business. \n\n\n\nAbout the Provider\n\n\n\nPurple Creative  is an award winning digital agency based in North Yorkshire. \n\n\n\nThey specialise in beautiful and functional websites\, eye catching Graphic Design\, stand out Digital Marketing and IT Services. \n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\nWhen: Thursday 13 November\, 10am – 4pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Thirsk Quaker House\, 24 Kirkgate\, Thirsk YO7 1PL \n\n\n\nRegister now
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/website-essentials-workshop-thirsk/
LOCATION:Thirsk Quaker House\, 24 Kirkgate\, Thirsk\, Thirsk & Malton\, YO7 1PL
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:🟢 Data protection essentials
DESCRIPTION:🟢  First Step into Digital \n\n\n\nIn this engaging and practical webinar series\, Privacy Protect Group Ltd will guide you through everything you need to know to build a confident\, compliant\, and resilient approach to data protection in your business. Whether you’re just starting out or looking to refine your practices\, each session is designed to build your understanding step-by-step. \n\n\n\nDrawing on years of experience supporting organisations across sectors\, Privacy Protect Group combines deep regulatory knowledge with a pragmatic\, business-focused approach. Their mission is to empower you to turn data protection into a catalyst for trust\, transparency\, and growth. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis session will equip you with the essential understanding of the UK GDPR principles\, when and how to register with the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)\, and your obligations with regards data subject rights. In other words\, what you need to know from day 1 to run your business compliantly. \n\n\n\nFollowing this session\, you will be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplain what you can keep (and how to determine if it’s proportionate)\, for what reasons and what you need to tell people about how you handle their information.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify when you can re-use data and how to do it safely.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nUnderstand how to maintain data quality and how Management Information can be used to help decision making.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nApply a security focus\, ensuring you are protecting your information from security incidents\, personal data breaches\, and you know what to do when things go wrong.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nWebinar attendees will gain exclusive access to a fully-funded one-to-one virtual advisory clinic\, designed to help them turn insights into action and implement meaningful changes tailored to their business. \n\n\n\nThe objective of these sessions is to provide a forum for participants to bring forward anything they have been struggling with that they may require support on and could include template reviews\, tackling a particular scenario or recapping knowledge. \n\n\n\nAbout the Provider\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPrivacy Protect Group Ltd is a UK based data protection and information governance consultancy\, offering advice\, training\, and consultancy relating data protection legal and regulatory compliance\, such as the UK General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)\, Data Protection Act (DPA) 2018 and the Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) expectations. Our team of experienced specialists is dedicated to helping you navigate the complexities of data privacy laws and regulations. \n\n\n\nEvent Details\n\n\n\nWhen: Monday 3 November\, 1pm -2pm \n\n\n\nWhere: Online \n\n\n\nRegister now
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/%f0%9f%9f%a2-data-protection-essentials/
LOCATION:York Central
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20251024T113000
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SUMMARY:Steps into Digital: Data Analytics in 3rd Party Tools
DESCRIPTION:🟢 First step into digital \n\n\n\nThis webinar is part of Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions\, a nine part online workshop series designed to help businesses at every stage of their data journey\, from those just starting out to those ready to explore artificial intelligence and compliance. Each session is practical\, jargon free and grounded in real business use cases\, ensuring participants leave with tools and knowledge they can apply immediately. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDelivered by Data Stream UK\, a North Yorkshire based consultancy delivering end-to-end data and AI solutions with a strong emphasis on data literacy\, analytical insight and practical implementation support for SMEs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nData Stream was born out of a profound understanding of the challenges facing businesses in today’s data-driven landscape. They witnessed first hand how companies struggled to navigate the complexities of emerging technologies while grappling with legacy software and a shortage of internal data expertise. It became evident that there was a need for a partner who could bridge the gap between the data-driven future and the present state of businesses. Their mission is to empower businesses with data-driven solutions tailored to their unique objectives. \n\n\n\nAbout this webinar\n\n\n\nBusinesses increasingly rely on platforms like Google Analytics\, Meta Business Suite and Google Ads to understand their customers. This session explores how to get the most out of these tools\, showing how their data can drive smarter marketing and sales decisions. \n\n\n\nFollowing this session\, you will be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nNavigate the basic features of Google Analytics\, Meta Business Suite and Google Ads.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify which metrics are most relevant for measuring marketing and sales performance.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nGenerate a simple performance report to support decision making in your business.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\nWhere: Online \n\n\n\nWhen: Friday 24 October\, 10am -11:30am \n\n\n\n📸 This workshop will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the session is delivered. The recording will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \n\n\n\nSign up once\, get access to all nine sessions.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nUK Shared Prosperity Fund\n\n\n\nThe Steps into Digital programme are funded by the UK Government through York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority’s allocation of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Steps into Digital is open to businesses within York & North Yorkshire. \n\n\n\nThe UK Shared Prosperity Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place\, supporting local business\, and people and skills. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/steps-into-digital-data-analytics-in-3rd-party-tools/
