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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231110T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231110T104500
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SUMMARY:Understanding Gender Pay Gap Reforms
DESCRIPTION:Business Chamber Queensland invites you to join us for the ‘Understanding Gender Pay Gap Reforms’ webinar\, which will provide you with information about changes to business requirements for gender pay gap reporting. \nThe Workplace Gender Equality Amendment (Closing the Gender Pay Gap) Bill 2023 was passed on 30 March 2023. The Bill’s focus is to accelerate gender equality in the workplace. The webinar will discuss: \n\nwhat the reforms are\,\nwhen they are coming into effect\, and\nhow it will impact Queensland businesses like yours.\n\nThe Gender Pay Gap reform will apply to private businesses with 100 or more employees and Commonwealth public sector businesses with 100 or more employees. \nWebinar details:\nTopic: Understanding Gender Pay Gap Reforms\nDate: Friday\, 10 November\nTime: 10:00am to 10:45am\nZoom Webinar \nBusiness Chamber Queensland member: FREE  |  Non-member: $80 per person (incl GST) \nTo apply your member discount\, enter the email address associated with your Business Chamber Queensland membership as a ‘promo code’.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/understanding-gender-pay-gap-reforms/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231109T110000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231109T120000
DTSTAMP:20231025T070237Z
CREATED:20231025T070237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231025T070237Z
UID:10000730-1699527600-1699531200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Tendering — Top Ten Tips Webinar (SEQ South)
DESCRIPTION:Helping Queensland businesses stand out and increase your chances of tendering success \nDo you want to stand out from your competitors and improve your chances of winning tenders? \nThis one-hour webinar will provide you with practical tips to help you to prepare comprehensive and conforming bids to tender for government and private sector contracts\, large and small. \nOur tips will help you write an effective tender response that outlines the expertise\, experience and value-add activities of your business to procurement managers who are responsible for assessing if you are the right fit for their supply chain. In the webinar\, we’ll cover: \n\nhow to develop an effective approach to tenders\nhow to prepare responses to key criteria\nunderstanding the importance of non-price criteria vs price\ncommon pitfalls and traps\nwhere to look for current and upcoming tendering opportunities\nhow to make your business more visible to buyers.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/tendering-top-ten-tips-webinar-seq-south-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231107T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231107T140000
DTSTAMP:20230804T060909Z
CREATED:20230804T060909Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T060909Z
UID:10000683-1699362000-1699365600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:R&D Tax Incentive events and information session
DESCRIPTION:​Join representatives from the Australian Taxation Office and the Department of Industry\, Science and Resources to learn about the Research and Development Tax Incentive program. \nYou will be introduced to the program and guided through key eligibility requirements. \nWe highly recommend attending this session before submitting an application. \nYou will learn: \n\nThe benefits offered by R&D Tax Incentive\nWho can apply\nWhat R&D activities and expenditures are eligible\nThe importance of record keeping\nWhen and how to apply
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/rd-tax-incentive-events-and-information-session-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Queensland Small Business Month,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231106T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231106T150000
DTSTAMP:20231019T071054Z
CREATED:20231019T071054Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T071054Z
UID:10000723-1699275600-1699282800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:10 Ways AI Can Help Your Business Grow
DESCRIPTION:In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape\, harnessing the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become essential for organisations looking to stay ahead and to drive productivity & growth. From streamlining processes to unlocking valuable insights\, AI offers a wide array of opportunities to transform your business. This workshop\, is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and strategies needed to leverage AI effectively and achieve sustainable business growth. \nDuring this workshop\, our 360 Degrees Marketing Director\, Luke Strochnetter will guide you through some of the possibilities of how you can implement and use AI in your business. There will be interactive discussions\, examples of tools\, activities\, case studies and practical exercises\, which will allow you to gain a deep understanding of the potential AI holds and how it can be tailored to suit your specific business needs. Our goal is to provide you with actionable insights and a roadmap for implementing AI-driven solutions that will fuel your business growth. \nAbout the Speaker\nLuke Strochnetter is a dynamic young entrepreneur\, business owner and conference host with a passion for marketing\, small business and event management. With three successful businesses under his belt\, Luke has a wealth of experience and insight into the ups and downs of entrepreneurship including marketing your business. Being a true Gen Z\, Luke has grown up around Social Media and now gets to teach Social Media to dozens of business owners every week! Being on many committees and a key organiser of several major events\, Luke is a busy man\, but always tries to find time & resources to give back to the community through donations\, sponsorships and partnerships. His passion for equipping business owners and professionals with practical skills and knowledge is evident in everything he does\, and his drive to promote collaboration over competition is a testament to his commitment to creating a better world for all.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/10-ways-ai-can-help-your-business-grow/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231031T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231031T110000
