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East Lothian Council News

7th March 2025

Accelerate Your Sales and Drive Business Growth with Expert Help! 

The East Lothian Council’s Economic Development team is pleased to offer the Expert Help pilot programme: Accelerating Sales, Building Prosperity™, delivered by Aileen Boyle of Fortro Ltd.

This programme equips businesses with the sales strategies and tools needed to boost sales, enhance client engagement, and secure long-term growth. 

Choose from two tailored programmes: 

• Sales Accelerator Programme: For established businesses looking to implement structured sales systems. Includes workshops and one-to-one coaching. 

• Sales Mastery Programme: For early-stage businesses needing a focused sales boost. Includes intensive training and tools to improve client conversion within 30 days. 

Both programmes provide tailored support to help businesses thrive. 

Limited spaces available – don’t miss out on the opportunity to take your sales to the next level! 

For more information, contact the team at bgateway@eastlothian.gov.uk. 

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Support local and claim a £10 Digital East Lothian Gift Card.  

Be among the first 60 customers to: 

Shop at any participating East Lothian Gift Card business. 

Capture a photo of your receipt. 

Share your experience by emailing the receipt and a brief testimonial to economicdevelopment@eastlothian.gov.uk with 'GIFT CARD' in the subject line. 

In return, you'll receive a £10 digital East Lothian Gift Card! 

Full details at www.eastlothian.gov.uk/spendlocal 

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Turn Your Passion for Childcare into a Career!

Ever thought about becoming a childminder and being your own boss?

Business Gateway East Lothian is here to help!

• Support to set up as self-employed
• Access to free business workshops
• Apply for a grant of up to £500
• Guidance through the application process

Childminding is a rewarding and flexible career where you can inspire young minds while running your own business from home. Work full-time or part-time, you’re in control!

Get in touch at bgateway@eastlothian.gov.uk or call 01620 827870