Caitriona & Robert Cullen

Cullen Nurseries, Co. Carlow

Take your business online

Not sure where to start? Follow these steps to get the digital tools and training you’ll need to build a website and have customers find you.

Also, check out Enterprise Ireland and your Local Enterprise Office for more information on various grants, supports, advisory services, and training from their expert business advisors to assist you on your digital journey.

Improve your online business security

Learn how to create a secure experience for your customers, as well as training up your employees in cybersecurity. You will cover possible threats to your online security as well as how to secure devices and systems against possible phishing attacks and malware, and protecting your business data online.

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Step 1: Build a website

Watch an on-demand video or follow an e‑learning course

On-Demand video

30 minutes

Build a simple website for your business

Learn how to generate leads by using Wix and Google Sites, plus get website optimisation tips.

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On-Demand video

25 minutes

How to start an online shop

Get the basics for a retail website with web builders and additional tools.

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Beginner course

6 LESSONS

40 MINS

Build your web presence

If a website is the best fit for your goals, this course will give you a basic grasp of how they work - to help you build a website that allows your customers to find what they need.

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Beginner course

2 lessons

25 MINS

Build your online shop

From the tools you'll need to build your online shop from scratch, to payment methods and managing orders, this introduction will get you on your way.

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Build your site with these useful tools

Useful Tools

Shopify

Create an e-commerce website backed by powerful tools that help you find customers, drive sales, and manage your day-to-day.

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Useful Tools

Wix

Get the basics for a retail website with web builders and additional tools.

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Useful Tools

one.com

Whatever you’re passionate about, one.com makes it easy for you to build your dream website and bring it online. Do the one thing you love. Build your website with one.com.

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Useful Tools

Google Sites

Carefully created themes help make your content stand out. Sites intelligently optimises your work so it looks great on desktop, tablet, and mobile.

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Step 2: Be found online

Watch an on-demand video or follow an e‑learning course

On-Demand video

23 minutes

Get your business visible online

Learn how to strengthen your online presence and connect with customers on Google Search and Maps.

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Beginner course

7 MODULES

3 hours

Get your business online

Learn how to build a digital presence, use e-commerce, keep a business safe from hackers, and get noticed locally.

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Beginner course

6 LESSONS

45 min

Get started with search

Search engines make it simple for your customers to find you. Explore how you can make your business more discoverable using organic and paid search approaches.

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Be found online with these useful tools

GOOGLE BUSINESS PROFILE

Be found on Google with a Business Profile, free of charge

Easily connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. Share pictures, update your opening hours, and show what makes your business unique.

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POINTY FROM GOOGLE

Attract local shoppers to your store

Pointy sets up your online store. Just plug it in and watch your products appear on your webpage automatically.

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Local enterprise office trading online voucher

Access funding for digital support

The Trading Online Voucher scheme can provide funding for digital assistance to help small businesses get online, or enhance their existing online presence.

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