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SUMMARY:Mental Health in the Workplace - Mental Health First Aid Training (Day 1)
DESCRIPTION:2 Day course – Day 1 Tuesday 5 February  Day to Tuesday 12 February 2019 \nNo doubt\, you’re already thinking about how you can create a mentally healthy workplace. \nAcross all workplaces\, an average of 20% of employees may be experiencing mental health problems which can have a significant impact on the culture\, working environment\, and productivity of the workplace. \nYou are not alone; more and more workplaces are realising the impact of mental health problems at work on their people and productivity. \nEncouraging early help-seeking is one way to promote a mentally healthy workplace. This is where Mental Health First Aid can help. \nMental Health First Aid is an evidence-based training course which gives your employees the skills and confidence to have supportive conversations with their co-workers and help guide them to professional help if needed. It has been shown to increase knowledge\, confidence and helping behaviours\, and reduce stigma. \n\n\n\nCourse participants learn about :\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSigns and symptoms of the common and disabling mental health problems\nHow to provide initial help\, where and how to get professional help\nWhat sort of help has been shown by research to be effective\nHow to provide first aid in a crisis situation.\n\nWho should attend this course? \n\nPeople Managers\nBusiness Owners\nHR andOHS professionals\nBusinesses looking to have a ‘go to’ person/s for staff\nAny interested person over 18 years old\nPlease note this course is not a therapy or support group rather an education program to learn how to give mental health first aid to others.\n\nWhat the Course Covers \nDeveloping mental health problems covered are: \n\nDepression\nAnxiety problems\nPsychosis\nSubstance use problems.\n\nMental health crisis situations coveredare: \n\nSuicidal thoughts and behaviours\nNon-suicidal self-injury (sometimes called deliberate self-harm)\nPanic attacks\nTraumatic events\nSevere effects of drug or alcohol use\nSevere psychotic states\nAggressive behaviours.\n\nCourse participants receive a copy of the Standard MHFA Manual to keep and a Certificate of Completion.
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/mental-health-in-the-workplace-mental-health-first-aid-training-day-1/
LOCATION:Century Inn – Traralgon\, 5 Airfield Road\, Traralgon\, VIC\, 3844\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Talking Mental Health":MAILTO:ann@talkingmentalhealth.com.au
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SUMMARY:Small Business Mentoring (Lang Lang)
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re planning\, starting or growing your business\, the Victorian Government’s Small Business Bus can help you to develop your business ideas and capabilities. \nOperated by Small Business Victoria\, the Small Business Bus visits Regional Victoria as a ‘travelling office on wheels’\, offering friendly; professional assistance and expert advice from an experienced business mentor from the Small Business Mentoring Service. \nFind more details about eligibility criteria and how a mentor can help you on the Small Business Bus program page. \nBook your place here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/small-business-mentoring-lang-lang/
LOCATION:Rotary Carpark Opposite IGA\, Station St\, Lang Lang\, Victoria\, 3984\, Australia
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SUMMARY:6 Steps to Business Success (Morwell)
DESCRIPTION:Prepare to get your bright idea off the ground\, step by step\, at this essential planning workshop packed with vital start-up tips\, tools and expert guidance that will prepare you to give your business the best chance of success. Come to grips with everything you need to know before you get started and walk away prepared with a clear vision of the next steps needed to turn your idea into business reality \nThis workshop goes over 6 sessions: \n14 Feb 2019 – (5.30 – 9.00pm).  Starting Your Business  \n21 Feb 2019 – (5.30 – 7.30pm).  Effective Time Management \n28 Feb 2019 – (5.30 – 7.30pm).  Finance Fundamentals  \n7 March 2019 – (5.30 – 7.30pm).  Marketing Your Business \n14 March 2019 – (5.30 – 7.30pm).  Taking Your Business Online \n21 March 2019 – (5.30 – 7.30pm).  Business Planning Essentials \nFor more information contact Terri Plozza\, Economic Development Officer via Terri.Plozza@latrobe.vic.gov.au or 5128 5460. \nBook your place here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/starting-your-own-business-how-to-turn-an-idea-into-a-business-morwell/
LOCATION:Latrobe City Council Headquarters\, 141 Commercial Rd\, Morwell\, Victoria\, Australia
ORGANIZER;CN="Latrobe City Council":MAILTO:terri.plozza@latrobe.vic.gov.au
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SUMMARY:Finance Fundamentals - How to keep cash flowing (Sale)