DTSTAMP:20230906T001921Z
CREATED:20230906T001921Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T001921Z
UID:10000717-1698742800-1698750000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Website Design
DESCRIPTION:Get noticed online. If your business doesn’t have a website\, how many times are you missing out on work? Learn how to build your website so visitors browsing your site can find the right information easily. \nWe will cover: \n\nHow to setup and get your domain\nDifferent Platforms to build on\nAccessibility of your website for the vision impaired\nDesign vs function\n\nAbout the Speaker\nLiam Fahey is a serial entrepreneur\, creative director\, photographer and social marketer. He has a proven track record creating online marketing campaigns for companies across different industries\, and a reputation for taking businesses from local markets to international markets with the right website design and social media. Liam believes any business can be successful by creating a marketing plan with a strong focus on branding and capability. He specialises in organic content creation and has produced social media marketing content for over 14 years. With a trade behind him\, years of building businesses and insights into nearly every industry\, Liam is prepared to assist companies in growing their knowledge.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/website-design/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231010T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20231010T130000
DTSTAMP:20230426T075700Z
CREATED:20230111T001349Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T075700Z
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SUMMARY:Annual General Meeting & Constitution Support
DESCRIPTION:The Annual General Meeting (AGM) is your once-a-year opportunity to celebrate your organisation’s achievements and share your vision for the next year with members. But for many volunteers\, the AGM can be a confusing and daunting event. This free webinar will highlight the most important considerations when planning for and running your AGM. You’ll receive practical\, step-by-step guidance for the entire AGM process\, from notifying members and calling for nominations for new committee members\, to lodging your Annual Return after the meeting. \nWhen did you last check your constitution was up to date\, tailored for your club and compliant with Act regulations? Every club is different and therefore each constitution should reflect the individuality of each organisation. All clubs change over time and updating your constitution is an ideal opportunity to ensure that the document reflects your current operations. Additionally\, Queensland’s incorporation legislation has recently undergone a comprehensive review. During this free webinar\, we’ll discuss the main considerations in reviewing your constitution. \n\nRegister Now >> Tuesday\, 10 October 2023 (12:30—1 pm session)\nRegister Now >> Tuesday\, 10 October 2023 (6:30—7 pm session)\n\nAbout the presenter\nSteve Connelly — Director of Sport and Community Development @CPR Group \nSteve directs CPR Group’s sport and community development team. He has worked with CPR Group since 2005 and has extensive experience across a broad range of projects. Steve’s personable nature and engaging communication style enable him to capitalise on the human potential which exists in all not-for-profit organisations. He lives for those ‘light bulb moments’ and gets a genuine kick out of helping volunteers to be happier in their roles. Steve assists committees to run better businesses\, enhance financial viability and become off-field champions. Steve and his team contribute to a vibrant Australian sport and community sector by preparing comprehensive master plans\, land management plans and facility strategies\, facilitating interactive governance training and stakeholder engagement programs\, writing real-world constitutions\, advising the government\, developing strategic plans and helping organisations to obtain grant funding.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/annual-general-meeting-constitution-support-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230929T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230929T120000
DTSTAMP:20230906T001627Z
CREATED:20230906T001627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T001627Z
UID:10000716-1695981600-1695988800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Search Engine Optimising (SEO)
DESCRIPTION:Don’t be left undiscovered on page 2 of a Google search. Learn how to improve your SEO. \nWe will cover: \n\nWhat SEO is\nHow Google ranks websites\nHow to improve your site\n\nAbout the Speaker\nLiam Fahey is a serial entrepreneur\, creative director\, photographer and social marketer. He has a proven track record creating online marketing campaigns for companies across different industries\, and a reputation for taking businesses from local markets to international markets with the right website design and social media. Liam believes any business can be successful by creating a marketing plan with a strong focus on branding and capability. He specialises in organic content creation and has produced social media marketing content for over 14 years. With a trade behind him\, years building businesses and insights into nearly every industry\, Liam is prepared to assist companies in growing their knowledge.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/search-engine-optimising-seo/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230926T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230926T190000
