Training

This session will be delivered by Huw Sayer, Business Writers Ltd.   Do you find business writing a challenge? Are you struggling to pick the right words for your ideas? Would you like your copy to be more engaging and persuasive? Then this workshop is for you.

Aims:

Our aim is to show you how to make your words work harder. This isn’t a grammar or spelling lesson – or an SEO class. Instead, we’ll focus on your audiences, how to write for them and what to say.

Learning Objectives

• How to write so your audience will read and understand.
• How to build your brand’s credibility and authority.
• How to generate ideas and develop an authentic writing style.

Who should attend:

You should attend this session if you have to write brochures, press releases, newsletters, articles and blogs. It will also help you manage external writers. You’ll also get a FREE copy of the Business Writer’s guide: ‘Discover the 19 secrets of successful business writing.’ 

About your trainer:

Huw is a director and co-owner of Business Writers Ltd, a communications consultancy with clients in the UK and Europe. He has spent over 25 years in marketing and corporate communications. He uses this experience to help clients create engaging conversations with buyers, suppliers, employees and investors. 

“Very informative and engaging workshop”

Summary:  

We have all heard talk of having the right mindset, so it must be easy, right??

What if you were able to understand why you think the way you do? And how great would it be if you knew you could change that easily and effortlessly to get you the results you want?

Aims:

To gain a greater understanding of why we behave the way we do and who we can’t disrupt unhelpful patterns and develop positive strategies for success.

Learning Objectives

To get out of your own way!

Who should attend:

Business owners, Leaders, Jet fighter pilots

Bio about the trainer:

Solace Coaching was founded in 2015 by Paul Ward, a personal development coach with experience working with a variety of clients both in business and on a personal basis. Paul has an extensive background in management, both in-role and on an advisory basis.

Paul has been able to take this experience and combine it with his training to develop unique solutions to common problems faced by business owners and managers. Paul focuses on people within the business, helping them to overcome barriers that stand in the way of their own personal development, and the development of their business. Through the use of NLP and Motivational Maps®, Solace Coaching is able to develop a complete understanding of any hurdle, and work honestly with individuals and businesses to overcome these issues. Often, those within the business can be afraid to speak truth to power which can be highly detrimental. Not with Solace Coaching. We’ll provide reliable, non-biased reports which show exactly where you can improve to achieve that which you want to achieve.

Do you know the difference between the types of agent and distributor and their roles? Knowing the differences and where each one may be appropriate is essential for avoiding potential costs of getting it wrong.

This half day course covers the vital area of agency and distribution. It examines the differences, EU legislation, and finding, appointing and motivating you partners and highlights the pitfalls and costs.

Aims • To have an understanding of the difference between agents and distributors and their roles • Know what EU laws have to be considered when appointing agents • Know what to consider when appointing an agent or distributor • Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each • Understand the legal implications of appointing agents and distributors

This course also covers: how to find agents or distributors, sources of help, changing an agent or distributor, sample agreements, memorandum of understanding and how to minimise legal costs.

Who Should Attend? This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process such as; accounts, purchasing / buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff and many more.

Testimonials “This course has given me a greater understanding on how agents and distributors work and the contracts and stages involved with finding one suitable.”

“A greater understanding and more confidence when dealing with agents and distributors.”

Cancellation Policy 15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.

One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).  Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate.  Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.

Do you want to save time and money when producing your export documentation? Creating documents online with e-zCert is the way forward.

This half day workshop will show you how to apply for your documents online taking you through every step of the application. We will also show you tips and tricks to save you time and money.

Aims: • To be able to create your export documentation online with ease • Know what supporting evidence is required and acceptable • Learn how to store data for future applications • Know how to apply for EC and Arab Certificates of Origin, EUR1s, ATRs, Uploaded Documents and ATA Carnets

Who Should Attend? This course is suitable for anyone responsible for the raising or issuing of export related documents.

Testimonials “This workshop gave me a better understanding of e-zCert and why different documents might be required.”

“e-zCert is definitely an easier way to complete and create your export documentation.”

Cancellation Policy 15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.

One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).  Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate.  Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.

