Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Nil
Who we are?
Small and Home Business owners meeting to build relationships from other SBO’s.
What is CT?
Relatively casual meeting group, where you can network, talk about business ideas and strategies, and learn from one another.
Where?
Tuggerah’s Zenith Centre.
When?
At 10.30 am on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month. Arrival 10.25 am for 10.30 am start. (Runs for about 1 hour)
Update on our Raffle?
The raffle is going around. This will go together with today’s collection to the Iris Foundation. For April & May we raised $95. Total $340 for the year.
For June so far we have raised $59.50.
Networking:
· Coffee Times: 14th & 28th July
· B2B Networking night – 4th of August
Education:
BEC courses evening courses - For more info contact the BEC on 4355 4885 or info@ccbec.org.au
Upcoming events in. July and August
· 4th August – Social Media
· 11th August – Starting out in sales
· 18th August – Business to Business Sales
· 25th August – Sales and Marketing - an overview
· 15th September – Research business opportunities – Getting into business
· 13th October – Decision for profit making.
Christmas Party:
We will be having our final get together on the 22nd December. We have booked into the Zenith for our Christmas party. Tickets are $39 (plus drinks – pay on the day). Numbers collected over next couple of months. And payment will be collected by 30th of November.
Wins:
Tony Bourke
- 3 book signing
- Business Expo 4-6pm
- 3/7/2010 Kotara Angus & Robertson
- 10/7/2010 Erina Angus & Robertson
- Borders – Account for business
Natalie & Craig Pye – 5 year Contract for C&N Freight
Nicole Lothian
– Voice Concepts - new client
– Introduced to Wyong Chamber of Commerce
Rob Buckworth
- 10 Enterprise Phone Systems
- 1 step closer to government
B2B
- New book out this week
- Launch online connect online business special offer.
- Vouchers for people to win, each week cost $20 per month.
Nicole Lothian handed out information regarding Ten questions to ask when hiring a bookkeeper and Should you register for GST.
These details are found on www.flyingsolo.com.au
http://www.flyingsolo.com.au/finance/business-tax-tips/should-you-register-for-gst
http://www.flyingsolo.com.au/finance/financial-management/hiring-a-bookkeeper
Who are you & what do you do: 30 Sec story about you
Tarnia Gurney:
Gurney Financial Services
www.gurneyfinancialservices.com.au
Planningwerx4U
www.planningwerx4u.com.au
Natalie Pye:
C & N Freight.
www.cnfreightsolutions.com.au
Moira Bayliss:
Herbalist
Moirabayliss@yahoo.com.au
Nicole Lothian
SOS Onsite Admin
nicole@sosonsiteadmin.com.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts
www.voiceconcepts.com.au
Simon
Celtic Management Solutions
simon@celticmanagement.net.au
Karen Teunissen
CRS Australia
www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Rob Buckworth:
Interactive Telecoms
rbuckworth@c4telecom.com.au
Dean Brown
Woodview Home Loans & Finance
www.homeloansandfinance.com.au
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers
http://www.aiib.com.au
Sue Liptrott
B2B - Marketing in Business Book & Networking
www.b2b.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health
toni_fountain@rslcom.net.au
Dawn
Iris Foundation
admin@irisfoundation.org.au
Presentation
Business Development morning.
Teaching an Old Dog new tricks
Difficult to teach people new things
Brand new to industry & train rather then training existing people
Criticism
10 key characteristics
Attitude – Positive
Thorough product & industry knowledge
– teach skills, own attributes
Prospective skills
– networking, friends, practice your spiel
- Consultative selling skills
- Sell your business not yourself
What’s your service?
Make sure but more persuasive presentation
i. 1-6 features & benefits of your offerings
Ask for commitment – don’t be pushy
Handle objections
Negotiating skills – practice
Follow up
Personal Management – organisation
Positive, look where you want to be
- Discussion
- Reflect on your appointment
- Think about what you say and how you say it
- How would you feel,
- Reflecting techniques
- Body language – be comfortable
- Touch eyes to other person
- Don’t over analyse everything
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Coffee Time Minutes 8th June 2010
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Karen, Dean, Christina & Daya
Who we are?
