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Our Workshops

Our Lincoln Be Smarter workshops help Lincoln-based businesses to develop their skills in digital marketing. In this video, Marketing Growth Consultant Emma Ellse and Senior Lecturer Chang Ge speak about the value of these workshops. They both work closely with local businesses, understanding their unique challenges, and helping businesses grow and develop.

Our Upcoming Events

We’re coordinating a series of workshops designed to increase your knowledge of digital marketing and develop the skills needed to implement effective digital strategies in your business, delivered by University of Lincoln academics Emma Else and Chang Ge as part of Lincoln Be Smarter.

July 9th, 12pm – 15.30pm at The Showroom, Tritton Road

Last Event – Entrepreneurs Connect x Lincoln Be Smarter

AI is no longer just the future, it’s now. Discover how AI is transforming the workplace and ethics in entrepreneurship. Learn to apply AI to your business and protect it online. Engage with experts in thought-provoking sessions that grow your understanding and capabilities.

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Eligibility Criteria:

We’re eager to assist as many businesses as possible through the Be Smarter programme. To see whether your business is eligible for our support, check your eligibility by following the button below.

If you have any questions, get in touch with us and one of our advisors will be able to answer any questions you have.

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We’re Frequently Asked

Which businesses are eligible for business support?2023-01-25T22:46:59+00:00

Essentially, most businesses registered in Lincoln can access our support. However, it’s more nuanced than that. Read our eligibility information and get in touch with us if you have any further questions.

What types of project can Lincoln Be Smarter help with?2023-01-25T22:43:23+00:00

Lincoln Be Smarter can help your business with a range of digital projects, from implementing a website for the first time through to integrating AI technology into your business processes.

What counts as ‘digital technology’?2023-01-30T15:31:27+00:00

Digital technology includes both hardware and software that can help your business improve productivity or efficiency. Common examples include websites, digital marketing, eCommerce, but can extend to artificial intelligence, analytics software, CRM systems, camera drones, or VR headsets.

How can I find out about the project?2023-01-25T22:41:45+00:00

You can find out more about our grant funding, regular workshops, and academic support through our website. If you need more information, or would like to start your digitisation journey, get in touch with us through our contact page.

What should a small business consider before implementing a new digital system?2023-01-19T14:32:18+00:00

Before implementing any new digital system in their operations, a small business should consider things like its scalability over time, compatibility with existing hardware/software, performance reliability, cost (upfront & ongoing), customer service/support options, integration with other systems, and the ease of use or training needs for staff members who will use the system.

Upcoming Marketing Workshops

Policy and Governance

May 21st, 9am – 3.30pm at the Think Tank, Orange Room

Our Last Digital Marketing Workshop – AI Policy, Security and Governance

Learn to implement safe security measures and practical governance that ensure compliance and ethical management. Engage with experts in thought-provoking sessions that grow your understanding and capabilities.

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Eligibility Criteria

We’re eager to assist as many businesses as possible through the Be Smarter programme. To see whether your business is eligible for our support, check your eligibility by following the button below.

If you have any questions, get in touch with us and one of our advisors will be able to answer any questions you have.

We’re Asked:

What benefits does digitalising small business operations provide?2024-03-11T11:19:17+00:00

By digitalising operations, small businesses will be able to save time and money while increasing performance. This can include things like automating manual tasks, eliminating costly paper usage, improving data accuracy, streamlining collaboration efforts and making more informed decisions quickly.

What should a small business consider before implementing a new digital system?2023-01-19T14:32:18+00:00

Before implementing any new digital system in their operations, a small business should consider things like its scalability over time, compatibility with existing hardware/software, performance reliability, cost (upfront & ongoing), customer service/support options, integration with other systems, and the ease of use or training needs for staff members who will use the system.

How can a small business get started with digitalisation?2023-02-16T22:51:47+00:00

The first step to getting started with digitalisation is to take stock of what processes your business currently has in place. Then look at which of these could benefit from being made more efficient. After that you’ll need to decide what digital solutions would be most suitable for those specific processes within your budget constraints and timeframe requirements.

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Get Advice

If you would like any more information regarding our business support, book a meeting with our Digital Project Coordinator, at a time that suits your schedule.

Speak To An Advisor

If you would like any more information regarding our business support, book a meeting with our Digital Project Coordinator, at a time that suits your schedule.

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Speak To An Advisor:

If you would like any more information regarding our business support, book a meeting with our Digital Project Coordinator, at a time that suits your schedule.

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