CIPR Midlands

Freelancers! Finding it hard to get that perfect work life balance? Don’t miss your last choice to join our FREE online session this week ⏰ Balancing the demands of running your own business with other commitments is a challenge, especially in the always-on world of comms and PR. Join us and explore the Wheel of Life! In this practical session, Katherine Stedman, founder of Nelson Parker Communications and CIPR Midlands OpenMIC lead, will demonstrate how using the wheel can help you to create balance in the areas that are important to you. During the session you'll develop three personal actions to take away. Thursday 24 October, 1-2pm, online https://lnkd.in/ebNMigSr

Freelancers! Finding it hard to get that perfect work life balance? Balancing the demands of running your own business with other commitments is a challenge, especially in the always-on world of comms and PR. Join us and explore the Wheel of Life! In this practical session, Katherine Stedman, founder of Nelson Parker Communications and CIPR Midlands OpenMIC lead, will demonstrate how using the wheel can help you to create balance in the areas that are important to you. During the session you'll develop three personal actions to take away. Thursday 24 October, 1-2pm, online

📢 SMART business planning for independent practitioners As a freelancer, the unpredictable nature of workflow can make long-term planning difficult. But having a solid business plan is key to shaping your future and making decisions that align with your personal and professional goals.   Join @Rachel Roberts, Founder of spottydog communications and Co-CEO of Leopard Co, for an essential online session on SMART business planning specifically designed for independent practitioners.   💡 In this session, you'll discover: - How to define your overarching goals and the actions needed to drive your business forward - The importance of focusing on key numbers that fuel your business plan - Insights from Rachel's own experience navigating the early days of freelancing and building her successful agency   Gain practical advice and inspiration to create a business plan that empowers you to succeed! Thursday 24 October, 1-2pm online £FREE!   Reserve your place now: https://lnkd.in/eYvAgkkt

We're looking forward to welcoming attendees to our PRogression conference on Wednesday! You'll hear from our fabulous speakers on a range of topics, including: ⭐ Confidence and Self-Talk with Rebecca Mander FInstLM ⭐ The power of PR on radio and TV with Ashleigh Carroll and Dan Tredler ⭐ Demystifying data with Mike Grocott ⭐ Navigating the career jungle with Claire S. ⭐ Presenting with Impact with Royal Academy of Dramatic Art See you there! 👋

Last shout out to join us at our Midlands Group AGM! Wednesday 9 Oct, 6pm, Flight Club, Temple Street, Birmingham Come along and find out more about a role on the committee and how it can boost your career and your professional network. No matter your comms background, career stage or specialism, there could be something to suit you. Of course, it's not all work, work, work 😉 The AGM will be followed by a few games of darts and a chance to get to know some local CIPR members. #TBT to last year's Midlands PRide awards, organised by volunteers on the Midlands Group.

Just one week until our PRogression conference for early and mid-career comms pros ⏰ Ticket sales close on Friday so don’t delay! https://lnkd.in/e6beiXcR

📢 CIPR Midlands Group AGM Wed 9 October, 6pm, Flight Club, Temple Street, Birmingham Ahead of the AGM, there will be time to socialise and have some refreshments before we look at committee achievements this year (including our 200-attendee annual conference in #Birmingham), ideas and plans for 2025, and elect next year’s Midlands Group #volunteers. Come along and find out more. Our volunteers come from agency, in-house and freelance, across all career levels and comms specialisms. We may have a role that's perfect for you, with as little time-commitment as a couple of hours a month 🤩 🎯 We’ll follow our meeting with a few games of darts. 5 CPD points for CIPR members attending the AGM. Image: R2 MEDIA

Just a couple of weeks left until our PRogression half day conference for early and mid-career #PR and #Comms professionals. Wednesday 9 October, 11.45am to 5.30pm, #Birmingham. 🤩 At just £50 + VAT for #CIPR members (£60 non-members) and a special student rate of £20, with lunch and all refreshments included, this is a fantastic opportunity to boost your professional development 🚀. Hear from our fabulous speakers on a range of topics, including: ⭐ Confidence and Self-Talk with Rebecca Mander FInstLM ⭐ The power of PR on radio and TV with Ashleigh Carroll and Dan Tredler ⭐ Demystifying data with Mike Grocott ⭐ Navigating the career jungle with Claire S. ⭐ Presenting with Impact with Royal Academy of Dramatic Art Book now! https://lnkd.in/e6beiXcR Broadcast Revolution | GuruYou®️| Intercog Limited | next level - marketing, creative, PR & digital recruitment

⏰ Reminder: Just 2 Days Left to Join Jo Mathers’ Online Session! Thinking about collaborating with an agency while staying freelance? In the first CIPR Midlands OpenMIC session after the summer break, Jo will show you how this approach can provide flexibility, global connections, and high-quality projects. Reserve your spot now! Thursday 26 September, 1-2pm, online https://lnkd.in/etMPHNS2