Small and Home Business owners meeting to build relationships from other SBO’s.
What is CT?
Relatively casual meeting group, where you can network, talk about business ideas and strategies, and learn from one another.
Where?
Tuggerah’s Zenith Centre.
When?
At 10.30 am on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month. Arrival 10.25 am for 10.30 am start. (Runs for about 1 hour)
Update on our Raffle?
The raffle is going around. This will go together with today’s collection to the Iris Foundation. For April & May we raised $95. Total $315 for the year.
For June so far we have raised $24.50.
Networking:
· Coffee Times: June 23rd & 14th July
· B2B Networking night – 4th of August
Expos:
· Central Coast Extravaganza Business Expo – 23rd June at Mingara
· Please come along and join in.
Education:
BEC courses evening courses - For more info contact the BEC on 4355 4885 or info@ccbec.org.au
Upcoming events in June. July and August
· 30th June – Networking for business
· 4th August – Social Media
· 11th August – Starting out in sales
· 18th August – Business to Business Sales
· 25th August – Sales and Marketing - an overview
· 15th September – Research business opportunities – Getting into business
· 13th October – Decision for profit making.
Christmas Party:
We will be having our final get together on the 22nd December. We have booked into the Zenith for our Christmas party. Tickets are $39 (plus drinks – pay on the day). Numbers collected over next couple of months. And payment will be collected by 30th of November.
Westpac Chopper Day:
Wyong Race day is coming up again on the 1st of July. I have booked 2 tables - 20 seats. If you would like to come along, Tickets are $90 each – first in first serve I have 12 seats left for the tables, payment are to be paid to either myself or Shannon and tell her you will be on the Coffee Time tables. Payment needed ASAP.
Wins:
Jenny – Job Centre Australia - One of their trainees are the trainee of the year.
Lynn – Market Australia – OPC3 trials positive results
Tarnia – 7 new clients
Jenny – Meat at Georges – New Contract with local business to supply meat
Who are you & what do you do: 30 Sec story about you
Tarnia Gurney:
Gurney Financial Services
http://www.gurneyfinancialservices.com.au/
Planningwerx4U
http://www.planningwerx4u.com.au/
Natalie Pye:
C & N Freight.
http://www.cnfreightsolutions.com.au/
Jenny Abourizk:
Job Centre Australia
http://www.jobcentreaustralia.com.au/
Moira Bayliss:
Herbalist
Moirabayliss@yahoo.com.au
Chris Mills:
Soaring Free
http://www.soaringfree.com.au/
Lyn Goddard
Market Australia
www.marketaustralia.com.au/vitaminsforu
Carol Wickenden
Naturally Best
http://www.naturallybest.com.au/
Natalie
Naturally Best
http://www.naturallybest.com.au/
Hugh Bowman
Bowman Coastwide Bookkeeping
hugh.bowman@iinet.net.au
Ted O’Shannessy:
Financial Freeway
http://www.financialfreeway.com.au/
Nicole Lothian
SOS Onsite Admin
nicole@sosonsiteadmin.com.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts
http://www.voiceconcepts.com.au/
Kathy Bree
Coffee News
http://www.coffeenewscc.com.au/
Simon
Celtic Management Solutions
Donna Llige
Ultraprint
http://www.colour-copy.com.au/
Presentation
Hugh Bowman - Bowman Coastwide Bookkeeping
Keeping records organised for you or your bookkeeper will be cheaper in the long run
What does your accountant like?
MYOB, Quickbooks, Accounting Software
Making easy for Accountant
Have a bookkeeper who specialises in your system and can assist you
It should only take a few hours a month/week to do your books depending on you business.
Get trained – Community College (for basics) more indepth is required to understand the reasoning behind all the reporting and details.
Look and be professional
Email invoices & Statements – check the setup of you computer though to confirm this is easier.
Understand your reports and the figures associated
Under $75,000 you are not needed to be registered but check with your accountant as it may benefit you if you are.
