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This workshop is very practical in its nature and aims to give delegates an opportunity to not only learn about the key aspects of successful bid writing, but to also put them into practice. The workshop helps delegates understand what is most important to buyers and how to successfully convey they proposition to them. 1 Welcome and introductions 2 The mindset of successful bid writing The mindset needed for successful bid writing Thinking from the buyer's perspective and not your own 3 Decision making The way buyers make decisions - rational and emotional Understanding buying motives Looking at how to present ideas against those motives The idea of cognitive fluency How to pitch an idea in a way that leads to a positive decision 4 To bid or not to bid? Writing a bid is a big commitment; a clear understanding of the chances of winning is required Understanding of the implications of winning and the impact it will have on the organisation 5 Understanding your value proposition Framework to help identify unique proposition and how that fits in with the requirements of the bid 6 The tender process Understanding the process to enable a successful chance of winning the bid Different types of tender processes Evaluation of criteria and the impact on bid writing 7 Writing skills Different ways of writing and structuring bids to ensure their messages gets across well in a way that will be looked on favourably by the buyer 8 Summarise 9 Close

Our one-day Park Tool School Basic: Ride with Confidence Course is perfect for anyone looking to learn how to address common issues while out riding. It is suitable for people with little to no knowledge of bike maintenance. This course is intended to ensure that participants leave at the end of the day with the confidence to fix common problems with their bikes. The maximum group size is 7. Our fully trained mechanic will be on hand to answer questions as they come up, and there is plenty of opportunity for practice. This course is fully endorsed by the Bikeabillity Trust for mechanic certification! For those participants seeking a Bikeability accreditation, there will be an assessment after the training. Please note for all other participants there is no assessment.   Course Detail Basic Mechanical Skills – tools, stands, home shop set-up, tension & torquing bolts, lubrication, threadlockers & cleaners, health & safety Safety “M” check Tyres, tube & puncture repair (innertube replacement), with wheel removal and installation Looking after your drivetrain: lubrication, cleaning and wear of chains, rear sprockets and chainrings Disc brake systems – differences of cable vs hydraulic, rotors, basics of brake alignment, pad replacement Caliper rim brake adjustment and pad replacement for v-brake, dual pivot road caliper and cantilever Field repairs – what tools to take and tips & tricks to get you home! Please note that we will be concentrating on standard derailleur geared bikes. If you have a bike with hub brakes and hub gears you may find some parts of this course less relevant to your bike, though most things are transferable. If you have any questions or worries, please ask.   Price The course costs £96 per person and includes: All tools and equipment A bicycle for you to work on if required (although we encourage you to bring your own where possible) Participants taking the course for a Bikeability accreditation will have an additional £20 fee for assessment and administration. When booking please tick the box in ‘Section 1: Choose Appointment’ to add this to your order. Please choose a course date below and fill out the form, you’ll then be able to pay online and further instructions for the course will be emailed to you. Refunds for courses are only given under exceptional circumstamces and never within 7 days of the advertised course. If we cancel the course for any reason a full refund will be given and a choice of alternative dates offered. If you have any further questions, do please get in touch. Finally, if you’re a Cambridge Cycling Campaign Member, we offer a 15% discount to support the good work that they do. Please get in touch for further details.    Assessment For Bikeability Instructors The Bikeability assessment will include: Conduct an “M” check Check and correct tyre pressure Check and correct loose wheels, handlebars, or other parts Correct saddle orientation Identify poor braking and correct pad placement and cable tension Checking and correcting bike fit, including saddle and handlebar height, and brake/shift lever orientation Further Details Course participants must be 18 years or above. We do welcome younger participants 16+ but we accept these on a case by case basis based on their prior experience. Please contact us to discuss prior to booking. Our scheduled courses are run at our training workshop in Cambridge. If you have any further questions, do please get in touch. For more information, please read our Terms & Conditions. 

It can be a lonely world beavering away building your business alone and navigating the veritable rollercoaster! Love to see you for warm chats and networking to assure you that you are not alone and provide you with the support, encouragement and the motivation to keep going, even when times are tough. We will also be hearing all about Guildford's new exciting "Soulspace", an independent members club and coworking space with community at its heart, soon to be completed and opening 2023 in Guildford. Soulspace Director, Jessica Meins will be saying hello and telling us a little bit about their plans! There will be goody bags to take away too! You also get a chance to view a lovely potential venue/workshop/talks space (The Brew House) you may want to use?! Can't wait to see you. xo Lara Doherty The Motivation Clinic 07817247727 / lara@themotivationclinic.co.uk

Forest Bathing, nature therapy and healing in the natural environment This is a time when we are all hearing the call to be out in the natural environment, becoming natural environment returners.

Flash Photography Workshop with Nick Church. Covering everything the professional or enthusiast photography needs to know about how to create stunning shots with their lights.

Do you know your body-mind type according to Ayurveda? Join Holistic Wellbeing Coach Kerry McKay for a fun workshop to explore what makes you unique and where you might be out of balance.

Join us for a unique afternoon of foraging with expert forager Chloe from Gourmet Gatherings, near Chepstow. Learn to identify wild ingredients and use them in delicious fermentation recipes, including a wild kimchi and a fermented soft drink. Perfect for food enthusiasts looking to explore sustainable harvesting and ancient preservation techniques!

Stained Glass Workshop: 2 Days

Learn how to create exciting effects with enamels. Scraffito, wet packing, and cloisonné are just some of the techniques you'll learn in this workshop. Whether you're looking to expand your skills or just want to learn something new, Enamel Workshop is for you! Fired & finished to take home with you, this Enamel Workshop is a fun way to explore and expand your skills.

Firefighting or solving the same problems week after week? Create a problem-solving culture in your business with this proven methodology.