DTSTAMP:20230906T000813Z
CREATED:20230906T000813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T000813Z
UID:10000715-1695747600-1695754800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:An Insight into Facebook & Instagram Insights
DESCRIPTION:How to analyse whether your Facebook & Instagram pages are getting results \nLearn about Meta insights and how to assess whether your Facebook & Instagram pages are getting the desired results. \nAbout the Speaker\nDanielle Taylor has over 25 years of marketing experience\, is an Australian Marketing Institute Certified Practising Marketer and the owner of Firefly Solutions Pty Ltd which provides marketing services to businesses and community groups throughout the region from Gympie to Brisbane.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/an-insight-into-facebook-instagram-insights/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,New business and startups,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230925T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230925T150000
DTSTAMP:20230906T000104Z
CREATED:20230906T000104Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T000104Z
UID:10000714-1695646800-1695654000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:SEO Like a Pro
DESCRIPTION:Get high rankings on Google! \nHaving a strong search engine ranking is one of the most mysterious and frustrating parts of owning a website. Search engine optimisation is the process of making improvements to your website to improve its rankings. Thankfully what works well for search engines also works well for customers! \nHere’s what we will tackle in this interactive workshop: \nLearn about how search engines work \n\nDiscover what your customers are searching for\nWrite website text so that Google loves you\nSee how to make your website more attractive to a search engine\nInvestigate key Google apps; Google My Business\, Analytics & Search Console.\n\nAbout the Speaker\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She has a strong emphasis on creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/seo-like-a-pro-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230919T170000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230919T190000
DTSTAMP:20230905T235902Z
CREATED:20230905T235902Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T235902Z
UID:10000713-1695142800-1695150000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Exploring Facebook and Instagram Advertising
DESCRIPTION:Exploring the different advertising options from boosting posts to more advanced advertising \nLearn about Facebook and Instagram advertising\, from a simple boosted post to a more complex campaign through Meta. Explore the settings including goals\, audience targeting\, campaign objectives and more. \nAbout the Speaker\nDanielle Taylor has over 25 years of marketing experience\, is an Australian Marketing Institute Certified Practising Marketer and the owner of Firefly Solutions Pty Ltd which provides marketing services to businesses and community groups throughout the region from Gympie to Brisbane.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/exploring-facebook-and-instagram-advertising/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,New business and startups,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230913T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230913T150000
DTSTAMP:20230905T235328Z
CREATED:20230905T235328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230905T235328Z
UID:10000712-1694610000-1694617200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Website Basics: Getting Started Online
DESCRIPTION:Designed for nontechnical business owners\, this workshop provides a simple and jargon-free guide to creating your own website. From choosing and registering a domain name to setting up hosting and adding content\, we’ll walk you through each step in a way that’s easy to understand. Gain the skills you need to establish an effective online presence and attract customers without the technical overwhelm. \nJoin us and take your business to new digital heights! \nAbout the Speaker\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She has a strong emphasis on creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/website-basics-getting-started-online/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,New business and startups,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230906T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230906T150000
DTSTAMP:20230820T224450Z
CREATED:20230820T224450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230820T224450Z
UID:10000709-1694008800-1694012400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:How ASPIRE Empowers Brisbane and Logan Businesses to Trade
DESCRIPTION:Join the Webinar & Learn How ASPIRE Empowers Brisbane and Logan Businesses To Trade Their Material Resources & Report On Their Carbon Emissions Savings. \nAbout the workshop:\nBrisbane City Council is dedicated to achieving our goal of eliminating avoidable materials from landfills in alignment with the Resource Management and Resource Recovery Strategy set by the Queensland Government. \nIn line with this\, Brisbane City Council together with ASPIRE bring you a FREE online webinar to learn more about the circular economy and ways you can extend the life of your resources. \nASPIRE is an online marketplace for material resource exchange. It automatically matches material resources from a business with interested manufacturers\, purchasers\, or recyclers\, reducing valuable material assets going to landfill. \nASPIRE currently helps 2\,000+ Australian businesses save $500\,000+ in waste disposal costs and allows companies to uncover their carbon emission savings. \nThis webinar will introduce you to the ASPIRE platform and demonstrate how your business or community group can register\, use the marketplace and start reducing your waste footprint. \nAccess to the ASPIRE platform is free for all Brisbane City Council and Logan City Council businesses and community groups with less than 100 employees. \nJoin the movement of 150+ Brisbane businesses who have so far signed up to exchange any of these commodities.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/how-aspire-empowers-brisbane-and-logan-businesses-to-trade/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan,Circular Economy
