The Business & IP Centre at Exeter and Barnstaple Libraries host a range of events and workshops to suit start-ups, entrepreneurs or businesses looking to learn new skills or research their industry.
Webinars run weekly on a variety of subjects and are a great way to get an overview of a new topic, or a refresher which can help you to look at your business plan in a new light. Whether you’re just starting out or an established business looking to grow, our webinars are useful, inspiring and informative.
One-to-ones are useful for enquiring about how you can access business information and support, to discuss a problem or question you have in a specific area of your business, or to find out more about Intellectual Property. Find out more information on our 1-to-1s page.
Relationship management is key in every area of your business: learn how to manage these with business partners, suppliers, customers & moreBeing the perfect partner to your clients can feel a little daunting, How do you know your clients like you? How do you chase them in business without looking needy?How do you change the […]
Making Sales: How to create digital marketing and content funnels to drive sales online and through physical space.Making Sales: How to create digital marketing and content funnels to drive sales online and through physical space.Kalkidan will describe how to use paid ads and content marketing to drive people onto your website and events. The program […]
Making Sales: How to create digital marketing and content funnels to drive sales online and through physical space.Making Sales: How to create digital marketing and content funnels to drive sales online and through physical space.Kalkidan will describe how to use paid ads and content marketing to drive people onto your website and events. The program […]
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 […]
Learn how to work on your own mental wellbeing to increase resilience, reduce stress and embrace change rather than feeling overwhelmedThe need to adapt to change has never been greater but that can be easier said than done. Learn how to prepare yourself and your business for whatever lies ahead - rather than fearing, being […]
Practice your networking skills with an establised female led networking group.Are you nervous about networking? Do you want to polish your pitch?Over the past 3 months, the BIPC's Women in Business programme has had a number of webinars designed to help you gather your thoughts, provide hints and tips, and uplift your confidence when it […]
Taking the fear out of financesAbout James“Helping you to succeed in your business aspirations”Being born and bred in Torbay, I’ve been fortunate to spend my career to date at some of the Westcountry’s finest accountancy firms, now taking that experience to launch Accounting4Everything, at our new offices located in Preston Paignton.My passion is working closely […]
An introduction to copyright and trade marks in the UK, and how you can use them to protect the intellectual property in your business.As you build your business, you’re creating so much! From the words in your website, to your brand name and logo, your products themselves, new inventions perhaps – even the look of […]
Learn how to apply the secret principles of the world's most successful businesses in any small business** A fantastic 'in person' event at Exeter Library, which promises to be interactive with Q&As and discussions about real situations. **You are not in control of your business ...your customers are!2 ½ hour high value training for leaders […]
Drop in any time between 10 and 12 to find out how we can help your small business start up and thrive.Drop in to Paignton Library, any time between 10 and 12, for an informal chat with one of the Business & IP Centre team - ask a question, learn about the resources and services […]
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 […]
Reserve your free half-day desk now! Meet other small business owners, entrepreneurs and local start-ups, at Exeter libraryBored of the same four walls? Fancy seeing some new faces? Reserve your free half-day desk now! Meet other small business owners, entrepreneurs and local start-ups, at Exeter library.Bring your laptop and settle at a desk in the […]
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