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Doing Business Online. FINISHED

A short, practical workshop designed to help local businesses understand how to attract more customers online.

We’ll cover:


  • How customers actually find businesses online today

  • Simple ways to improve your Google visibility and local search presence

  • What makes a website work (and what quietly loses customers)

  • How to create content that attracts attention and builds trust

  • The basics of tracking what’s working in your marketing

  • Where AI and automation can save time for small businesses

  • The 3–5 practical actions you can take immediately


Perfect for local businesses who want a clear, jargon-free overview of digital marketing and ideas they can put into practice straight away.


Who is this for: Sole traders, SMEs, small charities, local service businesses.


What will you learn: What works and what doesn't in modern marketing; making the most of your (often scarce!) resources; putting together a simple 90-day marketing plan.


Quick win: Identifying the one form of marketing which is most likely to win you new business.


Date: 27th March

Time: 8am - 10am


About the trainer



David Taylor has over 30 years’ experience in online marketing, communications and business support.


With experience across journalism, media relations, marketing, digital strategy and business consultancy, David Taylor specialises in guiding organisations through today’s fast-changing business and communications landscape.


His broad, cross-sector background - from early days as a newspaper journalist to advising SMEs on digital transformation - gives him a unique, practical perspective that resonates with leaders and teams alike.


David has co-authored books on digital marketing, delivered national and international talks on digital change, and appeared regularly on BBC TV and radio as a commentator on the evolving digital world.


His business support methods have been used by enterprise organisations across the South and East of England to help hundreds of SMEs build stronger digital skills and more resilient businesses.


Venue and transport arrangements


The workshop will be held inside The Bull Inn, 27 High St, Battle TN33 0EA

Book this Workshop Today!

A short, practical workshop designed to help local businesses understand how to attract more customers online.

About This Programme

This East Sussex Digital Growth Series is part of the county’s business growth and digital skills initiative, funded through the East Sussex Growth Hub and the UK Government.

It’s designed to give local SMEs the tools and confidence to compete and grow in an increasingly digital marketplace.

About Portobello Business Centre

Portobello Business Centre has been helping entrepreneurs and small businesses succeed for over 30 years. Our trainers are experienced business advisers and digital specialists who deliver hands-on, jargon-free learning.

Our workshops combine practical advice, real-world examples, and simple steps you can take immediately to strengthen your business online.

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