Good if assets prior to 31/12/09 for tax purpose
Bank Statements can be good to see where you are spending
Leasing/flexirent can be good but read the fine print may work out to be more expensive and check the lease arrangements
Questions arising from Group
What is the approximate price of a bookkeeper? $30 - $100 per hour
Check with you accountant regarding what expenses are allowed.
For your vehicle keep a log book for min 12 weeks and receipts for all expenses incurred and check with your accountant what is claimable and in what proportions.
New laws came in on March 1st 2010 regarding bookkeepers. Their training and ability to undertake BAS. ATO Website will be of assistance for more details. Minimum for BAS bookkeepers is Cert 4 in Financial Services (Accounting) and 1400 hours working under an accountant and registered with the ATO to do this.
Thanks Hugh for you time and information. If you have any questions please contact Hugh or your bookkeeper and Accountant.
Have a wonderful fortnight. Thank you for coming along today. Feel free to network with your peers. Our Next Meeting is on the 23rd June. We will start at 10.30am sharp.
Our Next Meeting is an open forum about Business Development.
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Karen, Dean, Christina & Daya
Who we are?
Small and Home Business owners meeting to build relationships from other SBO’s.
What is CT?
Relatively casual meeting group, where you can network, talk about business ideas and strategies, and learn from one another.
Where?
Tuggerah’s Zenith Centre.
When?
At 10.30 am on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month. Arrival 10.25 am for 10.30 am start. (Runs for about 1 hour)
Update on our Raffle?
The raffle is going around. This will go together with today’s collection to the Iris Foundation. For April & May we raised $95. Total $315 for the year.
For June so far we have raised $24.50.
Networking:
· Coffee Times: June 23rd & 14th July
· B2B Networking night – 4th of August
Expos:
· Central Coast Extravaganza Business Expo – 23rd June at Mingara
· Please come along and join in.
Education:
BEC courses evening courses - For more info contact the BEC on 4355 4885 or info@ccbec.org.au
Upcoming events in June. July and August
· 30th June – Networking for business
· 4th August – Social Media
· 11th August – Starting out in sales
· 18th August – Business to Business Sales
· 25th August – Sales and Marketing - an overview
· 15th September – Research business opportunities – Getting into business
· 13th October – Decision for profit making.
Christmas Party:
We will be having our final get together on the 22nd December. We have booked into the Zenith for our Christmas party. Tickets are $39 (plus drinks – pay on the day). Numbers collected over next couple of months. And payment will be collected by 30th of November.
Westpac Chopper Day:
Wyong Race day is coming up again on the 1st of July. I have booked 2 tables - 20 seats. If you would like to come along, Tickets are $90 each – first in first serve I have 12 seats left for the tables, payment are to be paid to either myself or Shannon and tell her you will be on the Coffee Time tables. Payment needed ASAP.
Wins:
Jenny – Job Centre Australia - One of their trainees are the trainee of the year.
Lynn – Market Australia – OPC3 trials positive results
Tarnia – 7 new clients
Jenny – Meat at Georges – New Contract with local business to supply meat
Who are you & what do you do: 30 Sec story about you
Tarnia Gurney:
Gurney Financial Services
http://www.gurneyfinancialservices.com.au/
Planningwerx4U
http://www.planningwerx4u.com.au/
Natalie Pye:
C & N Freight.
http://www.cnfreightsolutions.com.au/
Jenny Abourizk:
Job Centre Australia
http://www.jobcentreaustralia.com.au/
Moira Bayliss:
Herbalist
Moirabayliss@yahoo.com.au
Chris Mills:
Soaring Free
http://www.soaringfree.com.au/
Lyn Goddard
Market Australia
www.marketaustralia.com.au/vitaminsforu
Carol Wickenden
Naturally Best
http://www.naturallybest.com.au/
Natalie
Naturally Best
http://www.naturallybest.com.au/
Hugh Bowman
Bowman Coastwide Bookkeeping
hugh.bowman@iinet.net.au
Ted O’Shannessy:
Financial Freeway
http://www.financialfreeway.com.au/
Nicole Lothian
SOS Onsite Admin
nicole@sosonsiteadmin.com.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts
http://www.voiceconcepts.com.au/
Kathy Bree
Coffee News
http://www.coffeenewscc.com.au/
Simon
Celtic Management Solutions
Donna Llige
Ultraprint
http://www.colour-copy.com.au/
Presentation
Hugh Bowman - Bowman Coastwide Bookkeeping
Keeping records organised for you or your bookkeeper will be cheaper in the long run
What does your accountant like?