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230906T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230906T120000
DTSTAMP:20230612T070232Z
CREATED:20230612T070232Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T070232Z
UID:10000667-1693992600-1694001600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Marketing to Defence (including First Nations Businesses)
DESCRIPTION:About this Webinar\nOn behalf of the Queensland Government through Defence Jobs Queensland and the Defence Industry Hubs\, Michael Fairweather and Associates is the proud delivery partner of the Defence and Aerospace Capability Workshop Series. \nAbout this event\nWith Defence spending $270 billion over the course of this decade\, it’s important to find out how you can position your business to be a part of this essential industry. There is plenty of opportunity for your business if you know where to look\, who to talk to and how to present your business value.\nThe Department of Defence is a highly unique organisation and the process to participate in their supply chains can seem complex and overwhelming. \nThis webinar will help you to demystify the complexities around defence and defence opportunities\, and will cover the following topics: \n\nIntroduction to a Defence Prime\nThe Defence Environment\nCapability Procurement\nNon-Materiel Procurement\nMaritime Snapshot in Cairns\nDealing with Prime Contractors
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/marketing-to-defence-including-first-nations-businesses-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230828T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230828T120000
DTSTAMP:20230705T220926Z
CREATED:20230705T220926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T220926Z
UID:10000579-1693216800-1693224000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Creating Canva Magic for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Canva is an incredibly dynamic online graphic design tool. You can use it to create social media posts\, presentations\, posters\, videos\, logos and more. Whether you are new to Canva\, or a self-acclaimed Canva Pro\, you are sure to learn something in this interactive workshop. \nDuring this workshop\, your host Luke from 360 Degrees Marketing will teach you how to produce your very own Canva designs that are engaging\, on brand and unique. You will also learn how to use the platform\, how to add your very own brand kit\, how to use templates\, and some of the latest Canva’s features & integrations as well as receive some hot Canva tips. \nAbout the Speaker\nLuke Strochnetter is a dynamic young entrepreneur\, business owner and conference host with a passion for marketing\, small business and event management. With three successful businesses under his belt\, Luke has a wealth of experience and insight into the ups and downs of entrepreneurship including marketing your business. Being a true Gen Z\, Luke has grown up around Social Media and now gets to teach Social Media to dozens of business owners every week! Being on many committees and a key organiser of several major events\, Luke is a busy man but always tries to find time & resources to give back to the community through donations\, sponsorships and partnerships. His passion for equipping business owners and professionals with practical skills and knowledge is evident in everything he does\, and his drive to promote collaboration over competition is a testament to his commitment to creating a better world for all.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/creating-canva-magic-for-your-business/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230828T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230828T113000
DTSTAMP:20231019T072359Z
CREATED:20231019T072359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231019T072359Z
UID:10000728-1693215000-1693222200@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Creating Canva Magic for Your Business
DESCRIPTION:Canva is an incredibly dynamic online graphic design tool. You can use it to create social media posts\, presentations\, posters\, videos\, logos and more. Whether you are new to Canva\, or a self-acclaimed Canva Pro\, you are sure to learn something in this interactive workshop. \nDuring this workshop\, your host Luke from 360 Degrees Marketing will teach you how to produce your very own Canva designs that are engaging\, on brand and unique. You will also learn how to use the platform\, how to add your very own brand kit\, how to use templates\, and some of the latest Canva’s features & integrations as well as receive some hot Canva tips. \nAbout the Speaker\nLuke Strochnetter is a dynamic young entrepreneur\, business owner and conference host with a passion for marketing\, small business and event management. With three successful businesses under his belt\, Luke has a wealth of experience and insight into the ups and downs of entrepreneurship including marketing your business. Being a true Gen Z\, Luke has grown up around Social Media and now gets to teach Social Media to dozens of business owners every week! Being on many committees and a key organiser of several major events\, Luke is a busy man but always tries to find time & resources to give back to the community through donations\, sponsorships and partnerships. His passion for equipping business owners and professionals with practical skills and knowledge is evident in everything he does\, and his drive to promote collaboration over competition is a testament to his commitment to creating a better world for all.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/creating-canva-magic-for-your-business-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230824T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230824T160000