PLEASE BE ADVISED CHROME HAS RECENTLY UPDATED THEIR COOKIE SETTINGS, IF YOU ARE BOOKING THROUGH CHROME PLEASE REMOVE ALL COOKIES OR ALTERNATIVELY CALL US ON 01603 625977 AND WE CAN BOOK YOU IN DIRECTLY

Do you know which documents are necessary for an international shipment? Documents are there to help get the goods into the destination country quickly and efficiently. They also offer benefits to both the exporter and their overseas customer.

This full day course looks at export documentation and explains why they might be required, what content is required and the benefits they offer.

Aims • Understand which documents are necessary for an international shipment • Know the key pieces of information required for each document • Understand the importance of preferential trade agreements • Know how to complete the documents • Understand the rules of origin • Know the difference between shipping documents and what they are used for • Identify sources of information with regards to these documents

Who should attend? This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process and who are involved with the preparation of documents such as; accounts, purchasing / buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, marketing, customer services, goods inward staff and many more.

Testimonials “Norfolk Chamber always makes us feel very welcome. The course was as good as always and I now have more knowledge on the industry and export documentation.”

“The content of the course was very goods. I got clarification of the documentation required and how they are used at different stages of an export.”

“Very good course, would recommend.”

Cancellation Policy 15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.

One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).  Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate.  Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.

PLEASE BE ADVISED CHROME HAS RECENTLY UPDATED THEIR COOKIE SETTINGS, IF YOU ARE BOOKING THROUGH CHROME PLEASE REMOVE ALL COOKIES OR ALTERNATIVELY CALL US ON 01603 625977 AND WE CAN BOOK YOU IN DIRECTLY

Do you know the difference between the types of agent and distributor and their roles? Knowing the differences and where each one may be appropriate is essential for avoiding potential costs of getting it wrong.

This half day course covers the vital area of agency and distribution. It examines the differences, EU legislation, and finding, appointing and motivating you partners and highlights the pitfalls and costs.

Aims • To have an understanding of the difference between agents and distributors and their roles • Know what EU laws have to be considered when appointing agents • Know what to consider when appointing an agent or distributor • Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each • Understand the legal implications of appointing agents and distributors

This course also covers: how to find agents or distributors, sources of help, changing an agent or distributor, sample agreements, memorandum of understanding and how to minimise legal costs.

Who Should Attend? This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process such as; accounts, purchasing / buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff and many more.

Testimonials “This course has given me a greater understanding on how agents and distributors work and the contracts and stages involved with finding one suitable.”

“A greater understanding and more confidence when dealing with agents and distributors.”

Cancellation Policy 15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.

One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).  Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate.  Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.

Do you know what an Incoterm is and which one you should use for your export? Used in sales contracts worldwide, Incoterms define the risks and responsibilities of a buyer and seller in an international sales contract.

A new version of Incoterms has been published in September 2019 for implementation in January 2020 and we have arranged for an update course to make the latest information available.  The Incoterms® Rules are an essential business tool for international trade because they define the risk and cost responsibilities of each party when arranging loading/unloading of the goods, delivery, import export clearance and freight contracts.  They may be used in contract negotiations, as a checklist for buyers and sellers and as a framework for international and domestic sales contracts.

What does it cover?

• Introduction to Incoterms – what they are? what do they do?
• The purpose of Incoterms
• Incoterms® 2020
• The structure and layout
• The importance of understanding when delivery takes place and how that impacts on the transfer of risk between seller and buyer
• Practical issues around Incoterms® – the pros and cons
• Negotiating Incoterms

Who Should Attend?
Anyone who is involved in International Trade such as: accounts, purchasing/buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff to name a few.

This full day course looks at the Incoterms® Rules will consider the general features of the rules and will examine each one. The principal differences between old and new rules and changing obligations of the parties will be highlighted.

Testimonials
“Very good course. The speaker was well informed and helpful.”

“Well explained course. All my questions were answered. ”

“Very informative. I even purchased a copy of the Incoterms book from the Chamber!”

Cancellation Policy
15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.

One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).  Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate.  Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to export@norfolkchambers.co.uk or call 01603 729707

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There are many challenges that businesses face understanding commodity codes and ensuring you are using the correct commodity codes for your products is vitally important.

