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WP5 UK Pilot
20 started course18 attended workshops 2 distance learners18 completed course
Use of networks – BASCA, WiRE & Wiltshire Farmstay
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WP5 UK Pilot
4 new businesses
16 established businesses including 1 in Cyprus!
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UK course delivery
5 workshops with guided learning between workshops - December-March
Printed folder with course materials 2 online (distance) Practical workshops and lunch for
networking Specialist speaker for online marketing
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Key findings - participants
Expectations fulfilled – support & focus Overall quality of course very high Content very useful E-marketing highest score, finance
lowest Face to face workshops suited best Distance learners satisfied - flexibility
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Of most benefit
Connecting with other WERTs E-marketing workshop Helpful guided discussions Following up on areas of interest Focus for more efficient business Understanding SWOT Financial guidance
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Course resources
“A really sound introduction for starters & those in established businesses”“Extremely useful to have all this information to refer back to along with workshop notes”“The optimisation workshop was excellent & so very necessary in today’s environment”
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Online
“As an online distance learner I found the course very user friendly
and extremely helpful.”
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Key findings
Timing about right but some suggested start earlier October, 10am for B & Bs
2 new case studies on Destinet & 5 more written
All felt inspired to develop their business & would recommend to others
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Suggested topics
More technical practical sessions e.g. financial spreadsheets
More follow up on social media & optimisation – needs to be updated as changes
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Intentions after training
Continue to network Use social media, improve website Use the business plan Expand the business Financial controls & cost reduction Apply for grants
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Teacher feedback
Very high quality course, content & teacher guide
Very supportive group – willing to share & chat!
Additional support distance learners & new starts
Length & timing about right
Informal assessment needed for busy people
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Teacher feedback
Practical e-marketing workshop with specialist worked well (video)
More time for follow up More time for practical
finance support Could be offered as
accredited course to women in rural businesses
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Keeping in touch
Contact in June re benefits of course
More training on social media and spreadsheets
Case studies Press release Destinet and facebook
contact Interest in hosting
mobility