DTSTAMP:20230804T060748Z
CREATED:20230804T060748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230804T060748Z
UID:10000682-1692889200-1692892800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:R&D Tax Incentive events and information session
DESCRIPTION:​Join representatives from the Australian Taxation Office and the Department of Industry\, Science and Resources to learn about the Research and Development Tax Incentive program. \nYou will be introduced to the program and guided through key eligibility requirements. \nWe highly recommend attending this session before submitting an application. \nYou will learn: \n\nThe benefits offered by R&D Tax Incentive\nWho can apply\nWhat R&D activities and expenditures are eligible\nThe importance of record keeping\nWhen and how to apply
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/rd-tax-incentive-events-and-information-session/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Queensland Small Business Month,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230823T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230823T110000
DTSTAMP:20230612T064915Z
CREATED:20230612T064915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T064915Z
UID:10000664-1692781200-1692788400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Stop Being Attractive to Hackers
DESCRIPTION:Most small businesses are accidentally left open to opportunist hackers. Close the holes and secure your business. \nWe will cover: \n\nTwo-factor authentication\nPassword managers\nTypes of attacks\nSecurity software\n\nAbout Liam Fahey\nLiam Fahey is a serial entrepreneur\, creative director\, photographer and social marketer. He has a proven track record creating online marketing campaigns for companies across different industries\, and a reputation for taking businesses from local markets to international markets with the right website design and social media. \nLiam believes any business can be successful by creating a marketing plan with a strong focus on branding and capability. He specialises in organic content creation and has been producing content for social media marketing for over 14 years. \nWith a trade behind him\, years of building businesses and insights into nearly every industry\, Liam is prepared to assist businesses to grow their knowledge.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/stop-being-attractive-to-hackers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230809T100000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230809T130000
DTSTAMP:20230628T233237Z
CREATED:20230628T233237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230628T233237Z
UID:10000672-1691575200-1691586000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Publish with Purpose - Self-Publishing Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Are you an aspiring author\, an entrepreneur with a story to share\, or a knowledgeable professional eager to write a book about your expertise? Do you dream of seeing your words published and reaching readers worldwide? \nIf you’ve been searching for a comprehensive program that can guide you through the self-publishing process\, saving you valuable time and effort\, then we have the perfect solution for you. Introducing Publish with Purpose\, an immersive in-person masterclass designed to empower you on your unique journey to self-publishing success. Whether you’re passionate about fiction or non-fiction\, our program caters to individuals at all stages of their publishing journey. \nWe understand that the road to publishing is filled with a myriad of decisions\, and knowing how to navigate them can be the hard part. That’s why our program offers a comprehensive step-by-step guide\, helping you understand where you can save money and manage your own publishing journey\, as well as how to outsource affordable services when needed. \nJoin us and gain the knowledge and confidence to make informed decisions every step of the way.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/publish-with-purpose-self-publishing-masterclass/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Business in the City of Logan
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230808T123000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230808T130000
DTSTAMP:20230426T075421Z
CREATED:20230111T001211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230426T075421Z
UID:10000546-1691497800-1691499600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Grant Writing
DESCRIPTION:This free webinar is designed for club and association volunteers to learn the fundamental skills needed to write successful grant funding applications. \nEvery not-for-profit organisation is different and your grant applications should reflect this individuality. This free webinar will focus on HOW you can create SUCCESSFUL grant applications with good planning techniques\, and how to best tell your organisation’s story to make it stand out from the rest. \n\nRegister Now >> Tuesday\, 8 August 2023 (12:30—1 pm session)\nRegister Now >> Tuesday\, 8 August 2023 (6:30—7 pm session)\n\nAbout the presenter\nSteve Connelly — Director of Sport and Community Development @CPR Group \nSteve directs CPR Group’s sport and community development team. He has worked with CPR Group since 2005 and has extensive experience across a broad range of projects. Steve’s personable nature and engaging communication style enable him to capitalise on the human potential which exists in all not-for-profit organisations. He lives for those ‘light bulb moments’ and gets a genuine kick out of helping volunteers to be happier in their roles. Steve assists committees to run better businesses\, enhance financial viability and become off-field champions. Steve and his team contribute to a vibrant Australian sport and community sector by preparing comprehensive master plans\, land management plans and facility strategies\, facilitating interactive governance training and stakeholder engagement programs\, writing real-world constitutions\, advising the government\, developing strategic plans and helping organisations to obtain grant funding.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/grant-writing/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230807T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230807T160000