Commodity codes classify your goods so that export/import declarations can be completed. They are used to check if there’s duty or VAT to pay and find out about duty reliefs.

As the UK approaches the end of the transition period it is crucial that businesses are doing all they can to prepare for the future and commodity codes are a starting point.

The aims of the Trade Commodity Course is as follows :-

• To understand the purpose of Trade Commodity Codes
• Understand how the codes are made up and structured – what it all means
• How a Trade Commodity Code is built
• To help individuals find the appropriate Trade Commodity Codes
• Provide ideas of ways to find the right Commodity Codes
• Provide guidance as to how to find the appropriate code for goods that are hard to classify
• Help delegates awareness of things they should consider in relation to deciding on a Trade Commodity Code

Who should attend? 

This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process such as accounts, sales, purchasing /buyers; staff responsible for the preparation of customs and other international documentation ‘ freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff etc.

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To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to export@norfolkchambers.co.uk or call 01603 729707

Do you know the difference between the types of agent and distributor and their roles? Knowing the differences and where each one may be appropriate is essential for avoiding potential costs of getting it wrong.

This half day course covers the vital area of agency and distribution. It examines the differences, EU legislation, and finding, appointing and motivating you partners and highlights the pitfalls and costs.

Aims
• To have an understanding of the difference between agents and distributors and their roles
• Know what EU laws have to be considered when appointing agents
• Know what to consider when appointing an agent or distributor
• Understand the advantages and disadvantages of each
• Understand the legal implications of appointing agents and distributors

This course also covers: how to find agents or distributors, sources of help, changing an agent or distributor, sample agreements, memorandum of understanding and how to minimise legal costs.

Who Should Attend?
This course is suitable for anyone involved in the export or import process such as; accounts, purchasing / buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff and many more.

Testimonials
“This course has given me a greater understanding on how agents and distributors work and the contracts and stages involved with finding one suitable.”

“A greater understanding and more confidence when dealing with agents and distributors.”

Cancellation Policy
15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.

One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).  Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate.  Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to export@norfolkchambers.co.uk or call 01603 729707

Photo credit: Chamber Canva Pro

Do you know what an Incoterm is and which one you should use for your export? Used in sales contracts worldwide, Incoterms define the risks and responsibilities of a buyer and seller in an international sales contract.

A new version of Incoterms has been published in September 2019 for implementation in January 2020 and we have arranged for an update course to make the latest information available.  The Incoterms® Rules are an essential business tool for international trade because they define the risk and cost responsibilities of each party when arranging loading/unloading of the goods, delivery, import export clearance and freight contracts.  They may be used in contract negotiations, as a checklist for buyers and sellers and as a framework for international and domestic sales contracts.

What does it cover?

• Introduction to Incoterms – what they are? what do they do?
• The purpose of Incoterms
• Incoterms® 2020
• The structure and layout
• The importance of understanding when delivery takes place and how that impacts on the transfer of risk between seller and buyer
• Practical issues around Incoterms® – the pros and cons
• Negotiating Incoterms

Who Should Attend?
Anyone who is involved in International Trade such as: accounts, purchasing/buyers, freight forwarders, shipping, goods inward staff to name a few.

This full day course looks at the Incoterms® Rules will consider the general features of the rules and will examine each one. The principal differences between old and new rules and changing obligations of the parties will be highlighted.

Testimonials
“Very good course. The speaker was well informed and helpful.”

“Well explained course. All my questions were answered. ”

“Very informative. I even purchased a copy of the Incoterms book from the Chamber!”

Cancellation Policy
15% of fee payable if delegates cancel more than 7 days in advance. If less than 7 days the full fee is payable.

One of the ‘core 10’ courses accredited by British Chambers of Commerce (BCC).  Candidates achieving Pass or Merit in the course will receive a certificate.  Those who pass 6 individual courses will achieve a nationally recognised Foundation Award in International Trade.

To book onto this course please send an email with your requirements to export@norfolkchambers.co.uk or call 01603 729707

Photo credit: Chamber Canva Pro