Young Biz Ireland

02/08/2013

The 6 stages of social media transformation for business.
http://bit.ly/15z8L4S

Social media is becoming a lot like email for business;…

02/08/2013

Social media tips for small businesses.
http://www.getbusymedia.com/5-social-media-donts-for-small-businesses/

Social media is an amazingly powerful way to connect with potential customers, but like all platforms, there are pitfalls that you, as a small business owner, should avoid. Professional blogger Jesse Aaron takes us through the 5 social media DONT'S for small businesses.

29/07/2013

Just an idea!!

29/07/2013

If you have an idea for job creation why not enter this competition to win a €15,000 research grant!
http://patdeering.ie/2011/06/03/carlow-t-d-pat-deering-encourages-local-young-entrepreneurs/

JobsPlus, €175million Seed and Venture Capital Scheme and Local Enterprise Offices among measures delivered during [...]

29/07/2013

I would recommend all you young people aged between 15-25 to look at the Gaisce website and consider what you could to to achieve an award. It is a great way to achieve and push for a goal and for self-development.
http://www.gaisce.ie/default.aspx

President's award is Ireland's national challege. It involves 4 challanges for personal skills, community, venture and physical for bronze, silver or gold awards.

26/07/2013

Something we should all remember.

Some more Friday wisdom.

26/07/2013

Carlow is making waves.

We took part in a photo shoot yesterday as we're going to be teaching social media at the Ploughing Championships this year. We're in the Irish Examiner today with a great pic of Amanda and I, Kieran Comerford of Carlow Enterprise Board, and our partners for the event, Farmers Feed Families
Yay, Lorna

26/07/2013

Can pop-up shops help Tullow St pull back consumers, we hope so.

Growth of the pop-up shop could help revive the Carlow’s streets

Is the Pop Up shop going to become a long-term feature on the streets of every rural town in Ireland? Minister Hogan today helped launch the Carlow Pop Scheme for Carlow Town.

Pop-ups, or flash retailing, as they are known, are temporary retail outlets that allow retailers to sell their items in a prime retail space at much lower costs and with significantly reduced terms.

The Carlow scheme was designed by Carlow County Enterprise Board & Carlow Town Council and “allows potential shop keepers to test an idea in a suitable vacant premises in Carlow Town in a formalized support environment explained” said Tom Barry , Chairperson of Carlow County Enterprise Board & County Manger of Carlow Local Authorities. At the launch Barry commented that “we have married together the supports provided by the Enterprise Board and the Business Support Unit to provide a one stop solution for potential retailers dealing with issues such as rates, planning, business advice and finance”

The scheme was designed after a number of successful pilots and a public consultation and has been endorsed by Carlow Chamber of Commerce.

Speaking about the programme Minister Hogan said “Vacant properties are an issue in many rural towns in Ireland and schemes like this give an opportunity to suitable individuals to establish a retail enterprise in our streets, This is not only good news for small businesses wanting to get a foothold on the market and begin selling their products to their target customers but it is also vital in helping keep the high streets from becoming ghost town”.

Carlow has recently been selected as a pilot town for the Retail Excellence Ireland Town Programme. Speaking about the programme, Eileen Brophy, Cathaoirleach of Carlow Town Council said “Maintaining the streets of Carlow as a destination of choice for the shopper is key to keeping our towns and cities alive. Pop-up shops offer a sense of variety and give a different type of dynamic. Shoppers are treated to new retailers offering unique goods that would normally bypass high street retail.

24/07/2013

Would love to see some of my young entrepreneurs out in Duckett's Grove tonight for the Business Picnic.

24/07/2013

Creativity at its best, we need more people like Stacey, come on you young entrepreneurs.

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24/07/2013

Inspiring interview with Ronan & Conor of 'Donegal Pens' who show that age is no barrier to setting up a business.
http://www.myirelandbox.com/our-interview-with-the-young-donegal-entrepreneurs/

Last month we included this beautifully made and exquisite bog oak pen in your MyIrelandBox. I think that when you write with your Donegal Pen, you feel as though you are holding something really special and unique. You are reminded that the bog oak is

01/05/2013

Great way to get ideas and see the art of selling
if your considering setting up a summer company come along to Ducketts Grove this Sunday .Wonderfull range of small businesses selling their wares but more importantly for any one with a desire to set up a business this is a hot spot of information ,stall holders are extremely generous at sharing their knowledge .Hope to see loads of youngbiz teenagers on the day