DTSTAMP:20230705T220434Z
CREATED:20230705T064132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T220434Z
UID:10000578-1691416800-1691424000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Deep Dive into AI
DESCRIPTION:2023 has definitely been the year AI exploded into the mainstream. It can be enormously useful and productive to use them in your business. \nThroughout the workshop\, we will include interactive activities\, demonstrations\, and hands-on exercises to enhance business understanding and engagement with the AI tools we trial. \nIn this workshop\, we will cover: \n\nGetting answers to hard questions\nWriting content with AI\nAI tools built into other software\nMarketing tools with AI automation\nFinding new AI as they are developed\n\nAbout the Speaker\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She has a strong emphasis on creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/deep-dive-into-ai/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230731T190000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230731T203000
DTSTAMP:20230725T074148Z
CREATED:20230725T074148Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230725T074148Z
UID:10000678-1690830000-1690835400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:5 Key Strategies to Amplify Your Personal Brand Authority & Engage More Value Clients
DESCRIPTION:If you are not getting the traction you want in your business\, the problem could be you are not positioned as the expert in your field.\nDiscover the 5 key strategies to build your brand authority and engage more clients. \nThis is for you if… \n\nyou think your business is too small to compete with the bigger players in your field.\nyou don’t know the right people\, who to connect with\, and where to start.\nyou aren’t confident in how to use the right social media for your business. Meaning you feel frustrated and waste a lot of time.\nyou miss out on golden opportunities because you can’t precisely articulate what you do and how you do it.\nyou have a lot of knowledge but don’t know to create enough content to maintain a consistent presence across all media.\nyou avoid sales conversations and follow up with prospects.\nyou don’t think you have a story to tell that would be of interest to anyone.\n\nIn this webinar\, you will learn… \n\nHow to accelerate your income potential in 5 easy steps\nHow to identify your why and how you achieve awesome results – you will be surprised at this\nThe number 1 speaking tip professional speakers won’t tell you that builds trust instantly\nHow to forget the sell and inspire people to buy from you instead. (I have been teaching high-performing sales teams this for years with multi-million dollar results)\nHow to apply the practices of eminent thought leaders and design the life of your dreams\n\nBrand authority is a very useful way to drown out all the noise online. No matter how many brands create the same offer as you\, no matter how many may try and copy – the trust and reputation that you’ve built will make them all irrelevant.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/5-key-strategies-to-amplify-your-personal-brand-authority-engage-more-value-clients/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230731T180000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230731T193000
DTSTAMP:20230724T060919Z
CREATED:20230724T060919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230724T060919Z
UID:10000675-1690826400-1690831800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Why Everything You See about Being Rich on Socials will Make You Poor
DESCRIPTION:We explore the myths perpetuated by socials and how you can live by the beat of your own drum\, creating wealth strategies that work. \nThis month we explore Why Everything You See About Being Rich On Socials Will Make You Poor & What To Do About It\, with special guest Gayle McKew. \nIn the digital age\, social media platforms are a normal part of our everyday life. While there are many benefits to having information and connection at your fingertips\, there’s a lot about socials that can do harm as well. \nIf you’ve ever surfed your socials only to feel poor\, lonely and depressed\, chances are you believed a lie. It’s easy to pretend that you’re wealthier than you are or to be something you’re not when you’re performing for a screen but the traps of looking good can leave you in a financial heap. \nIn this month’s webinar\, we explore some of the myths perpetuated by socials and how you can live by the beat of your own drum creating wealth strategies that work and securing your financial wellbeing.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/why-everything-you-see-about-being-rich-on-socials-will-make-you-poor/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230727T130000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230727T140000
DTSTAMP:20230711T073408Z
CREATED:20230711T073408Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230711T073408Z
UID:10000582-1690462800-1690466400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Managing your Cyber Security
