This half day course aims to equip micro businesses and freelancers in the cultural sector with the skills needed to establish and maintain effective networks. You will explore existing networks such as the Cultural Voice Forum (and others across West Yorkshire), identifying how you can leverage these to create smaller, sustainable sub-networks that promote collaboration and growth within the creative community and personal development and practice.

Course Structure

Total Duration: 3 Hours

Format: Online Workshop with Interactive Elements

Tools Used: Zoom (for brainstorming and collaboration), Trello (for idea sharing)

Training Objectives

1. Understanding the value of networking in the cultural sector.

2. Learning the process of establishing and maintaining networks and sub-networks.

3. Developing skills to engage effectively with existing forums and groups.

4. Creating a sustainable networking action plan.