Make Contacts At Free Sessions

New networking opportunities nationwide are on offer for small businesses during the coming months as Barclays launches a series of free workshops.

Eighteen events will be held offering practical advice, helping firms look at ways they can improve their bottom line and discover new profit-making strategies.

Run by business expert Robert Craven, there will also be the chance to devleop individual action plans and learn about the tactics necessary to make them happen.

John Davis, Barclays marketing director for local business, explained: "Research tells us that traditional breeding grounds for doing deals, such as the pub or golf club, are no longer relevant for small firms. Owners prefer organised events allowing them to meet others and discuss face-to-face and where they have a chance to learn essential skills."

The workshops kick off in Stoke-on-Trent on September 11.

about ROBERT CRAVEN

 Robert Craven is a keynote speaker and author of the business best-sellers 'Kick-Start Your Business' and 'Customer Is King'. He has recently been described as 'one of the UK’s leading marketing specialists' and the 'entrepreneurship guru'. He runs The Directors’ Centre, helping growing businesses to grow.
For further information, contact Robert Craven on 01225 851044. (rc@directorscentre.com) www.directorscentre.com

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Article appeared in the Daily Express, 5th September 2007