LOCATION:York Central
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:Steps into Digital: Data Analytics in Excel
DESCRIPTION:🟢 First step into digital \n\n\n\nThis webinar is part of Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions\, a nine part online workshop series designed to help businesses at every stage of their data journey\, from those just starting out to those ready to explore artificial intelligence and compliance. Each session is practical\, jargon free and grounded in real business use cases\, ensuring participants leave with tools and knowledge they can apply immediately. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDelivered by Data Stream UK\, a North Yorkshire based consultancy delivering end-to-end data and AI solutions with a strong emphasis on data literacy\, analytical insight and practical implementation support for SMEs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nData Stream was born out of a profound understanding of the challenges facing businesses in today’s data-driven landscape. They witnessed first hand how companies struggled to navigate the complexities of emerging technologies while grappling with legacy software and a shortage of internal data expertise. It became evident that there was a need for a partner who could bridge the gap between the data-driven future and the present state of businesses. Their mission is to empower businesses with data-driven solutions tailored to their unique objectives. \n\n\n\nAbout this webinar\n\n\n\nAll businesses use Excel and while some have migrated to tools like Google Sheets\, spreadsheeting remains a universal skill. This session refreshes attendees on the basics\, ensuring they can use formulas\, pivot tables and charts effectively to create insightful business reports. \n\n\n\nFollowing this session\, you will be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nApply core Excel formulas to analyse business datasets.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCreate pivot tables to summarise large volumes of data and uncover key patterns.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBuild simple but effective charts and reports that can be reused and updated.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\nWhere: Online \n\n\n\nWhen: Friday 17 October\, 10am -11:30am \n\n\n\n📸 This workshop will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the session is delivered. The recording will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \n\n\n\nSign up once\, get access to all nine sessions.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nUK Shared Prosperity Fund\n\n\n\nThe Steps into Digital programme are funded by the UK Government through York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority’s allocation of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Steps into Digital is open to businesses within York & North Yorkshire. \n\n\n\nThe UK Shared Prosperity Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place\, supporting local business\, and people and skills. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/steps-into-digital-data-analytics-in-excel/
LOCATION:York Central
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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SUMMARY:Steps into Digital: Basic Data Literacy Skills
DESCRIPTION:🟢 First step into digital \n\n\n\nThis webinar is part of Data Analytics for Smarter Decisions\, a nine part online workshop series designed to help businesses at every stage of their data journey\, from those just starting out to those ready to explore artificial intelligence and compliance. Each session is practical\, jargon free and grounded in real business use cases\, ensuring participants leave with tools and knowledge they can apply immediately. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nDelivered by Data Stream UK\, a North Yorkshire based consultancy delivering end-to-end data and AI solutions with a strong emphasis on data literacy\, analytical insight and practical implementation support for SMEs. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nData Stream was born out of a profound understanding of the challenges facing businesses in today’s data-driven landscape. They witnessed first hand how companies struggled to navigate the complexities of emerging technologies while grappling with legacy software and a shortage of internal data expertise. It became evident that there was a need for a partner who could bridge the gap between the data-driven future and the present state of businesses. Their mission is to empower businesses with data-driven solutions tailored to their unique objectives. \n\n\n\nAbout this webinar\n\n\n\nBusinesses generate data\, through sales\, customer interactions or internal operations. Yet many aren’t confident in understanding or applying it. This session introduces what data is\, where it comes from and how it can be used to support better business outcomes. \n\n\n\nFollowing this session\, you will be able to: \n\n\n\n\n\n\nDistinguish between different types of data and recognise their relevance in business contexts.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nIdentify the main internal and external data sources within your organisation.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nExplain in plain terms how data can be applied to improve a specific business process or outcome.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent details\n\n\n\nWhere: Online \n\n\n\nWhen: Friday 10 October\, 10am -11:30am \n\n\n\n📸 This workshop will be recorded and available on the Growth Hub website after the session is delivered. The recording will be sent out to all who register\, regardless of whether you are able to attend on the day or not. \n\n\n\nSign up once\, get access to all nine sessions.\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nUK Shared Prosperity Fund\n\n\n\nThe Steps into Digital programme are funded by the UK Government through York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority’s allocation of the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Steps into Digital is open to businesses within York & North Yorkshire. \n\n\n\nThe UK Shared Prosperity Fund aims to improve pride in place and increase life chances across the UK investing in communities and place\, supporting local business\, and people and skills. \n\n\n\nFor more information\, visit https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-prospectus
URL:https://ynygrowthhub.com/event/steps-into-digital-basic-data-literacy-skills/
LOCATION:York Central
CATEGORIES:First Step Into Digital
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