MYOB, Quickbooks, Accounting Software
Making easy for Accountant
Have a bookkeeper who specialises in your system and can assist you
It should only take a few hours a month/week to do your books depending on you business.
Get trained – Community College (for basics) more indepth is required to understand the reasoning behind all the reporting and details.
Look and be professional
Email invoices & Statements – check the setup of you computer though to confirm this is easier.
Understand your reports and the figures associated
Under $75,000 you are not needed to be registered but check with your accountant as it may benefit you if you are.
Good if assets prior to 31/12/09 for tax purpose
Bank Statements can be good to see where you are spending
Leasing/flexirent can be good but read the fine print may work out to be more expensive and check the lease arrangements
Questions arising from Group
What is the approximate price of a bookkeeper? $30 - $100 per hour
Check with you accountant regarding what expenses are allowed.
For your vehicle keep a log book for min 12 weeks and receipts for all expenses incurred and check with your accountant what is claimable and in what proportions.
New laws came in on March 1st 2010 regarding bookkeepers. Their training and ability to undertake BAS. ATO Website will be of assistance for more details. Minimum for BAS bookkeepers is Cert 4 in Financial Services (Accounting) and 1400 hours working under an accountant and registered with the ATO to do this.
Thanks Hugh for you time and information. If you have any questions please contact Hugh or your bookkeeper and Accountant.
Have a wonderful fortnight. Thank you for coming along today. Feel free to network with your peers. Our Next Meeting is on the 23rd June. We will start at 10.30am sharp.
Our Next Meeting is an open forum about Business Development.
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Coffee Time Minutes - 26.5.10
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Toni, Craig, Dean, John and Kathy
Who we are?
Small and Home Business owners meeting to build relationships from other SBO’s.
What is CT?
Relatively casual meeting group, where you can network, talk about business ideas and strategies, and learn from one another.
Where?
Tuggerah’s Zenith Centre.
When?
At 10.30 am on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month. Arrival 10.25 am for 10.30 am start. (Runs for about 1 hour)
Update on our Raffle?
The raffle is going around. This will go together with today’s collection to the Iris Foundation. For April so far we have raised $70 ($25 for May). Total $300 for the year.
Today we are having the biggest morning tea. $5 per person or $10 gets you a ticket into the competition to win and overseas European holiday. Today we raised $134.45. Thanks to all who participated.
Networking:
· Coffee Times: June 9th & 23rd
· B2B Networking night – 3rd of June
Expos:
· B2B Buy Local Festival was fantastic. 1500 people registered and came along to win prizes. Lots given away on the day and many people made lots of contacts and built up their databases.
· Central Coast Extravaganza Business Expo – 23rd June at Mingara – 79 exhibitors booked out of 83 exhibitors. If you would like to go along please contact Cindy at Central Coast Women’s Networking
Education:
BEC courses evening courses - For more info contact the BEC on 4355 4885 or info@ccbec.org.au
Upcoming events in June. July and August
· 9th June – Collections and bad debt recovery
· 15th June – Business Planning – Part A
· 22nd June – Business Planning - Part B
· 30th June – Networking for business
· 4th August – Social Media
· 11th August – Starting out in sales
· 18th August – Business to Business Sales
· 25th August – Sales and Marketing - an overview
· 15th September – Research business opportunities – Getting into business
· 13th October – Decision for profit making.
Christmas Party:
We will be having our final get together on the 22nd December. We have booked into the Zenith for our Christmas party. Tickets are $39 (plus drinks – pay on the day). Numbers collected over next couple of months. And payment will be collected by 30th of November.
Westpac Chopper Day:
Wyong Race day is coming up again on the 1st of July. I have booked 2 tables - 20 seats. If you would like to come along, Tickets are $90 each – first in first serve I have 17 seats left for the tables, payment are to be paid to either myself or Shannon and tell her you will be on the Coffee Time tables. Payment needed ASAP.
