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Posted on 4 Jun 2012

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The Greater Shepparton Business Centre is hosting a highly informative workshop, “Your Business Online”.

Greater Shepparton City Council's Small Business Development Officer Peter Barclay encourages anyone wanting to increase and improve their business's online presence to book early.

"Increasingly the marketing of your own business can be greatly enhanced by making the most of the internet. It is important for a business to take control of the internet, and use social media effectively in order to increase their market exposure," Mr Barclay said.

The workshop provides the background on how to establish your website action plan including a site map template. Attendees will be shown how to maximise their use of search engines and improve their business's page rank.

"It is ideal for the business owner wanting to increase their online presence. They will learn more about how to increase traffic to their website, using social media, the art of blogging (and why they should use it), and other strategies to market their business online," Mr Barclay said.

People completing the workshop will gain an understanding of the key success factors involved in online marketing of their business, and how to access information and assistance.

You will also receive an interactive workbook packed with useful tips, links and strategies to assist you become more proficient with utilising the internet for the greater benefit of your business.

This workshop is also a great opportunity to network with like minded people and to learn off one another.

A voucher to attend a free session with an experienced business mentor is also included for attending this event.

The workshop is being held on Wednesday 20 June 2012 from 6.00pm-9.30pm at the Greater Shepparton Business Centre, 70 New Dookie Road, Shepparton.

To book your place in the Your Business Online workshop please call Jo on (03) 5832 1100. The course costs $30 and bookings are essential.

- Released 4 June 2012