The I.T. Trainer

Practical IT Project Management Support for Your Business:

Hi - Andy Hogg here. I’m pleased to introduce a new service from The IT Trainer, designed to help small and medium-sized businesses get better value from their Microsoft systems and IT suppliers.

With 42 years of experience in IT, I can provide independent, practical support with:
🔹Reviewing your current IT systems and procedures
🔹Liaising with external IT suppliers on your behalf
🔹Managing Microsoft-related IT projects
🔹Identifying ways to improve efficiency and reduce unnecessary costs
🔹Explaining technical matters clearly, without jargon.

The service can be tailored to suit your business, with several flexible options available:
🔹One-off project support for a specific Microsoft or IT-related project
🔹IT review and recommendations to assess your current systems, suppliers and procedures
🔹Monthly retainer support for ongoing advice, supplier liaison and project oversight
🔹Short-term interim support during periods of change, staff absence or business growth
🔹Supplier review and tender support to help compare proposals and ensure you are receiving the right service and value
🔹Ad-hoc consultancy when you need independent guidance without committing to an ongoing arrangement.

This is not a large consultancy service with Corporate IT Company style fees. Our pricing is realistic, transparent and designed with SMEs in mind, so you can access experienced IT management support without the cost of employing a full-time IT Manager or engaging a major consultancy firm.

My approach is straightforward, friendly and independent, with the aim of making Microsoft technology work more efficiently and cost-effectively for your organisation.

Please call me on 07785 536261 or email [email protected], drop me a message on here, or comment on this post if you would like an informal conversation about the most suitable option for your business.

Thanks, Andy.

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‼️‼️ 📢 DATE CHANGE – THE LEVI MORRIS GOLF DAY ⛳ ‼️‼️
We’ve made the decision to move The Levi Morris Golf Day ⛳️

📅 NEW DATE: Friday 25th September 2026
📍 Northcliffe Golf Club
⛳ Tee-off from 9.20am

The original date falls right in the middle of the summer holiday season, and unfortunately we haven’t had enough team entries to make the day the event we want it to be.

Rather than push ahead, we’ve decided to move the date and give everyone more time to organise a team, get friends and colleagues involved, and enjoy what promises to be a fantastic day of golf and fundraising.

🙏 Thank you so much to everyone who has already supported Levi and shown interest by registering a team. We really appreciate it and hope the new date makes it easier for even more people to join us.

🏌️ Teams of 4 – £250
🎁 Welcome goodies
⛳ On-course challenges
🏆 Prize table
🎟️ Raffle
🍽️ Food before & after play

💙 Supporting Levi’s incredible journey in Taekwondo.

SAVE THE NEW DATE – FRIDAY 25TH SEPTEMBER 2026!
To enter a team or discuss sponsorship opportunities, contact Andy:

📞 07785 536261
📧 [email protected]

TAG your golf buddies, SHARE this post and help us spread the word! 🙌⛳ Thank you!

One of our trainers has been delivering Microsoft 365 training in Southend-on-Sea, helping delegates build practical skills they can use every day. From Excel and Outlook, to Teams, Word, PowerPoint and Microsoft Copilot.

Our hands-on sessions focus on boosting productivity, saving time and increasing confidence with the tools people use most!

If you want to make sure you're getting the most of Microsoft 365, give Andy a call on 07785 536261, email [email protected] or Contact us via our website: https://the-it-trainer.co.uk/contact/

Build confidence with Microsoft 365 in just one day!

Our Microsoft 365 Foundation Workshop is designed for beginners using this software and covers the essential skills your teams need, to work more efficiently with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint and Microsoft Copilot.

Through practical, interactive hands-on exercises relevant to your Company, your employees will learn how to create documents, manage emails and calendars, collaborate with colleagues, organise files and start using AI to save time in their everyday work.

Perfect for individuals or organisations looking to improve digital skills and boost productivity.

Give Andy a call on 07785 536261, email [email protected] or Contact us via our website: https://lnkd.in/dwHeb3t

⛳ Golfers - this is for you! Whether you're a serious hitter, or just play for fun, gather your team of 4 🏌 🏌‍♂️ 🏌‍♀️ 🏌and give Andy Hogg a call/email (contact details below ⬇️ ) to get booked in.

It's going to be a great day, so contact Andy a.s.a.p. to secure your place!

T: 07785 536261
E: [email protected]

World Cup

As you may (or may not) know Andy Hogg has run the line in World Cups historically as well as refereed to a high level all over the UK. Therefore he's all over this year's World Cup understandably!

🏆⚽ World Cup Fever? Keep Your Team Learning! ⚽🏆

While the football takes centre stage this World Cup, it's also the perfect opportunity to invest in your people.

The IT Trainer is delivering Microsoft 365, Copilot, AI, Excel, Teams, Power BI and Office skills training across England and Scotland throughout the tournament.

Whether you need:
✅ On-site workshops
✅ Virtual training sessions
✅ AI & Copilot adoption support
✅ Microsoft 365 productivity training
✅ Bespoke business-focused learning

We'll help your teams stay productive, skilled and engaged while enjoying the biggest sporting event on the planet.

📍 Training delivered nationwide across England & Scotland
📅 Flexible scheduling throughout the World Cup
📧 Contact us to discuss your requirements



📞 0114 404 0160
📩 [email protected]
🌐 Visit: www.the-it-trainer.co.uk

Discounted Microsoft Training for Chamber Members:

As The IT Trainer is a proud member of the North East Chamber of Commerce, Barnsley & Rotherham Chamber of Commerce and Sheffield Chamber, we are offering discounted IT Training to fellow Chamber members.

You may require assistance with Microsoft 365 topics, or want to know more about harnessing the power of AI software, such as ChatGPT and Copilot, to improve productivity within your business. Click here for a list of the various Training Topics we can cover.

We can deliver the training either on-site or remotely via Microsoft Teams, and will gear the sessions directly to your Company’s specific business requirements.

Chamber members automatically receive a 5% discount off our listed prices, with a further 10% available if payment is received pre-training.

Please contact Andy Hogg on 07785 536261 or email [email protected] for a no-obligation chat.

📞 0114 404 0160
📩 [email protected]
🌐 Visit: www.the-it-trainer.co.uk

Would your business benefit from quick access to a Microsoft specialist for questions or issues? Our new Microsoft Retainer service is designed to help. Any colleague can email questions or problems about Microsoft Apps, with an initial response guaranteed within 1 working day. This covers core Apps such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook, plus Microsoft 365 tools such as Teams, OneDrive, SharePoint, Forms, Copilot and related IT queries.

The service will run as a 3-month trial, with monthly usage reports and regular reviews. You can send queries to a dedicated email address, with replies by email, phone or both. Based on around 10 queries per month (about 5 hours total), the cost is £375 + VAT per month, paid in advance. Extra queries are fine within a fair-use approach. One month’s notice is required to cancel.

For an informal chat on how a Retainer could benefit your Company, or for additional information on any of our training services, please give Andy Hogg a call on 0114 4040 160/07785 536261.

⛳ Whether you’re a seasoned golfer or simply fancy a great day out everyone is welcome at The Levi Morris Golf Day, supported by The I.T. Trainer

Gather your team of 4 🏌 🏌‍♂️ 🏌‍♀️ 🏌and give Andy Hogg a call/email (contact details below ⬇️ ) to get booked in as soon as possible to secure your place.

We can’t wait to see you there!

T: 07785 536261
E: [email protected]