Wins:
Lyn – B2B Buy Local was a success.
Rob – 300% business growth in new merger
Jenny – meat @ George’s East Toukley employed their first staff member
Who are you & what do you do: 30 Sec story about you
Tarnia Gurney:
Gurney Financial Services
www.gurneyfinancialservices.com.au
Planningwerx4U
www.planningwerx4u.com.au
Natalie Pye:
C & N Freight.
www.cnfreightsolutions.com
Jenny Abourizk:
Job Centre Australia
www.jobcentreaustralia.com.au
Moria Bayliss:
Herbalist
Moirabayliss@yahoo.com.au
Tony Bourke:
AIIB Insurance – Director of AIIB
http://www.aiib.com.au
Karen Teunissen:
CRS Australia
http://www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Sandra Boyd:
Kani Consultants
Website still being built -
sandi.kani@gmail.com
Rob Buckworth:
C4telecom Communications
www.c4telecom.com.au
Christina Jones:
Wiggle n Giggle
www.wiggleandgigglemusic.com.au
Karen Teunissen:
CRS Australia
http://www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Lyn Thompson:
LBH Promotions - Letter box distribution
www.lbhpromotions.com.au
B2B - Marketing in Business Book & Networking
www.b2b.com.au
Darren Jones
Wiggle n Giggle
www.wiggleandgigglemusic.com.au
Chris Mills:
Soaring Free
www.soaringfree.com.au
Shannon O’Hagan
Westpac Helicopter Service
www.rescuehelicopter.com.au
Lyn Goddard
Market Australia
Lee-Anne Bevan
Lee-Anne Bevan Photography
http://labphotography.photomerchant.net
Garry McLachlan
Wyong Shire Council
www.wyong.nsw.gov.au
Presentation
Garry McLachlan – Wyong Shire Council (WSC) – Business Development Manager
WSC looking to strengthen Central Coast
Small business
Retail
Health care
Food industry
Have a look at the business section on the councils website www.wyong.nsw.gov.au
Working together with the DSRD
Looking at further training through Ourimbah University
Building Industry and investment on the coast
Land for employment
Centre developments – business, offices, warehouses
Looking at infrastructure to support the coast and its community
Marketing the coast as a business location
Over the next 10 years council expect the population to grow to 300,000
The Central Coast of NSW is a sustainable, smart and connected region, and it is being promoted as that – there is also a booklet produced for those interested, contacted WSC
There is a home business chapter on the website
Garry is there to help business on the coast
WSC welcome any feedback. Comments and inquiries
Thanks Garry. If you would like Garry’s details please contact Wyong Shire Council or me (Tarnia Gurney)
DSRD is also there to help in the development on the coast. Their ph no is 4349 4949
Thanks Garry
Have a wonderful fortnight.
Thank you for coming along today.
Feel free to network with your peers.
Our Next Meeting is on the 9th June.
We will start at 10.30am sharp.
Our Next Meeting is an open forum about Business Development.
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Toni, Craig, Dean, John and Kathy
Who we are?
Small and Home Business owners meeting to build relationships from other SBO’s.
What is CT?
Relatively casual meeting group, where you can network, talk about business ideas and strategies, and learn from one another.
Where?
Tuggerah’s Zenith Centre.
When?
At 10.30 am on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of the month. Arrival 10.25 am for 10.30 am start. (Runs for about 1 hour)
Update on our Raffle?
The raffle is going around. This will go together with today’s collection to the Iris Foundation. For April so far we have raised $70 ($25 for May). Total $300 for the year.
Today we are having the biggest morning tea. $5 per person or $10 gets you a ticket into the competition to win and overseas European holiday. Today we raised $134.45. Thanks to all who participated.
Networking:
· Coffee Times: June 9th & 23rd
· B2B Networking night – 3rd of June
Expos:
· B2B Buy Local Festival was fantastic. 1500 people registered and came along to win prizes. Lots given away on the day and many people made lots of contacts and built up their databases.
