Robert James Lucas
I’ve worked with small businesses across the UK — both at a national level and inside businesses day to day — and the same thing comes up again and again:
Things get more complicated than they need to be.
My background includes change management at Thomson Reuters, alongside running my own businesses in different industries. I’ve also worked with the Federation of Small Businesses at a national level, which gave me a broader view of how widespread these issues are.
The Workshops
Three practical workshop sessions that work well for co-working members and small teams. They’re all non-technical and focused on everyday working practice rather than tools or trends
AI & Automation for Everyday Business
A practical session on where AI genuinely saves time in routine admin (email, quoting, follow-ups, paperwork) and where it’s often better avoided. The emphasis is on clarity and safe, realistic use rather than hype.
Making Better Business Decisions
Focused on judgement: what to automate, what to ignore, and how to avoid overcomplicating operations with too many systems or platforms.
Business Without The Burnout
A session on structuring workload, managing multiple income streams and reducing reactive work. This one looks at how people organise themselves before layering in tools or automation.
Attendee Feedback
FAQ
Where will Robert travel to?
Robert is based in Edinburgh and available to deliver workshops across the UK
Who are these workshops for?
These workshops are designed for coworking spaces, flexible workspaces and serviced office providers seeking practical business support for their communities. They are particularly useful for small business owners, freelancers and small teams
How many people can attend a workshop?
Groups of 10–15 attendees are ideal
I manage a flexible workspace how do I promote this event?
Flexible workspaces or coworking spaces can boost engagement and strengthen their community by actively promoting Roberts free workshops to members through clear, consistent communication across multiple touchpoints. Highlighting workshops in member newsletters, digital noticeboards, Slack or Teams channels, and reception‑area displays ensures everyone knows what’s coming up.