Growth with Purpose - Joining the Dots
Part of the Business Growth Studio
Your business doesn't grow through a series of disconnected decisions. It grows when strategy, people, innovation, technology, sustainability and global ambition all pull in the same direction.
This practical Business Growth Studio workshop is designed to help you join the dots across the six pillars of business growth. You'll step back from day-to-day demands, assess your business as a whole, and build a framework for making more confident, consistent decisions.
Often, the what, why and how of a business exists in the minds of one or two people, especially in SMEs. Many organisations talk about annual or six-monthly strategic reviews, but these can feel like starting from scratch each time. This workshop will introduce a consistent approach that helps you assess the same core elements of your business and make more informed decisions over time.
Whether you've attended previous Business Growth Studio sessions, are planning significant change, or simply want a clearer way to think about growth, this workshop will help you identify what's working, where the gaps are, and where to focus next.
Participants will leave with a practical framework for understanding their business as a whole and shaping its future direction. Together, we'll explore the language, capabilities and priorities that define your organisation, helping you connect the different parts of your business and align them around your goals. By the end of the session, you'll have a clearer view of your strengths, the opportunities ahead, and the changes that will have the greatest impact on future growth.
Don't leave the future of your business to chance. Build it with purpose.
3-5 Takeaways
Every decision made changes your business
Focus on the difference between where you are and where you want to be
Own the things you’re good at, get advice for the areas where you may need more support
Closing Message
Don’t change your business by accident – change it with purpose
What we'll cover:
- Your business language and why it’s important
- What in your business is important to you
- What you do and different ways to think about it
- How you can assess your business – honestly
- Where do you need to focus
- How to work out if what you’re hearing will help you
Who should attend?
- Micro business & SME owners and directors
- Business development and operations managers
- Entrepreneurs and start-up founders
- Leaders seeking to future-proof their business
Agenda
- 9:00am – Registration, Refreshments & Networking
- 9:15am – Welcome from the Chamber
- 9:20am – Workshop delivery
- 10:50am – Closing comments from the Chamber
- 11:00am - Event Close
Speaker
Dr Mike Brownsword
Venue
📍GBCC, 7th Floor West Wing, 54 Hagley Road, Birmingham, B16 8PE
Why this matters!
This workshop event is part of the Business Growth Studio, a new GBCC programme designed to equip Greater Birmingham SMEs with the essential tools, knowledge, and connections to grow confidently in today’s economy. Through digital resources, expert insights, practical workshops, peer support, learning & sharing, and networking opportunities, the Business Growth Studio supports SMEs through the different stages of their journey.
