The JD Approach Newsletter
May 2009
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Website of The Month
The preview of Microsoft's next suite of Office products will be here in 33 days!
Useful Tip
Change the Default File Location in Excel 2007
Many users find that they tend to open workbooks from the same folder on their computer. If that Windows Vista folder isn't Documents (My Documents in Windows XP), you can change the folder that Microsoft Office Excel 2007 displays when you want to open or save a workbook. Here’s how:
1. Click the Office button.
2. Click Excel Options.
3. In the left column,
click Save.
4. Type the desired location in the Default file
location box.
Dates for Your Diary
Meet the Original Desperate Housewife - Alison Tinsley
Be inspired by Alison’s story of determination and drive to succeed as she charts a new course for women with a passion in the business world.
Aston Hall Hotel, Rotherham
Wednesday 10th June 09
11.15am, £15 for Chamber Members, £30 for Non-Members (price includes lunch)
Click here to book
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Dinnington Business Club
Networking breakfast event.
Middleton Hall, Dinnington
Thursday 25th June 2009
8.00am, £10
Click here for more details
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Forward Ladies IT Surgery
Free technology and computing advice from JD Approach consultants for women in business with any type of IT problem or question.
5 Star Computer Training
Monday 6th July
9.30am, FREE
Click here for more details
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The Neurocare Edale
4 Peaks Challenge.
This is a challenging 12 mile walk in the Peak National Park
Taking in the stunning views of Lose Hill, Mam Tor, Lords Seat, and Grindslow Knoll
So please do join us for this fabulous day.
The Peak District
Click here for more information
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Microsoft Step by Step Books Now Available
We are now able to offer the full range of self study books from Microsoft on all of the Office 2003 and 2007 certification products.
You can use these materials to prepare yourself for the MOS and MCAS exams without the cost of a classroom led course. Then when you feel you are ready to take the exam just purchase a voucher and contact us to arrange a suitable date and time.
These books will be available to order on our website soon and if you can't wait till then you can order over the phone - 0114 2544004 or email training@jdapproach.co.uk for more details.
5 Quick Tips for Marketing Your Business Online
- Promote your business through social networking sites such as Facebook, Linked in, Plaxo, MySpace etc..
- Give free advice and assistance through online discussion boards and forums - we have one of the best here in South Yorkshire - www.sheffieldforum.co.uk
- Get reciprocal links from other websites such as your customers, suppliers and partners. Sites that are relevant to yours, include the same keywords, have a high volume of visitors and rank higher than you on Google are the best ones for this. Links from irrelevant or unpopular sites may have a negative affect on your rankings.
- Provide updates, news or regular information through a newsletter or blog that your customers can subscribe to.
- Include links to your site on all electronic communications, including all of the above.
Women in Business - Leadership for the Future
Are you struggling to deal with the challenges your business is currently facing? How will you steer your organisation through economic downturn and find a path for future growth?
Sheffield Hallam University are looking for up to eight women SME business owners or managers who are willing to be challenged, stretched and moved outside their comfort zone to form a group of like-minded individuals working together on solving problems and issues in their businesses. We have created an innovative programme which aims to enable peer to peer learning and development, with a focus on strategic problem solving.
The programme will consists of four workshops run as small discussion groups, facilitated by an experienced member of staff from Sheffield Business School where discussions will focus on issues the participating individuals and their organisations face. Participants will share their ideas and experiences to find innovative solutions through their discussions.
What are the benefits?
- you can focus on strategic action planning to solve problems you are facing in your own business by using a group-based approach
- the group will provide an invaluable support network from women with similar responsibilities, successes and challenges that you are facing
- you should see tangible progress in your business and personal life
What is the time commitment?
The programme is made up of four sessions delivered over approximately four months, each session being of three hours duration. Sessions will take place at Sheffield Business School, Arundel Gate in Sheffield City Centre from 18.00 - 21.00. Food and refreshments will be provided.
The first session will take place on Monday 8 June 2009. Subsequent meeting dates will be agreed amongst the participants at the first session
What does it cost?
The normal fee for the programme is £399 per participant. However, Sheffield Business School at Sheffield Hallam University is an Academy Centre of the Northern Leadership Academy and has secured funding to allow us to offer 8 free places to individuals from separate non-competing SME businesses from the 'S' postcode region.
How do I take part?
If you are willing to be challenged and stretched and want to be part of a group of like-minded women working together to solve problems and issues within your business with total honesty, respect and understanding then this programme is for you.
To apply for one of these free places please download and complete the details form (Word 38KB) and return by e-mail to Lana House at l.a.house@shu.ac.uk by Friday 29th May 2009.
Scheduled Training Courses
(Only £180 per delegate)
JUNE
Tuesday 2nd - Microsoft Access Intermediate 2007
Thursday 4th - Microsoft Excel Advanced 2003
Tuesday 9th - Microsoft Outlook 2003
Monday 15th - Microsoft Excel Intermediate 2007
Wednesday 17th - Microsoft Word Beginners 2003.
Thursday 18th - Microsoft Excel Beginners 2003
Monday 22nd - Microsoft Word Intermediate 2007
Tuesday 23rd - Microsoft Publisher Basics 2003
Wednesday 24th - Sage ACT CRM
JULY
Thursday 2nd - Microsoft Project Basics 2003
Tuesday 7th - Sage Instant Accounting Basics
Wednesday 8th - Microsoft Visio Basics 2003
Thursday 9th - Microsoft Excel Intermediate 2003
Monday 13th - Microsoft Word Basics 2007
Tuesday 14th - Microsoft Word Intermediate 2003
Wednesday 15th -Microsoft Access Advanced 2003
Thursday 16th - Microsoft PowerPoint 2003
* Other courses and training options are available on request.