DESCRIPTION:Even a profitable business can have issues with cash flow. In fact\, running out of money is a sure way for a profitable business to fail. Don’t let that happen to you! \nLearn to identify what’s driving your own cash flow and what you can do to keep cash pumping into the parts of your business that need it most. \nGet on top of the fundamentals\, including the difference between profit and cash\, the role of marketing and how the working capital cycle can impact your business. \nLearn how to manage stock\, suppliers and debtors and how to prepare a cash flow forecast so you can avoid a crisis before it hits. \nDelivered by a small business financial expert and packed with practical tips and techniques you can apply straight away\, this workshop includes a free one-on-one mentoring session to make sure you get it right. \nEnsure the life blood of your business never stops pumping at this essential Small Business Victoria workshop\, one of many that have helped businesses in Victoria get started for more than 10 years. \nLearn how to: \n• Tell the difference between profit and cash\n• Understand the working capital cycle\n• Improve customer collections\n• Manage stock\n• Manage suppliers\n• Manage debtors\n• Avoid a cash flow crisis\n• Prepare a cash flow forecast\n• Access tools\, templates\, support and resources in future. \nPlaces are limited.  Book Tickets Here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/finance-fundamentals-how-to-keep-cash-flowing/
LOCATION:Port of Sale\, Canal Rd\, Sale\, Victoria\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Starting Your Own Business Workshop (Sale)
DESCRIPTION:How to turn an idea into a business \nThere are no guarantees in business\, but often it’s what you do before you get started that will ensure those vital first steps are on the right path for the best chance of success. \nSo\, take the guesswork out of your next steps and get ready and fully prepared to get your business off to the right start at this practical three and a half-hour workshop led by an experienced small business operator with real-life know-how and lots of insight to share. \nFind out how to plan\, prepare and test your business idea\, step by step\, in a small group setting that will equip you to make informed decisions about what you need to do next to minimise the risks and make the most of the opportunities that lie ahead. \nCome away armed with practical tools and templates\, expert tips and advice\, and a head start on where to access the right support in future. \nIncludes a free follow-up one-on-one mentoring session with an experienced small business mentor who will tailor advice and information for your individual circumstances. \nGet ready to take your business from idea to reality and onwards to success at this essential Small Business Victoria workshop\, one of many that have helped businesses get started in Victoria for more than 10 years. \nLearn how to: \n• Test your idea\, product or service\n• Assess your business readiness and next steps to fill any gaps\n• Analyse your market\n• Decide the business structure that’s right for you\n• Understand and manage your business risks and opportunities\n• Prepare a business plan\n• Complete all the steps to register and set up your business\n• Access ongoing advice and support to help your business grow\n• Receive a free one-on-one mentoring session with an experienced small business mentor \nBook Tickets Here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/starting-your-own-business-workshop/
LOCATION:Port of Sale\, Canal Rd\, Sale\, Victoria\, Australia
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SUMMARY:Starting Your Business: How to Turn an Idea into a Business (Sale)
DESCRIPTION:There are no guarantees in business\, but often it’s what you do before you get started that will ensure those vital first steps are on the right path for the best chance of success. \nSo\, take the guesswork out of your next steps and get ready and fully prepared to get your business off to the right start at this practical three and a half-hour workshop led by an experienced small business operator with real-life know-how and lots of insight to share. \nFind out how to plan\, prepare and test your business idea\, step by step\, in a small group setting that will equip you to make informed decisions about what you need to do next to minimise the risks and make the most of the opportunities that lie ahead. \nCome away armed with practical tools and templates\, expert tips and advice\, and a head start on where to access the right support in future. \nIncludes a free follow-up one-on-one mentoring session with an experienced small business mentor who will tailor advice and information for your individual circumstances. \nGet ready to take your business from idea to reality and onwards to success at this essential Small Business Victoria workshop\, one of many that have helped businesses get started in Victoria for more than 10 years. \nLearn how to:\n• Test your idea\, product or service\n• Assess your business readiness and next steps to fill any gaps\n• Analyse your market\n• Decide the business structure that’s right for you\n• Understand and manage your business risks and opportunities\n• Prepare a business plan\n• Complete all the steps to register and set up your business\n• Access ongoing advice and support to help your business grow\n• Receive a free one-on-one mentoring session with an experienced small business mentor. \nBook your place here
URL:https://ruralfinancialcounselling.org.au/event/3232/
LOCATION:Port of Sale\, Canal Rd\, Sale\, Victoria\, Australia
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