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Being able to navigate challenging conversations is key to a successful business. Learn how to navigate them better.Does the thought of upcoming negotiations keep you up at night?Do you find yourself being utterly silenced if someone is confrontational about a disagreement in a meeting?Do you dread having to give negative feedback?This training course will help […]

Discover the range of resources available to help you start your market research, all free of charge through BIPC DevonUnderstanding your market can make the difference between success and failure in a business that's starting up. In this session, we'll look atHow market research can help your businessKey resources through BIPC Devon (and the wider […]

Intellectual Property (IP) can be a valuable asset in your business. Join us for an overview of how you can identify, protect & use your IP.Intellectual Property: what is it, and how can it be valuable to your business?In this overview session we'll look at how an awareness of intellectual property (IP) from the very […]

This session is based upon two years research on how local visual artists make a living. It will cover the key aspects of starting out.Painting and Sculpture with Hilary Beecroft and Phil Parker Hilary and Phil are the founders of ArtMakers, a not-for-profit company set up in 2021 in response to the problems being faced […]

Award winning Children's author Claire Barker shares her insight into her creative process, and how to get your writing onto bookshelves.Becoming a Children's Author: A beginner's Guide to getting Published Would you like to try your hand at writing a children's chapter book? Don't know where to start? Claire Barker is the author of two […]

Your brand is one of your most valuable assets. It sets you apart from your competitors, makes you memorable & builds customer trust.How to create a strong brand for your creative businessYour business’ brand is one of your most valuable assets. It sets you apart from your competitors, makes you memorable and builds trust with […]

Figure out if you can sell your skills and knowledge to boost your business income, through skills workshops, consulting, and online coursesA session focused on helping you to figure out if they have something you can sell alongside your creative work. What knowledge do you have that might be valuable to others? Find out how […]

Brendan and Becky will discuss the different roles and directions for a person wishing to pursue a career in the photographic industries.Career paths through the photographic industries. Brendan and Becky will discuss the different roles and directions a person wishing to pursue a career in photography can take, and identify the skills and experiences they […]

Build a website that reflects your passion, your creativity and your ethos as well as being commercially successful.Website Essentials for Creatives Building a website that reflects your passion, your creativity and your ethos is wonderful but it also needs to work commercially, or your career as a professional artist may not be as fruitful as […]