49 Courses

🗓 Date: Tuesday 23rd September ⏰ Time: 10:45am – 11:45am 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Beginner Ready to get started on social media? This hands-on workshop is perfect for entrepreneurs and small businesses looking to create their Facebook and Instagram business pages and start building an engaged online audience. What You’ll Learn: How to create a business page on Facebook & Instagram Introduction to Meta Business Suite Basics of creating engaging posts Tips for growing audience engagement Setting up a Canva account for easy design Please bring a laptop or tablet to take part in the interactive session.

🗓 Date: Tuesday 23rd September ⏰ Time: 12:00pm – 1:00pm 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Intermediate Move beyond the basics and start using social media strategically. This interactive workshop will help you develop a focused plan for growing your business online. Ideal for Businesses and entrepreneurs who have a basic understanding of social media and want to learn how to effectively use it to promote their business. This 1hr interactive workshop will look at how to create a social media plan/strategy, tools you can use to support content creation, and using scheduling to manage your time effectively. What You’ll Learn: Creating a social media plan Understanding content pillars and tone of voice Using AI tools to generate post ideas Designing templates in Canva Using scheduling tools to save time 💻 Bring your laptop or tablet for hands-on exercises.

🗓 Date: Wednesday 24th September ⏰ Time: 10:45am – 11:45am 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Advanced Got a website but struggling to get visitors? This advanced workshop will help you understand how Search Engine Optimisation (SEO) works—and what you can do to boost your visibility on Google without paying for ads. Whether you're launching a new site or want to improve an existing one, this session gives you actionable insights into how search engines work and what they look for. What You’ll Learn: The key factors Google considers when ranking websites What to avoid: common SEO mistakes and outdated tactics Practical on-page SEO techniques to improve your content and structure How to find and use keywords that your audience is actually searching for Simple tools to help you track your progress and measure success Great for entrepreneurs and small business owners ready to start growing their online traffic the smart way.

🗓 Date: Wednesday 24th September ⏰ Time: 12:30pm – 1:30pm 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Intermediate Want to design eye-catching graphics for your business without hiring a designer? This hands-on Canva workshop will teach you how to create everything from social media posts to posters—completely free. Even if you’ve never used Canva before, this session will walk you through the basics and help you feel confident designing professional marketing materials that reflect your brand. What You’ll Learn: How to create a simple, branded social media post Designing flyers or posters for print Exploring Canva’s free tools and layout options Tips and tricks to get the most out of the platform What’s included in the Pro version and whether it’s worth it 💻 Laptop or tablet required for hands-on exercises. Ideal for small business owners, creatives, and anyone who wants to improve their visual marketing—no design experience needed!

🗓 Date: Wednesday 24th September ⏰ Time: 1:45pm – 2:45pm 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Advanced If you're already confident with social media and ready to get serious about results, this workshop is for you. We’ll explore paid advertising, audience targeting, and how to make sense of your performance data—so you can reach more people and make smarter marketing decisions. What You’ll Learn: How to create effective paid ads using Meta Ads Manager The role of the Meta Pixel—what it is and how to install it Understanding performance data and how to analyse your ad results How to build custom audiences and retarget website visitors or past customers Budgeting tips and best practices for small ad campaigns 💻 Laptop or tablet recommended for practical elements. Perfect for business owners and marketers who are already posting but want to turn their social presence into a growth engine.

🗓 Date: Wednesday 24th September ⏰ Time: 3:00pm – 4:00pm 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Advanced Video is one of the most powerful tools you can use to connect with your audience and promote your brand—and you don’t need a big budget or fancy camera to get started. This workshop will show you how to create simple, effective videos for social media using free tools and smart planning. What You’ll Learn: How to make short, attention-grabbing videos using Canva’s video tools Introduction to free editing tools like CapCut and EDITs How to plan your video with storyboarding techniques Music rules and copyright dos and don’ts Tips for using video in ads, reels, and website content 💻 Bring a laptop or tablet to follow along with live demos. This session is ideal for small business owners, creators, and entrepreneurs who want to start using video to build visibility, increase engagement, and tell their story effectively.

🗓 Date: Tuesday 23rd September ⏰ Time: 9:30am – 10:30am 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Beginner Are you a business owner or entrepreneur ready to take your first steps into the world of digital marketing? Join us for a free one-hour workshop designed to give you a clear and practical introduction to digital marketing fundamentals—and how to apply them to your business. What You'll Learn: What digital marketing really means and why it matters How to identify and understand your target market Tips on defining your core message and proposition Choosing the right social media channels for your audience How to set up Google My Business to be found locally Building and managing a strong online presence The role of a website—and whether you need one Whether you're just starting out or looking to get more confident with digital tools, this workshop will equip you with the essential knowledge to begin promoting your business online effectively. Limited spaces available – reserve your spot today!

🗓 Date: Wednesday 24th September ⏰ Time: 9:30am – 10:30am 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Intermediate Thinking of creating a website for your business but unsure where to start—or how much it’ll cost? This beginner-friendly session is designed for business owners and entrepreneurs who want to get online quickly and affordably, without needing to hire a developer. In just one hour, you’ll explore simple, cost-effective website platforms that allow you to build your own site with confidence and ease—even with zero technical experience. What You’ll Learn: Overview of popular low-cost website platforms (Wix, Google Sites, Squarespace, and more) Live demo: how to build a free website using Google Sites Tips for choosing the right layout and features for your business Introduction to Search Engine Optimisation (SEO)—how to help your website show up in Google Useful tools to maintain and improve your website over time Perfect for startups, sole traders, creatives, and side-hustlers who want an affordable web presence that works.

🗓 Date: Tuesday 23rd September ⏰ Time: 1:45pm – 2:45pm 📍 Location: Hatch 1, The Hat Factory, Luton 🎯 Level: Intermediate Are you making the most of LinkedIn to grow your business? Whether you're a freelancer, service provider, startup, or SME, LinkedIn is more than just a digital CV—it’s a powerful platform for building credibility, connecting with potential clients, and showcasing your expertise. This interactive 1-hour workshop is designed to help business owners and entrepreneurs understand how to use LinkedIn strategically to build their brand and network professionally. What You’ll Learn: Optimising your personal LinkedIn profile to reflect your business goals, services, and credibility How to set up and manage a LinkedIn Business Page, and why it’s important for visibility and trust What kind of content works best on LinkedIn, from thought leadership posts to sharing behind-the-scenes updates Engagement strategies—how to grow your network and start meaningful conversations Best practices Whether you're new to LinkedIn or have a profile that's gathering dust, this session will give you practical steps to start using the platform with confidence and purpose. Don’t forget to bring a laptop or tablet so you can review or update your LinkedIn during the session. Spaces are limited – book now to secure your place!

If you love abstract art and texture then this workshop is for you! You will learn how to mix and blend from a variety of materials from natural stone to plastic beads, stained glass to broken china. What to expect You will be shown how to prepare the base, mix your own adhesive and combine your materials using a range of techniques to create interest and texture. Who is this for? Suitable for beginners, however, those with some mosaic experience are also welcome to join. What is provided A mixture of beads, stone, mosaic tiles and slate (please note materials will vary from example shown) Black tile adhesive Stick for stirring adhesive A square or circular base approximately 15cm x 15cm Next class: Sunday, 17 November 2024 (10am til 3pm) Venue: Luton, Bedfordshire (exact location will be provided on booking)