· Central Coast Extravaganza Business Expo – 23rd June at Mingara – 79 exhibitors booked out of 83 exhibitors. If you would like to go along please contact Cindy at Central Coast Women’s Networking
Education:
BEC courses evening courses - For more info contact the BEC on 4355 4885 or info@ccbec.org.au
Upcoming events in June. July and August
· 9th June – Collections and bad debt recovery
· 15th June – Business Planning – Part A
· 22nd June – Business Planning - Part B
· 30th June – Networking for business
· 4th August – Social Media
· 11th August – Starting out in sales
· 18th August – Business to Business Sales
· 25th August – Sales and Marketing - an overview
· 15th September – Research business opportunities – Getting into business
· 13th October – Decision for profit making.
Christmas Party:
We will be having our final get together on the 22nd December. We have booked into the Zenith for our Christmas party. Tickets are $39 (plus drinks – pay on the day). Numbers collected over next couple of months. And payment will be collected by 30th of November.
Westpac Chopper Day:
Wyong Race day is coming up again on the 1st of July. I have booked 2 tables - 20 seats. If you would like to come along, Tickets are $90 each – first in first serve I have 17 seats left for the tables, payment are to be paid to either myself or Shannon and tell her you will be on the Coffee Time tables. Payment needed ASAP.
Wins:
Lyn – B2B Buy Local was a success.
Rob – 300% business growth in new merger
Jenny – meat @ George’s East Toukley employed their first staff member
Who are you & what do you do: 30 Sec story about you
Tarnia Gurney:
Gurney Financial Services
www.gurneyfinancialservices.com.au
Planningwerx4U
www.planningwerx4u.com.au
Natalie Pye:
C & N Freight.
www.cnfreightsolutions.com
Jenny Abourizk:
Job Centre Australia
www.jobcentreaustralia.com.au
Moria Bayliss:
Herbalist
Moirabayliss@yahoo.com.au
Tony Bourke:
AIIB Insurance – Director of AIIB
http://www.aiib.com.au
Karen Teunissen:
CRS Australia
http://www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Sandra Boyd:
Kani Consultants
Website still being built -
sandi.kani@gmail.com
Rob Buckworth:
C4telecom Communications
www.c4telecom.com.au
Christina Jones:
Wiggle n Giggle
www.wiggleandgigglemusic.com.au
Karen Teunissen:
CRS Australia
http://www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Lyn Thompson:
LBH Promotions - Letter box distribution
www.lbhpromotions.com.au
B2B - Marketing in Business Book & Networking
www.b2b.com.au
Darren Jones
Wiggle n Giggle
www.wiggleandgigglemusic.com.au
Chris Mills:
Soaring Free
www.soaringfree.com.au
Shannon O’Hagan
Westpac Helicopter Service
www.rescuehelicopter.com.au
Lyn Goddard
Market Australia
Lee-Anne Bevan
Lee-Anne Bevan Photography
http://labphotography.photomerchant.net
Garry McLachlan
Wyong Shire Council
www.wyong.nsw.gov.au
Presentation
Garry McLachlan – Wyong Shire Council (WSC) – Business Development Manager
WSC looking to strengthen Central Coast
Small business
Retail
Health care
Food industry
Have a look at the business section on the councils website www.wyong.nsw.gov.au
Working together with the DSRD
Looking at further training through Ourimbah University
Building Industry and investment on the coast
Land for employment
Centre developments – business, offices, warehouses
Looking at infrastructure to support the coast and its community
Marketing the coast as a business location
Over the next 10 years council expect the population to grow to 300,000
The Central Coast of NSW is a sustainable, smart and connected region, and it is being promoted as that – there is also a booklet produced for those interested, contacted WSC
There is a home business chapter on the website
Garry is there to help business on the coast
WSC welcome any feedback. Comments and inquiries
Thanks Garry. If you would like Garry’s details please contact Wyong Shire Council or me (Tarnia Gurney)
DSRD is also there to help in the development on the coast. Their ph no is 4349 4949
Thanks Garry
Have a wonderful fortnight.
Thank you for coming along today.
Feel free to network with your peers.
Our Next Meeting is on the 9th June.
We will start at 10.30am sharp.
Our Next Meeting is an open forum about Business Development.
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