Workshop Overview
Join industry legend and business guru Leslie Shiner for this one-day workshop designed to take your company to the next level. You’ll discover how to turn passion into profit, structure your business for growth, and step confidently into your leadership role; learning how to delegate, drive profitability, and build a high-performing team.
The workshop will consist of morning and afternoon sessions:
Do You Have a Business or a Hobby? Understanding the Difference and Creating a Profitable Company
Morning Session: 10:00 – 12:00
Do you have a real business or are you just working on a hobby and hoping to make money? In this session, we will explore the key differences between running a business and pursuing a hobby. Many integrators start with passion projects but struggle to turn them into profitable ventures. Learn how to improve profitability by creating practical strategies for structuring, scaling, and monetizing your efforts. If you are just starting or have been in business for several years, this session will deliver practical advice to help you turn your passion into a sustainable and profitable company.
The Leadership Sweet Spot: Balancing Hands-On Work & Big-Picture Success
Afternoon Session: 13:00 – 15:00
Just because you're great at your job doesn’t mean managing others will come naturally. As your team grows, so should your leadership skills. This session is designed to help you transition from being the go-to person for everything to becoming a confident, effective manager—without the stress of micromanaging or losing control. Learn how to delegate like a pro, create systems that drive profit, and avoid outgrowing your leadership abilities. Leave with practical, actionable steps to build a high-performing team while maintaining your peace of mind. Don't just lead—lead with confidence and clarity!
Instructor Bio – Leslie Shiner
Leslie Shiner—author, speaker, and trainer—has more than twenty-five years’ experience as a financial and management consultant. She is the owner of The ShinerGroup, a firm which provides top-level financial and management consulting for the integration industry, helping businesses maximize profits and gain financial control.
Leslie Shiner is the author of A Simple Guide to Turning a Profit as a Contractor. She is an Advanced Certified QuickBooks ProAdvisor and Sage Certified Consultant. Leslie has been recognized as a CEDIA Fellow, she has received the CEDIA Top 10 Instructor Award in multiple years, and most recently has been awarded CEDIA Education Volunteer of the Year in 2024. She frequently speaks at industry conferences and continues to receive high praise for her ability to make financial management interesting, understandable, and even entertaining.
Course Fees
- Member - £199 + VAT
- Non-Member - £299 + VAT
Lunch and refreshments will be provided. For any questions on attending this course, please reach out to Emma McMylor - emcmylor@cedia.org / 01480 585614.
Register by 31st October and use code BUSINESSWORKSHOP50 to get £50 off your booking!