High Street Boost

Join us for High Street Boost, a government funded transformative initiative designed to propel your business to new heights.

With 17 years of experience Good2Great have been helping small businesses, as well as a background in retail, Good2Great helps support High Streets and the wider communities.

Good2Great will be delivering High Street Boost on behalf of the council through a programme of place marketing, with an element of assisting individual high street businesses to grow, be innovative and resilient.

You are invited to one of our dynamic launch events, where you’ll gain valuable insights through business and retail workshops

• Engage with interactive sessions led by experienced retail experts, covering everything from digital marketing strategies to customer engagement techniques
• Discover tips and strategies that separate exceptional retailers from the average
• Learn from award-winning experts who’ve been where you are and know the path to success

Codsall

• Thursday 10 October 17:30 - 19:00
   

The Crown Joules, WV8 1DB

Penkridge

• Wednesday 16 October 17:30 – 19:00

Haling Dene Centre, ST19 5DT

Brewood

• Thursday 7 November 17:30 – 19:00
   The Oakley Arms, ST19 9BH

Kinver

• Monday 4 November 17:30 – 19:00
   Edward Marsh Centre, Lounge Area, DY7 6ET

Wombourne

• Wednesday 13 November 17:30– 19:00
   Civic Centre, Council Chamber, WV5 9HA

Plus:

• Networking 
• Retail overview from experts 

Following the workshops our programme offers personalised, fully funded, one-to-one support ensuring you get the targeted assistance you need:

• In-Depth Guidance:

  Benefit from 1-hour modules of focused support directly at your business premises.

• Expert Advice:

  Receive actionable advice and practical solutions from experienced retailers with a track record of success.

Mini Module Training Overview

All programmes are designed to be accessible small ‘bite sized’ workshops delivered on site.

It's just window dressing

Great visual presentation, both outside and in, is one of the cornerstones of effective retailing.
Whether you are selling products, services or hospitality there is a great deal of science to planning and implementing effective visual presentation that gets you noticed and makes you stand out from the crowd.
We look at quality enhancers and destroyers, what makes you unique and gets you out of your own space to look at your offer with fresh eyes - your customers’ eyes.

Retail sustainably 

Set goals, manage margins and cash, control costs, grow sales and manage staff to achieve sustainable profitable growth. Armed with these tools make small incremental changes which will boost your bottom line.
If you can’t honestly say that you know how your business is performing because your grip on the numbers isn’t what it should be this is for you. Brushing up on the numbers makes a considerable difference.

Locally social

Master the power of social media to engage with your customers to grow sales and profitability. Make sure you can be found easily on the web. Currently only 19% of businesses have an active digital presence. In contrast 82% of consumers say digital communication influences their purchasing decisions ( Maybe*, 2024) so there is still time to jump onto what could be your most powerful salesperson…
How to develop relationships and deliver targeted advertising to your existing and future customers. Using tools to take your business online.

Being big in your community

Being an asset to your community is good for the bottom line and the sustainability of your business. Now, more than ever you need to be ‘more than a store’...

Learning how to adapt and thrive in the modern local high street environment needs a different way of thinking - building on traditional principles of serving the community to help you win the hearts and minds of the community.

High street excellence

Set goals, develop your marketing, be more competitive, attract more customers and grow sales and profitability. Who it’s for: already trading and you your business can attract more customers and be more profitable but don’t always know how.
Understand what steps you need to take to ensure your business stands out from the crowd. Hospitality retail and service businesses

Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your business operations, attract more customers, and increase your profitability. Join High Street Boost and take the first step towards a brighter future for your business and help your village centre thrive. Turning visitors into leads.