Event description
This interactive workshop explores the different ways small businesses can start selling online and how to choose an approach that fits their products, goals, and stage of growth. Attendees will look at options such as Etsy, marketplaces, social selling, and building their own website, helping them make clearer decisions about where to begin. The session will also cover what happens behind the scenes of online selling, common mistakes that create unnecessary work, and the foundations of a smoother e-commerce setup. By the end, participants will leave with practical ideas, clearer direction, and greater confidence in choosing the right path for their business.
What will I learn?
- Understand the different ways products can be sold online
- Explore the pros and cons of marketplaces, social selling, and websites.
- Learn what happens behind the scenes of an online sale.
- Identify common mistakes that create extra work or confusion.
- Gain practical ideas for building a clearer, more manageable setup
Who should attend?
Anyone looking to start selling online, improve an existing setup, or better understand the different options available. Whether you’re starting from scratch, selling through social media, using marketplaces like Etsy or eBay, or already running an online shop that feels a bit pieced together, this session will help you step back and make more informed decisions about your next steps.
Event Accessibility
The Growth Hub is committed to providing universal access to all of our events. Please contact The Growth Hub Stroud on stroud@thegrowthhub.biz or call 01453 761184 to request disability accommodations. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs so we request you contact us at least five working days before the event whenever possible.
How to Book
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About the speakers
Iselle Maddocks
Iselle Maddocks is the founder of Rhoam, a Cheltenham-based advocate for small businesses. With a passion for learning, simplifying technology, and making it accessible to everyone, Iselle combines over 10 years of e-commerce experience with complementary design skills to deliver practical, user-friendly solutions that help businesses thrive.