DESCRIPTION:The Queensland Government is offering a series of cyber security webinars to Queensland businesses and stakeholders. This free webinar is the first of three. \nThis webinar\, presented by Qudos Management\, will explain how a business can apply layers of cyber security protection. \nIt will discuss the importance of awareness and training\, policies\, procedures and practical controls to improve cyber resilience for your business and includes practical demonstrations and scenarios. \nAbout the Speaker\nAlan Jones – Lead Consultant at Qudos Management\nThe main presenter is Alan Jones\, Alan is the CEO of Qudos Management which is a management system software provider and consultancy practice based in Queensland. Alan has 30 years of experience as a management systems consultant and software developer. He is also a qualified certification auditor for ISO 27001 Information security\, CSA cloud security\, and many other standards.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/managing-your-cyber-security/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230727T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230727T110000
DTSTAMP:20230612T233348Z
CREATED:20230612T064649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T233348Z
UID:10000573-1690448400-1690455600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Don’t Dance for Likes With Tiktok
DESCRIPTION:Learn to use the fastest-growing social media platform in Australia for your business. \nIn this workshop you will learn: \n\nHow TikTok works\nHow to create content\nWhat you need to go viral\nWhat is trending\nWhy you need to be on TikTok now\n\nAbout Liam Fahey\nLiam Fahey is a serial entrepreneur\, creative director\, photographer and social marketer. He has a proven track record creating online marketing campaigns for companies across different industries\, and a reputation for taking businesses from local markets to international markets with the right website design and social media. \nLiam believes any business can be successful by creating a marketing plan with a strong focus on branding and capability. He specialises in organic content creation and has been producing content for social media marketing for over 14 years. \nWith a trade behind him\, years of building businesses and insights into nearly every industry\, Liam is prepared to assist businesses to grow their knowledge.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/dont-dance-for-likes-with-tiktok/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T140000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T150000
DTSTAMP:20230702T231835Z
CREATED:20230702T231835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230702T231835Z
UID:10000673-1690380000-1690383600@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:How ASPIRE Empowers Brisbane Businesses to Trade
DESCRIPTION:Join the Webinar & Learn How ASPIRE Empowers Brisbane Businesses To Trade Their Material Resources & Report On Their Carbon Emissions Saving \nBrisbane City Council is dedicated to achieving our goal of eliminating avoidable materials from landfills in alignment with the Resource Management and Resource Recovery Strategy set by the Queensland Government. \nIn line with this\, Brisbane City Council together with ASPIRE bring you a FREE online webinar to learn more about the circular economy and ways you can extend the life of your resources. \nASPIRE is an online marketplace for material resource exchange. It automatically matches material resources from a business with interested manufacturers\, purchasers\, or recyclers and therefore reduces valuable material assets going to landfill. \nASPIRE currently helps 2\,000+ Australian businesses save $500\,000+ in waste disposal costs and helps businesses uncover their carbon emission savings. \nThis webinar will introduce you to the ASPIRE platform and demonstrate how your business or community group can register\, use the marketplace and start reducing your waste footprint. \nAccess to the ASPIRE platform is free for all Brisbane City Council and Logan City Council businesses and community groups with less than 100 employees. \nJoin the movement of 150+ Brisbane businesses who have so far signed up to exchange any of these commodities.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/how-aspire-empowers-brisbane-businesses-to-trade/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230726T120000
DTSTAMP:20230612T070140Z
CREATED:20230612T070140Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T070140Z
UID:10000666-1690363800-1690372800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Marketing to Defence (including First Nations Businesses)
DESCRIPTION:About this Webinar\nOn behalf of the Queensland Government through Defence Jobs Queensland and the Defence Industry Hubs\, Michael Fairweather and Associates is the proud delivery partner of the Defence and Aerospace Capability Workshop Series. \nAbout this event\nWith Defence spending $270 billion over the course of this decade\, it’s important to find out how you can position your business to be a part of this essential industry. There is plenty of opportunity for your business if you know where to look\, who to talk to and how to present your business value.\nThe Department of Defence is a highly unique organisation and the process to participate in their supply chains can seem complex and overwhelming. \nThis webinar will help you to demystify the complexities around defence and defence opportunities\, and will cover the following topics: \n\nIntroduction to a Defence Prime\nThe Defence Environment\nCapability Procurement\nNon-Materiel Procurement\nMaritime Snapshot in Cairns\nDealing with Prime Contractors
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/marketing-to-defence-including-first-nations-businesses/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Procurement and tendering
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230725T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230725T110000
DTSTAMP:20230705T063717Z
CREATED:20230705T063717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T063717Z
UID:10000577-1690275600-1690282800@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Payments and Booking Systems
DESCRIPTION:There are so many different options for taking payments online and taking bookings. But which is best for your business? It can be confusing\, time-consuming\, and costly if you choose the wrong ones. \nThis is a highly interactive workshop with the ability to ask questions at any time. So turn your cameras on and join our workshop on Payment & Booking Systems to learn about the best solutions for your needs. \nIn this workshop\, we will cover: \n\nTaking credit cards for your business\nBuy now pay later platforms\nApple Pay & Google Pay\nDebit payment options\nAppointments & booking software\n\nAbout the Speaker\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She has a strong emphasis on creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/payments-and-booking-systems/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230719T150000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230719T160000
DTSTAMP:20230703T003157Z
CREATED:20230703T003157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230703T003157Z
UID:10000574-1689778800-1689782400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Supporting business mental health and wellbeing webinar
DESCRIPTION:Business Chamber Queensland\, in partnership with the Queensland Mental Health Commission\, would like to invite you to join a discussion on mental health and wellbeing and its impact on business. \nMany Queensland businesses have faced challenges over the past three years brought about by the pandemic\, worker and supply shortages\, as well as natural disasters. But there are many opportunities ahead for businesses to capitalise on too. \nMental health and wellbeing have a ripple effect that impacts not only you\, but also your staff\, stakeholders\, and the local community. \nThat’s why being mentally\, as well as operationally\, ready to manage the ups and downs of running a business is so important. \nOur expert guest speakers from Beyond Blue\, Everymind and Business Wellness Coach will take you through the importance of mental health and wellbeing and provide you with a range of information and resources to support you and a thriving business. \nWebinar details\n\nDate: Wednesday\, 19 July\nTime: 3:00 – 4:00 pm\nLocation: Online
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/supporting-business-mental-health-and-wellbeing-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business in the City of Logan,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230718T090000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230718T110000
DTSTAMP:20230705T063740Z
CREATED:20230705T063342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230705T063740Z
UID:10000576-1689670800-1689678000@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:SEO Like a Pro
DESCRIPTION:Get high rankings on Google! \nHaving a strong search engine ranking is one of the most mysterious and frustrating parts of owning a website. Search engine optimisation is the process of making improvements to your website to improve its rankings. Thankfully what works well for search engines also works well for customers! \nHere’s what we will tackle in this interactive workshop: \nLearn about how search engines work \n\nDiscover what your customers are searching for\nWrite website text so that Google loves you\nSee how to make your website more attractive to a search engine\nInvestigate key Google apps; Google My Business\, Analytics & Search Console.\n\nAbout the Speaker\nNicky Jurd is a friendly and approachable geek with an expert skillset encompassing websites\, apps\, SEO\, search engine marketing\, social media and online security. Nicky started her company Precedence back in 2000 when the Internet was still shiny and new. She has a strong emphasis on creating profitable websites for their client base of small and medium Australian businesses. Her specialty is in composing and delivering informative\, audience-driven training around the effective engagement of customers by small business people through the use of web tools and social media.
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/seo-like-a-pro/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Business Development,Small Business
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DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230705T093000
DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20230705T120000
DTSTAMP:20230612T065916Z
CREATED:20230612T065916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230612T065916Z
UID:10000665-1688549400-1688558400@loed.com.au
SUMMARY:Introduction to Defence and Defence Industry
DESCRIPTION:About this Webinar\nOn behalf of the Queensland Government through Defence Jobs Queensland and the Defence Industry Hubs\, Michael Fairweather and Associates is the proud delivery partner of the Defence and Aerospace Capability Workshop Series. \nAbout this event\nWith Defence spending $270 billion over the course of this decade\, it’s important to find out how you can position your business to be a part of this essential industry. There is plenty of opportunity for your business if you know where to look\, who to talk to and how to present your business value.\nThe Department of Defence is a highly unique organisation and the process to participate in their supply chains can seem complex and overwhelming. \nThis webinar will help you to demystify the complexities around defence and defence opportunities\, and will cover the following topics: \n\nIntroduction to a Defence Prime\nThe Defence Environment\nCapability Procurement\nNon-Materiel Procurement\nMaritime Snapshot in Cairns\nDealing with Prime Contractors
URL:https://loed.com.au/events/introduction-to-defence-and-defence-industry/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Industry Development,Procurement and tendering
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