Small Actions Big Futures! Ways for Businesses to Support Young People

Hosted at Lincoln Bishop University Connies Building

Easy ways for businesses to support young people and strengthen your organisation

Businesses of all sizes across Greater Lincolnshire play a crucial role in shaping the future workforce and in return, engaging with young people can bring significant benefits to your organisation.

This interactive workshop brings employers together to explore simple, achievable ways to get involved in careers activities and work experience that boost your brand, develop your people, and help you attract future talent.

Whether you're curious about hosting a student for a day, running a “Power Hour,” connecting with local schools, or building a sustainable talent pipeline, this session will give you practical, low‑cost routes to get started — designed with SMEs in mind.

✅ Hear real examples of work experience driving business benefits
✅ Discover quick-win ways to engage without heavy time or resource commitments
✅ Learn how working with young people can support staff development and retention
✅ Discuss common barriers and identify realistic solutions
✅ Connect with local employers facing similar challenges
✅ Get a first look at the new Work Experience Platform
✅ Leave with simple, actionable next steps tailored to your business

You’ll leave energised, connected, and confident in how small actions can create big value for young people and your organisation. And yes, lunch is on us!

Know what’s Happening Next — before everyone else does.

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Host or Publisher Greater Lincolnshire LEP