BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Regional Business HQ - ECPv6.17.4//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Regional Business HQ X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.businesshq.org.au X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Regional Business HQ REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:Australia/Brisbane BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+1000 TZOFFSETTO:+1000 TZNAME:AEST DTSTART:20250101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260916T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260916T133000 DTSTAMP:20260914T234015Z CREATED:20260903T053338Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260914T234015Z UID:10001020-1789560000-1789565400@www.businesshq.org.au SUMMARY:Workshop: Write Your GCBF Grant Application DESCRIPTION:Get your Gambling Community Benefit Fund application ready to submit.\nThe Gambling Community Benefit Fund provides one-off grants of up to $35\,000 to eligible Queensland not-for-profit community groups for projects that benefit their communities. \nThis practical workshop is designed to help you work through your application and present your project clearly and effectively. \nIn this practical session\, we’ll cover:\n\nWhat the GCBF is looking for\nChecking your organisation and project eligibility\nChoosing a project that fits the funding guidelines\nClearly explaining your project and community need\nWriting your responses within the application limits\nWorking out what you are asking the GCBF to fund\nPreparing a realistic project budget\nGetting the quotes and supporting documents you need\nDemonstrating the benefit to your community\nCommon mistakes that can weaken an application\nFinal checks before submitting\n\nBring your project idea\nThis is a hands-on session. Come along with an idea for what you would like to fund through the GCBF. \nHave on hand any information you already have\, including: \n\nProject ideas or plans\nQuotes\nEstimated costs\nPrevious grant information\nSupporting documents\n\nYou’ll leave with a clearer understanding of what you need to include in your GCBF application and how to structure your responses. \nPlease note: This workshop focuses specifically on the Gambling Community Benefit Fund and Round 127. It is not a general grant-writing workshop and does not guarantee funding. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Event waitlist\nInterested in this workshop but unable to attend? \nJoin our waitlist and we’ll let you know when the workshop runs again. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://www.businesshq.org.au/event/workshop-write-your-gcbf-grant-application/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Grants,Training,Webinar,Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.businesshq.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260917T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260917T120000 DTSTAMP:20260915T230401Z CREATED:20260729T000120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260915T230401Z UID:10001015-1789642800-1789646400@www.businesshq.org.au SUMMARY:Workshop: A Practical Approach to Workplace Conflict DESCRIPTION:Conflict is a normal part of business\, but it doesn’t have to damage relationships or productivity. The key is addressing issues early and confidently. \nThis session provides practical strategies for recognising\, managing and resolving workplace conflict while creating a more positive and respectful workplace. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhy workplace conflict occurs\nTechniques for resolving issues constructively\nCommunication skills that reduce tension\nBuilding a healthier workplace culture URL:https://www.businesshq.org.au/event/workshop-a-practical-approach-to-workplace-conflict/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.businesshq.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260922T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260922T123000 DTSTAMP:20260728T235903Z CREATED:20260728T033549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260728T235903Z UID:10001008-1790078400-1790080200@www.businesshq.org.au SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: Introduction to Substack DESCRIPTION:Looking for a simple way to share your expertise\, build an audience and stay connected with your customers? Substack makes it easy to publish newsletters\, articles and other content without needing a complex website or marketing platform. \nThis introductory session will show you how Substack works\, why businesses and professionals are using it\, and how you can use it to grow your reputation\, engage your audience and create valuable content that people want to read. \nWhether you’re starting from scratch or exploring new ways to communicate with your customers\, you’ll leave with the confidence to launch your own Substack publication. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nWhat Substack is and how it works\nHow to create and publish your first newsletter\nTips for building and growing your subscriber list\nContent ideas that keep readers engaged\nHow Substack can support your marketing and business goals URL:https://www.businesshq.org.au/event/lunch-learn-introduction-to-substack/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.businesshq.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/lunchlearn.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260924T110000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260924T120000 DTSTAMP:20260729T000425Z CREATED:20260729T000418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T000425Z UID:10001016-1790247600-1790251200@www.businesshq.org.au SUMMARY:Workshop: Using Personality Profiles to Improve Sales DESCRIPTION:Every customer is different\, and understanding how people communicate can dramatically improve your sales conversations. \nDiscover how personality profiling can help you recognise different communication styles\, build stronger relationships and tailor your approach to better meet customer needs. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nThe main personality styles\nRecognising buying preferences\nAdapting your communication style\nBuilding trust and improving sales conversations URL:https://www.businesshq.org.au/event/workshop-using-personality-profiles-to-improve-sales/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Workshop ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.businesshq.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/workshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260929T120000 DTEND;TZID=Australia/Brisbane:20260929T123000 DTSTAMP:20260903T022432Z CREATED:20260729T000845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T022432Z UID:10001018-1790683200-1790685000@www.businesshq.org.au SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: How to Approach Difficult Conversations DESCRIPTION:Whether it’s addressing poor performance\, resolving conflict\, giving constructive feedback or having an honest conversation with a customer\, difficult conversations are part of running a business. The difference is knowing how to handle them with confidence\, empathy and professionalism. \nThis practical session provides a simple framework for preparing for challenging discussions\, keeping emotions under control and working towards positive outcomes. You’ll gain practical techniques you can apply immediately in your workplace and everyday business interactions. \nWhether you’re a business owner\, manager or team member\, you’ll leave feeling more confident in handling conversations that matter. \nYou’ll learn: \n\nHow to prepare for a difficult conversation\nTechniques to keep discussions respectful and productive\nHow to give constructive feedback with confidence\nStrategies for managing emotions and resolving conflict\nPractical communication skills that build stronger workplace relationships URL:https://www.businesshq.org.au/event/lunch-learn-how-to-approach-difficult-conversations/ LOCATION:Webinar CATEGORIES:Lunch & Learn ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.businesshq.org.au/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/lunchlearn.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR