Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors
Apologies
Kellie
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?
Today we raised $41, bringing the total this year raised $706.30 (including this week’s total) for this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time 14th December
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheon - 1st December – Christmas Party
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Update:
· May 18/19th 2012 – B2B Buy Local Festival – Lucca Rd Wyong
· SWN Business Expo in August 2012
Reach Out Volunteers
Local youth looking fro sponsorship to help him go across in January 2012 for a mission to Cambodia. Teaching them about fishing, helping them build villages, education to the children and locals. For more information please contact Ben on 0451 126 465
Wins:
Kate – Gastric Banding – shred 1.5 kilos in a week.
Selma – new phone system for a company in Sydney – 250 phone sets installed this week
April – Unique Services Cleaning has picked up (going through the roof), new clients and new staff, able to employ local mums on the coast for cleaning.
Leanna – new distributor for Gen Candles
Leanna – Cystic Fibrosis Fund Raising company coming on board to use Gem Candles for fund raising
Leanna – new catalogue for Intimate Whispers
April – Unique Security still around, hasn’t closed.
Kate – Melbourne Cup raised $1500 for Iris Foundation, Wyong Neighbourhood Centre and Central Coast Sport
Kate – Girls Night in – raised about $500.
Toni – did a refresher course in Koren Specific Technique
Kate – Melbourne Cup 2012 – Booked in for 2012
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
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
April Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Bev and Dawn
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Kathy Bree
Coffee News www.coffeenews.com.au
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Karen Teunissen
CRS Australia www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts www.voiceconcepts.com.au
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer & Independent Associate – Usana Health Sciences
onefitone@bigpond.com
Rae Phillips
Inspire Success www.inspire-success.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Carole Smith
Flawless Nails
Christmas Party
Coffee Time Christmas Party will be on the 14th of December, cost is $30 per head for 2 course meal. Book in asap with Tarnia.
NO Presentation today – general chat
Thanks everyone for your participation, hope everyone got something out of it.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Rae
Today we raised $41.00 for Iris Foundation.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 14th December – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum
Monday, November 28, 2011
Sunday, November 20, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes - 9th November 2011
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors
Apologies
Kate, Bev, Kathy Maree, Selma, Toni Fountain, and Dawn
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?
Today we raised $15.75, bringing the total this year raised $665.30 (including this week’s total) for this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time 23rd November
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheon - 1st December – Christmas Party
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
November Courses:
16th Doing Business online
23rd Online Networking
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November – was a great day. Raising approximately $1500 for the Iris Foundation, Wyong Neighbourhood Centre, and Central Coast Academy of Sport. Congratulations to Kate.
· BEC Christmas Party – see upstairs for bookings.
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with Pizazz was run on the 28th October. Kate raised approximately $500 for the Breast cancer Foundation.
· May 18/19th 2012 – B2B Buy Local Festival – Lucca Rd Wyong
Reach Out Volunteers
Local youth looking fro sponsorship to help him go across in January 2012 for a mission to Cambodia. Teaching them about fishing, helping them build villages, education to the children and locals. For more information please contact Ben on 0451 126 465
Wins:
Marama – 5 new clients
April – Unique Services Cleaning has picked up (going through the roof), new clients and new staff, able to employ local mums on the coast for cleaning.
Mark – Unique Security – 2 new tenders lodged
Suzy – LBH Promotions – new clients for letter box drops
Mark – Unique Security – received certificates for Guards and Patrol Standards. As leader in the community and security in Australia.
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
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
April Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Suzy Allport
Buy Local online/ LBH Promotions/ B2B www.b2bwithatwist.com.au
Kylie Pryor
Hand Bags and Jewellery online handbagsandjewelleryonline@bigpond.com
Christmas Party
Coffee Time Christmas Party will be on the 14th of December, cost is $30 per head for 2 course meal. Deposit of $10 due at next meeting. So far 15 people booked in.
Presentation today
Skype – by Marama
Phone and instant messages
Get a skype phone number – it is portable about $80 a year for business
Over the internet phone calls and video
Skype groups
Private
Networking
Team meetings
Video conference
Client appointments
Need a good broadband and headset
You can share screens for online training
Video, voice and chat
Open discussion for everyone about Skype.
Thanks everyone for your participation, hope everyone got something out of it.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Suzy
Today we raised $15.75 for Iris Foundation.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 23rd November – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum
Welcome to our new visitors
Apologies
Kate, Bev, Kathy Maree, Selma, Toni Fountain, and Dawn
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?
Today we raised $15.75, bringing the total this year raised $665.30 (including this week’s total) for this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time 23rd November
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheon - 1st December – Christmas Party
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
November Courses:
16th Doing Business online
23rd Online Networking
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November – was a great day. Raising approximately $1500 for the Iris Foundation, Wyong Neighbourhood Centre, and Central Coast Academy of Sport. Congratulations to Kate.
· BEC Christmas Party – see upstairs for bookings.
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with Pizazz was run on the 28th October. Kate raised approximately $500 for the Breast cancer Foundation.
· May 18/19th 2012 – B2B Buy Local Festival – Lucca Rd Wyong
Reach Out Volunteers
Local youth looking fro sponsorship to help him go across in January 2012 for a mission to Cambodia. Teaching them about fishing, helping them build villages, education to the children and locals. For more information please contact Ben on 0451 126 465
Wins:
Marama – 5 new clients
April – Unique Services Cleaning has picked up (going through the roof), new clients and new staff, able to employ local mums on the coast for cleaning.
Mark – Unique Security – 2 new tenders lodged
Suzy – LBH Promotions – new clients for letter box drops
Mark – Unique Security – received certificates for Guards and Patrol Standards. As leader in the community and security in Australia.
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
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
April Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Suzy Allport
Buy Local online/ LBH Promotions/ B2B www.b2bwithatwist.com.au
Kylie Pryor
Hand Bags and Jewellery online handbagsandjewelleryonline@bigpond.com
Christmas Party
Coffee Time Christmas Party will be on the 14th of December, cost is $30 per head for 2 course meal. Deposit of $10 due at next meeting. So far 15 people booked in.
Presentation today
Skype – by Marama
Phone and instant messages
Get a skype phone number – it is portable about $80 a year for business
Over the internet phone calls and video
Skype groups
Private
Networking
Team meetings
Video conference
Client appointments
Need a good broadband and headset
You can share screens for online training
Video, voice and chat
Open discussion for everyone about Skype.
Thanks everyone for your participation, hope everyone got something out of it.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Suzy
Today we raised $15.75 for Iris Foundation.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 23rd November – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes 26th October 2011
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors
Apologies
Bev, Kathy Maree, Dujon, and Dawn
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)
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $649.55 (including this week’s total) for this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time 9th November
· Coffee Time 23rd November
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons – 27th October and 1st December – Christmas Party
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
November Courses:
2nd Creating a dynamic website
9th Getting the most from your online facilities
16th Doing Business online
23rd Online Networking
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cert IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama in conjunction with the BEC is running Word Press courses on the coast. For more information please contact Marama or the BEC. Dates – 19th of November
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· BEC Christmas Party – see upstairs for bookings.
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with pizazz running on the 28th October. Dress up. $35 per head ($5 from each ticket to the Cancer Foundation) entry fee covers a spooktacular drink on arrival, finger food all night, dancing and DJ, prizes to be won.
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Check out Central Coast Tourism for events on the coast
· NSW Business Chamber Breakfast – Peter Fitzsimmons Thursday the 10th of November - $75 per person.
Reach Out Volunteers
Local youth looking fro sponsorship to help him go across in January 2012 for a mission to Cambodia. Teaching them about fishing, helping them build villages, education to the children and locals. For more information please contact Ben on 0451 126 465
Wins:
Kathy –Maree gave away a client and got 4 back
Kellie – Nominated for awards for business – Insurance
Nicolette- got great feedback and 3 referrals
Jenny – meat at Georges won – micro business & Business of the year 2011 for the Wyong Chamber of Commerce
Leanna – got a distributor for her candle business
Leanna – working with a school in Newcastle to do some fund raising
Paul – L DN – October was his biggest month, he got 44 new clients
Rachel – in negotiations for a new machine.
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Melissa Cooper
Art of Intimacy www.artofintimacy.com.au
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Casey Targett
Best Signs www.bestsigns.com.au & www.grassads.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts www.voiceconcepts.com.au
Jenny Abourizk:
Job Centre Australia www.jobcentreaustralia.com.au
Patrick Zuluaga
PMZ Marketing www.pmzmarketing.com.au
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
April Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers www.aiib.com.au
Troy Stolz
C2C Employment Solutions c2csolutions@bigpond.com
Troy Melville
BBX www.bbx.com.au
Carole Smith
Flawless Nails
No Presentation today
Thanks everyone for your participation, hope everyone got something out of it.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Troy Melville
Today we raised $36 for Iris Foundation.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 9thy November – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum - Marama
Welcome to our new visitors
Apologies
Bev, Kathy Maree, Dujon, and Dawn
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)
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $649.55 (including this week’s total) for this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time 9th November
· Coffee Time 23rd November
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons – 27th October and 1st December – Christmas Party
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
November Courses:
2nd Creating a dynamic website
9th Getting the most from your online facilities
16th Doing Business online
23rd Online Networking
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cert IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama in conjunction with the BEC is running Word Press courses on the coast. For more information please contact Marama or the BEC. Dates – 19th of November
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· BEC Christmas Party – see upstairs for bookings.
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with pizazz running on the 28th October. Dress up. $35 per head ($5 from each ticket to the Cancer Foundation) entry fee covers a spooktacular drink on arrival, finger food all night, dancing and DJ, prizes to be won.
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Check out Central Coast Tourism for events on the coast
· NSW Business Chamber Breakfast – Peter Fitzsimmons Thursday the 10th of November - $75 per person.
Reach Out Volunteers
Local youth looking fro sponsorship to help him go across in January 2012 for a mission to Cambodia. Teaching them about fishing, helping them build villages, education to the children and locals. For more information please contact Ben on 0451 126 465
Wins:
Kathy –Maree gave away a client and got 4 back
Kellie – Nominated for awards for business – Insurance
Nicolette- got great feedback and 3 referrals
Jenny – meat at Georges won – micro business & Business of the year 2011 for the Wyong Chamber of Commerce
Leanna – got a distributor for her candle business
Leanna – working with a school in Newcastle to do some fund raising
Paul – L DN – October was his biggest month, he got 44 new clients
Rachel – in negotiations for a new machine.
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Melissa Cooper
Art of Intimacy www.artofintimacy.com.au
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Casey Targett
Best Signs www.bestsigns.com.au & www.grassads.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts www.voiceconcepts.com.au
Jenny Abourizk:
Job Centre Australia www.jobcentreaustralia.com.au
Patrick Zuluaga
PMZ Marketing www.pmzmarketing.com.au
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
April Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers www.aiib.com.au
Troy Stolz
C2C Employment Solutions c2csolutions@bigpond.com
Troy Melville
BBX www.bbx.com.au
Carole Smith
Flawless Nails
No Presentation today
Thanks everyone for your participation, hope everyone got something out of it.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Troy Melville
Today we raised $36 for Iris Foundation.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 9thy November – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum - Marama
Thursday, October 20, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes - 12th October 2011
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors
Apologies
Bev, Toni Fountain, Kathy Maree, Dujon, Tony Bourke, Kellie Targett, Selma Sancar and Patrick
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)
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $613.55 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
Networking:
· Coffee Time 26th October
· Coffee Time 9th November
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons – 27th October and 1st December – Christmas Party
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
26/9/11 – Import/Export for your business - $195
27/9/11 – Import/Export for you business - $195
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cert IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama in conjunction with the BEC is running Word Press courses on the coast. For more information please contact Marama or the BEC. Dates – 19th of November
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· B2B Tonight at Koonidah
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with pizazz running on the 28th October. Dress up. $35 per head ($5 from each ticket to the Cancer Foundation) entry fee covers a spooktacular drink on arrival, finger food all night, dancing and DJ, prizes to be won.
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Check out Central Coast Tourism for events on the coast
· NSW Business Chamber Breakfast – Peter Fitzsimmons Thursday the 10th of November - $75 per person.
Wins:
- New Board for the Northern Lakes Business Chamber – Congratulations to Mark Izzard – President, Kate Morris, Paul McCarty and Tarnia Gurney for executive members
- Tarnia nominated and a finalist in the Wyong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards
- George from Meat at Georges nominated and finalist in the Wyong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.
- Unique Security nominated and a finalist in the Wyong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards
- Kate has been nominated for the BEC Board
- Rob – organise 3 major deals and hired 3 new staff
- Kathy Bree- has new clients on board for the newspaper
- Leanna is in talks with a distributor for her candles.
- Marama – running a word press course with BEC
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Kathy Bree
Coffee News www.coffeenews.com.au
Karen Teunissen
CRS Australia www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Dawn
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Rob Buckworth
Interactive Telecoms www.interactivetelecoms.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Lisa Moyle
Westpac – Lake Haven Small Business Manager www.westpac.com
No Presentation today – open forum on ways to improve your business.
Information utilised from Toyne Business Consultants – 20 ways to improve your business.
the turnover in your business is made up of just 3 factors;
The number of customers you have
The number of times those customers buy from you, and
The average value of each sale you make to them.
By increasing any or all of these factors…. you increase your turnover. Do you know these figures for your business?
Open discussion
o About how to do this point - Working out averages.
Identify what makes the product or service you sell, different from your competitors… then tell everyone.
Customers buy the differences they perceive. So you need to have them thinking about what you want, when they make a buying decision.
Open discussion on:
o Total Solution – what the client needs
o Pay for what you use and not for what you don’t
o Packages
o Offer a special
Referrals are the most cost effective form of marketing and often provide the most converted leads to sales.
Do you have a system for measuring, rewarding and maximising the referrals to your business?
What networking activities are you involved in to enable you to received referrals?
Do you ask your current customers for referrals?
o Referrals – ask for more
o Referrals are free
o Use free referrals, do not swap money or product for referrals – it keeps it open and each part knows what is expected.
o If someone gives you a referral, make sure they have used them as well. Not someone told you to use them.
o Build rapport with your clients
o Build rapport with your referral partners.
o Thank people for their referrals.
o Don’t expect them
o Test and measure where your referrals are coming from. How did the client get your details
o Costing for advertising through measuring – TV, radio, paper, etc
o Build relationships between businesses to refer to each other
o Know what other business people do so you can refer
Use the first sale to a customer as a lead in for future sales.
It is much easier to sell to an existing customer than a new one. Identify what further sales you can make to the customer. E.g.; maintenance items, add on products, or more sales of the same product.
Open Discussion
o Up sell, cross sell and bundle
o Working with others in business to sell to clients. E.g. – financial planner/mortgage broker; Conveyancer/mortgage broker/real estate agent.
Keep a current database of your existing, past and potential customers.
Not only does this allow follow up sales to be made easily (for the previous tip), it allows you to keep in contact with your customers. You can spend your marketing budget efficiently if you can target your customers. It will also allow you to keep your name in the minds of your customers.
Open Discussion
o Keeping in touch with people.
o Create a flow chart and spreadsheet to help you
o Phone clients
o Letters to clients
o Visit platinum clients
o Send cards
o Send emails
o Basic account management builds relationship gives referrals.
o Example below
Client
Existing
New
Potential
Phone
Email
Visit
When
Kate Thomas
y
y
Weekly
Mick Smith
y
y
y
y
Monthly
John Brown
y
y
quarterly
Thanks everyone for your participation, hope everyone got something out of it.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Nicolette
Today we raised $41 for Iris Foundation + a fine from Kate of $2.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 26th Of October – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum
Welcome to our new visitors
Apologies
Bev, Toni Fountain, Kathy Maree, Dujon, Tony Bourke, Kellie Targett, Selma Sancar and Patrick
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)
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $613.55 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
Networking:
· Coffee Time 26th October
· Coffee Time 9th November
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons – 27th October and 1st December – Christmas Party
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
26/9/11 – Import/Export for your business - $195
27/9/11 – Import/Export for you business - $195
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cert IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama in conjunction with the BEC is running Word Press courses on the coast. For more information please contact Marama or the BEC. Dates – 19th of November
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· B2B Tonight at Koonidah
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with pizazz running on the 28th October. Dress up. $35 per head ($5 from each ticket to the Cancer Foundation) entry fee covers a spooktacular drink on arrival, finger food all night, dancing and DJ, prizes to be won.
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Check out Central Coast Tourism for events on the coast
· NSW Business Chamber Breakfast – Peter Fitzsimmons Thursday the 10th of November - $75 per person.
Wins:
- New Board for the Northern Lakes Business Chamber – Congratulations to Mark Izzard – President, Kate Morris, Paul McCarty and Tarnia Gurney for executive members
- Tarnia nominated and a finalist in the Wyong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards
- George from Meat at Georges nominated and finalist in the Wyong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.
- Unique Security nominated and a finalist in the Wyong Chamber of Commerce Business Awards
- Kate has been nominated for the BEC Board
- Rob – organise 3 major deals and hired 3 new staff
- Kathy Bree- has new clients on board for the newspaper
- Leanna is in talks with a distributor for her candles.
- Marama – running a word press course with BEC
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Kathy Bree
Coffee News www.coffeenews.com.au
Karen Teunissen
CRS Australia www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Dawn
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Rob Buckworth
Interactive Telecoms www.interactivetelecoms.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Lisa Moyle
Westpac – Lake Haven Small Business Manager www.westpac.com
No Presentation today – open forum on ways to improve your business.
Information utilised from Toyne Business Consultants – 20 ways to improve your business.
the turnover in your business is made up of just 3 factors;
The number of customers you have
The number of times those customers buy from you, and
The average value of each sale you make to them.
By increasing any or all of these factors…. you increase your turnover. Do you know these figures for your business?
Open discussion
o About how to do this point - Working out averages.
Identify what makes the product or service you sell, different from your competitors… then tell everyone.
Customers buy the differences they perceive. So you need to have them thinking about what you want, when they make a buying decision.
Open discussion on:
o Total Solution – what the client needs
o Pay for what you use and not for what you don’t
o Packages
o Offer a special
Referrals are the most cost effective form of marketing and often provide the most converted leads to sales.
Do you have a system for measuring, rewarding and maximising the referrals to your business?
What networking activities are you involved in to enable you to received referrals?
Do you ask your current customers for referrals?
o Referrals – ask for more
o Referrals are free
o Use free referrals, do not swap money or product for referrals – it keeps it open and each part knows what is expected.
o If someone gives you a referral, make sure they have used them as well. Not someone told you to use them.
o Build rapport with your clients
o Build rapport with your referral partners.
o Thank people for their referrals.
o Don’t expect them
o Test and measure where your referrals are coming from. How did the client get your details
o Costing for advertising through measuring – TV, radio, paper, etc
o Build relationships between businesses to refer to each other
o Know what other business people do so you can refer
Use the first sale to a customer as a lead in for future sales.
It is much easier to sell to an existing customer than a new one. Identify what further sales you can make to the customer. E.g.; maintenance items, add on products, or more sales of the same product.
Open Discussion
o Up sell, cross sell and bundle
o Working with others in business to sell to clients. E.g. – financial planner/mortgage broker; Conveyancer/mortgage broker/real estate agent.
Keep a current database of your existing, past and potential customers.
Not only does this allow follow up sales to be made easily (for the previous tip), it allows you to keep in contact with your customers. You can spend your marketing budget efficiently if you can target your customers. It will also allow you to keep your name in the minds of your customers.
Open Discussion
o Keeping in touch with people.
o Create a flow chart and spreadsheet to help you
o Phone clients
o Letters to clients
o Visit platinum clients
o Send cards
o Send emails
o Basic account management builds relationship gives referrals.
o Example below
Client
Existing
New
Potential
Phone
Visit
When
Kate Thomas
y
y
Weekly
Mick Smith
y
y
y
y
Monthly
John Brown
y
y
quarterly
Thanks everyone for your participation, hope everyone got something out of it.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Nicolette
Today we raised $41 for Iris Foundation + a fine from Kate of $2.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 26th Of October – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes - 28th September 2011
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors
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)
Apologises:
Paul, Selma, April & Mark, Dawn & Bev.
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $572.55 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
We are organising 3 tables at the Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Wyong Race Club. Tuesday the 1st of November. Tickets are $70 and we have 8 seats per table. If you wish to come along, please book in with me in the next 4 weeks. Payment is the NOW.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 12th October
· Coffee Time 26th October
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 27th October
o 1st December – Christmas Party
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with pizazz running on the 28th October. Dress up. $35 per head ($5 from each ticket to the Cancer Foundation) entry fee covers a spooktacular drink on arrival, finger food all night, dancing and DJ, prizes to be won.
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
Networking Events:
· Rotary Awards Night – 12th October – contact Mark Izzard for more information
· Rotary - 29th October Oktoberfest $45/head at the Halekulani Club. Cost includes a 2 course meal and entertainment
· Girls night in- Kate is the Central Coast Ambassador for the Cancer Foundation
o 28th October 2011- Tuggerah Zenith Centre
o 6th October 2011 - Rojo Rocket
· Rugby 7s - 8th October 2011 –Morrie Breen Oval, cultural festival and fire works.
· Promote- Graham Eadies son’s is riding through the Central Coast on the 10th October – raising money and awareness for cancer.
· Northern Lakes Chamber AGM and meeting 11th October 2011.
Wins:
- Kate – in Express Advocate for Cancer Foundation
- Tarnia – a finalist in the BWC award – Community service
- Tarnia - nominated for Wyong Chamber awards – community service and small business
- Tarnia - nominated for the FINSIA awards
- Tarnia – has been nominated for the Northern Lakes Chamber as the Treasurer
- Nicolette – 3 calls in 3 hours all for wedding photography on the same day.
- Nicolette – new website and blog starting
- Marama – hosting for websites now
- Marama – word press course to be in October with BEC
- Rachel – New Client Lead- Large local company have asked for quotes
-
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Natalie Williams
ET Australia www.etaustralia.com.au
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
No Presentation today – open forum on Customer Service
What is customer service?
Friendly service
A smile
A good tone in voice
Communication
Acknowledging people
Acknowledging inquiries
Being prompt
Time saving – response to email straight away
Not letting your customer run you
Pick up the phone – 3 rings
Polite attitude
Other things on customer service
Set block times – morning, lunch and afternoon for emails.
Skype no.s – normal calls coming in to your business through skype
Customers are always right
There are some customers that we do not need in our business
Rudeness from customers should not be tolerated
Rudeness from team members who don’t know their job – make sure staff have job descriptions
If you cant help someone, find someone that can
Refer customers to other people.
Ring people back within a service response time – not 2 weeks later. Within 24 hrs, or the next business day
Make an effort
Treat all clients/customers the same. Whether small or big. Same service, you never know when the small ones become big ones.
Not being selfish with your knowledge
Do surveys on your clients – ask your clients what they want.
Utilise survey monkey – free.
Survey Questions for your clients:
o How did you decide to use our company to assist with you business insurance?
o How does my "service" compare to other providers you use?
o Is there anything that stands out or impresses you most?
o I am considering diversifying my services/product lines. Are there any products in particular that would interest you?
o Is there anything I can do better?
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Natalie Williams.
Today we raised $26 for Iris Foundation
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 12th October – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum
Welcome to our new visitors
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)
Apologises:
Paul, Selma, April & Mark, Dawn & Bev.
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $572.55 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
We are organising 3 tables at the Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Wyong Race Club. Tuesday the 1st of November. Tickets are $70 and we have 8 seats per table. If you wish to come along, please book in with me in the next 4 weeks. Payment is the NOW.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 12th October
· Coffee Time 26th October
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 27th October
o 1st December – Christmas Party
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with pizazz running on the 28th October. Dress up. $35 per head ($5 from each ticket to the Cancer Foundation) entry fee covers a spooktacular drink on arrival, finger food all night, dancing and DJ, prizes to be won.
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
Networking Events:
· Rotary Awards Night – 12th October – contact Mark Izzard for more information
· Rotary - 29th October Oktoberfest $45/head at the Halekulani Club. Cost includes a 2 course meal and entertainment
· Girls night in- Kate is the Central Coast Ambassador for the Cancer Foundation
o 28th October 2011- Tuggerah Zenith Centre
o 6th October 2011 - Rojo Rocket
· Rugby 7s - 8th October 2011 –Morrie Breen Oval, cultural festival and fire works.
· Promote- Graham Eadies son’s is riding through the Central Coast on the 10th October – raising money and awareness for cancer.
· Northern Lakes Chamber AGM and meeting 11th October 2011.
Wins:
- Kate – in Express Advocate for Cancer Foundation
- Tarnia – a finalist in the BWC award – Community service
- Tarnia - nominated for Wyong Chamber awards – community service and small business
- Tarnia - nominated for the FINSIA awards
- Tarnia – has been nominated for the Northern Lakes Chamber as the Treasurer
- Nicolette – 3 calls in 3 hours all for wedding photography on the same day.
- Nicolette – new website and blog starting
- Marama – hosting for websites now
- Marama – word press course to be in October with BEC
- Rachel – New Client Lead- Large local company have asked for quotes
-
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Natalie Williams
ET Australia www.etaustralia.com.au
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
No Presentation today – open forum on Customer Service
What is customer service?
Friendly service
A smile
A good tone in voice
Communication
Acknowledging people
Acknowledging inquiries
Being prompt
Time saving – response to email straight away
Not letting your customer run you
Pick up the phone – 3 rings
Polite attitude
Other things on customer service
Set block times – morning, lunch and afternoon for emails.
Skype no.s – normal calls coming in to your business through skype
Customers are always right
There are some customers that we do not need in our business
Rudeness from customers should not be tolerated
Rudeness from team members who don’t know their job – make sure staff have job descriptions
If you cant help someone, find someone that can
Refer customers to other people.
Ring people back within a service response time – not 2 weeks later. Within 24 hrs, or the next business day
Make an effort
Treat all clients/customers the same. Whether small or big. Same service, you never know when the small ones become big ones.
Not being selfish with your knowledge
Do surveys on your clients – ask your clients what they want.
Utilise survey monkey – free.
Survey Questions for your clients:
o How did you decide to use our company to assist with you business insurance?
o How does my "service" compare to other providers you use?
o Is there anything that stands out or impresses you most?
o I am considering diversifying my services/product lines. Are there any products in particular that would interest you?
o Is there anything I can do better?
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Natalie Williams.
Today we raised $26 for Iris Foundation
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 12th October – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum
Wednesday, September 21, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes - 14th September 2011
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors
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)
Apologises:
Kate, Mel, Selma, April & Mark, Dawn & Bev.
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $546.55 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
We are organising 3 tables at the Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Wyong Race Club. Tuesday the 1st of November. Tickets are $70 and we have 8 seats per table. If you wish to come along, please book in with me in the next 4 weeks. Payment is the 30/9/11.
So far we have booked in: 14 booked which are 2 tables, and need to let Kate know if we need another table.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 28th September
· Coffee Time 12th October
· Coffee Time 26th October
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 1st December – Christmas Party
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
26/9/11 – Import/Export for your business - $195
27/9/11 – Import/Export for you business - $195
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cert IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with pizazz running on the 28th October. Dress up. $35 per head ($5 from each ticket to the Cancer Foundation) entry fee covers a spooktacular drink on arrival, finger food all night, dancing and DJ,, prizes to be won.
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
Wins:
- Leanna – new candle business
- Kathy-Maree – got a client back she thought she had lost
- Tarnia – nominated for BWC awards – Community service and Small Business
- Tarnia nominated for Wyong Chamber awards – community service and small business
- Kathy- Maree starting a bookkeepers networking group
- Nicolette – has her calendar to sell – front cover of NZ calendar
- Nicolette – picked up 2 new wedding for central coast and NZ
- Tarnia has lost 16 cm off her waist.
- Marama – running a word press course with BEC
- Marama – just picked up a large client – 4 major Australian websites to be revamped
-
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Kathy Bree
Coffee News www.coffeenews.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Amanda Lott
SVPartners www.svp.com.au
No Presentation today – open forum
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Kathy Bree.
Today we raised $25.50 for Iris Foundation
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 28th September – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum – Customer Service
Welcome to our new visitors
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)
Apologises:
Kate, Mel, Selma, April & Mark, Dawn & Bev.
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $546.55 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who was here last meeting? Who remembers what we talked about? Did we put into practice? How did we go?
Insurance – check your policies, make sure not under insured.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
We are organising 3 tables at the Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Wyong Race Club. Tuesday the 1st of November. Tickets are $70 and we have 8 seats per table. If you wish to come along, please book in with me in the next 4 weeks. Payment is the 30/9/11.
So far we have booked in: 14 booked which are 2 tables, and need to let Kate know if we need another table.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 28th September
· Coffee Time 12th October
· Coffee Time 26th October
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 1st December – Christmas Party
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
26/9/11 – Import/Export for your business - $195
27/9/11 – Import/Export for you business - $195
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cert IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Halloween Girls Night in – Events with pizazz running on the 28th October. Dress up. $35 per head ($5 from each ticket to the Cancer Foundation) entry fee covers a spooktacular drink on arrival, finger food all night, dancing and DJ,, prizes to be won.
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
Wins:
- Leanna – new candle business
- Kathy-Maree – got a client back she thought she had lost
- Tarnia – nominated for BWC awards – Community service and Small Business
- Tarnia nominated for Wyong Chamber awards – community service and small business
- Kathy- Maree starting a bookkeepers networking group
- Nicolette – has her calendar to sell – front cover of NZ calendar
- Nicolette – picked up 2 new wedding for central coast and NZ
- Tarnia has lost 16 cm off her waist.
- Marama – running a word press course with BEC
- Marama – just picked up a large client – 4 major Australian websites to be revamped
-
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Kathy Bree
Coffee News www.coffeenews.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Amanda Lott
SVPartners www.svp.com.au
No Presentation today – open forum
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
The winner of the raffle today was – Kathy Bree.
Today we raised $25.50 for Iris Foundation
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 28th September – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum – Customer Service
Wednesday, August 24, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes for 28th August 2011
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors – Patrick, Larissa, Rachel and Rachel
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)
Apologises:
Kathy Maree, Andrea Marth, Kathy Bree, Toni Fountain, Amanda, Selma Sancar, Casey Targett, Leanna, Dawn & Bev.
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will be no tolerance for bullying or intimidation. If this happens you will be asked to leave. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Today’s Fund Raising - Daffodil Day.
I am selling badges, key rings, and clips. If you would like to purchase one please come and see me.
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $521.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who booked online for the small business website expo? It’s a free expo website for 6 months. Then we believe it will be $99 for the next 6 months. Great exposure to the community.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
We are organising 2 tables at the Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Wyong Race Club. Tuesday the 1st of November. Tickets are $70 and we have 8 seats per table. If you wish to come along, please book in with me in the next 4 weeks. Payment is the 30/9/11.
So far we have booked in: 14 booked which are 2 tables, and need to let Kate know if we need another table.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 28th September
· Coffee Time 12th October
· Coffee Time 26th October
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 1st December – Christmas Party
Expo’s in 2011
· 10th and 11th September is the Parenting and Baby Expo on the coast at Mingara. For more information, please contact Dave at 2GO/Seafm
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
31/8/11 – MYOB – tips tricks and more $85
13/9/11 – Maximising profits - $65
26/9/11 – Import/Export for your business - $195
27/9/11 – Import/Export for you business - $195
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
Wins:
- Lyn Thompson – Events with a Twist has been nominated and become a finalist in the Australian Events Awards
- Patrick – elected to The Entrance Chamber Commerce as a board member
- Kate Morris – has been elected to the Northern Lakes Business Chamber as an Executive Member and the Events Co-ordinator.
- Kate Morris – has been walking the dog, rather than taking him for a walk in the car.
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
April Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Lyn Thompson
Buy Local online/ LBH Promotions/ B2B www.b2bwithatwist.com.au
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers www.aiib.com.au
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
Rachel
Wild Side Brides www.wildsidebrides.com.au
Patrick Zuluaga
PMZ Marketing www.pmzmarketing.com.au
Larissa Breen
FMS Accounting Services www.fmsgroup.com.au
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Today’s Presentation: Tony Bourke on Insurances
Insurance tips and Traps
- Under insurance penalties are severe:
- Example – Contents Sum Insured on Office Policy $50,000
o Actual Full replacement value should have been $100,000
o Storm Claim – contents damage is $40,000 to repair and replace
o Insurer only pays $20,000 as client is under insured by 50%
- Solution – Valuation or pre loss Assessment:
o Can cost as little as $650 for a pre loss assessment and in some cases insurers will remove the under insurance penalty from the policy.
- Questions from group:
o Insurance for Markets and stall holders.
§ Market organisers need to have their own insurance
§ Each stall holder should have their own insurance
§ You cannot on sell insurance to the stall holders
§ You can get one off policies or annual policies
§ Go online to AAMI
§ Cover is for product and public liability
o Home insurance, landlords insurance, contents & building.
§ Not all the same
§ Prices have doubled and tripled since the floods and cyclones in Qld this yr
§ Don’t judge on price
§ Check you are covered for flood/fire/water damage/etc
§ Accidental damage needs to be covered
§ Defined events need to be covered
§ Some insurance companies do not cover for floods
§ Contents include – carpets, window furnishings aswell
o Is it cheaper to pay monthly or yearly and is it good to combine insurances to get a discount.
§ Insurances should be reviewed every 12 months
§ Really no difference between monthly and yearly now
§ Discounts for combining policies. You can do it, but may miss out on a better offer if you have it with a few companies.
o Pricing – Agreed or Indemnity what’s the difference
§ Agreed – is agreed price or replacement for new
§ Indemnity – is market value
o Under /over insured.
§ As mentioned previously, under insurance can work out detrimental to you in a claim
§ Over insurance is not necessary beneficially either
§ Go online to the insurance companies and use the online calculators
o Under 25 drivers on your car
§ Make sure they can buy calling your insurance company.
§ Some insurance companies have clauses
§ Check under 25
§ Own car – maybe get 3rd party property for under 25s if car only worth $1000. (speak to a insurance broker for further information as subject to exclusions and advice)
Thanks Tony for your time and information today.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 14th September – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum – Topic to be decided on the day.
Welcome to our new visitors – Patrick, Larissa, Rachel and Rachel
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)
Apologises:
Kathy Maree, Andrea Marth, Kathy Bree, Toni Fountain, Amanda, Selma Sancar, Casey Targett, Leanna, Dawn & Bev.
Common Courtesy
I have had a couple of members come and speak to me in relation to the meetings. I would ask that we all show common courtesy to each other. Please do not have your own conversations whilst people are speaking. There will be no tolerance for bullying or intimidation. If this happens you will be asked to leave. There will now be a fine for those members who wish to have their own discussions, there will be a $5 fine that is payable to the Iris Foundation
Today’s Fund Raising - Daffodil Day.
I am selling badges, key rings, and clips. If you would like to purchase one please come and see me.
Update on our Raffle?
This year we have raised $521.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 110 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who booked online for the small business website expo? It’s a free expo website for 6 months. Then we believe it will be $99 for the next 6 months. Great exposure to the community.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
We are organising 2 tables at the Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Wyong Race Club. Tuesday the 1st of November. Tickets are $70 and we have 8 seats per table. If you wish to come along, please book in with me in the next 4 weeks. Payment is the 30/9/11.
So far we have booked in: 14 booked which are 2 tables, and need to let Kate know if we need another table.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 28th September
· Coffee Time 12th October
· Coffee Time 26th October
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 1st December – Christmas Party
Expo’s in 2011
· 10th and 11th September is the Parenting and Baby Expo on the coast at Mingara. For more information, please contact Dave at 2GO/Seafm
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
31/8/11 – MYOB – tips tricks and more $85
13/9/11 – Maximising profits - $65
26/9/11 – Import/Export for your business - $195
27/9/11 – Import/Export for you business - $195
BEC has Memberships available:
- Business Basics Membership - $249.
- Business plus Membership - $748.
For more information, please speak to Darren or Debbie at the BEC – 02 4355 4885
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
Wins:
- Lyn Thompson – Events with a Twist has been nominated and become a finalist in the Australian Events Awards
- Patrick – elected to The Entrance Chamber Commerce as a board member
- Kate Morris – has been elected to the Northern Lakes Business Chamber as an Executive Member and the Events Co-ordinator.
- Kate Morris – has been walking the dog, rather than taking him for a walk in the car.
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
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
April Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Lyn Thompson
Buy Local online/ LBH Promotions/ B2B www.b2bwithatwist.com.au
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers www.aiib.com.au
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Rachel Dillon
Elite Embroidery eliteembroidery1@yahoo.com
Rachel
Wild Side Brides www.wildsidebrides.com.au
Patrick Zuluaga
PMZ Marketing www.pmzmarketing.com.au
Larissa Breen
FMS Accounting Services www.fmsgroup.com.au
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Today’s Presentation: Tony Bourke on Insurances
Insurance tips and Traps
- Under insurance penalties are severe:
- Example – Contents Sum Insured on Office Policy $50,000
o Actual Full replacement value should have been $100,000
o Storm Claim – contents damage is $40,000 to repair and replace
o Insurer only pays $20,000 as client is under insured by 50%
- Solution – Valuation or pre loss Assessment:
o Can cost as little as $650 for a pre loss assessment and in some cases insurers will remove the under insurance penalty from the policy.
- Questions from group:
o Insurance for Markets and stall holders.
§ Market organisers need to have their own insurance
§ Each stall holder should have their own insurance
§ You cannot on sell insurance to the stall holders
§ You can get one off policies or annual policies
§ Go online to AAMI
§ Cover is for product and public liability
o Home insurance, landlords insurance, contents & building.
§ Not all the same
§ Prices have doubled and tripled since the floods and cyclones in Qld this yr
§ Don’t judge on price
§ Check you are covered for flood/fire/water damage/etc
§ Accidental damage needs to be covered
§ Defined events need to be covered
§ Some insurance companies do not cover for floods
§ Contents include – carpets, window furnishings aswell
o Is it cheaper to pay monthly or yearly and is it good to combine insurances to get a discount.
§ Insurances should be reviewed every 12 months
§ Really no difference between monthly and yearly now
§ Discounts for combining policies. You can do it, but may miss out on a better offer if you have it with a few companies.
o Pricing – Agreed or Indemnity what’s the difference
§ Agreed – is agreed price or replacement for new
§ Indemnity – is market value
o Under /over insured.
§ As mentioned previously, under insurance can work out detrimental to you in a claim
§ Over insurance is not necessary beneficially either
§ Go online to the insurance companies and use the online calculators
o Under 25 drivers on your car
§ Make sure they can buy calling your insurance company.
§ Some insurance companies have clauses
§ Check under 25
§ Own car – maybe get 3rd party property for under 25s if car only worth $1000. (speak to a insurance broker for further information as subject to exclusions and advice)
Thanks Tony for your time and information today.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 14th September – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Open Forum – Topic to be decided on the day.
Sunday, August 14, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes - 10.8.11
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors.
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)
Common Courtesy
Note – Please have courtesy for others who are speaking. We have had a few complaints due to people having their own conversations within the meeting. Please respect the others while they are speaking. As of July 2011 there will be a $1 fine, all money will be going to the IRIS foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This weeks raffle raised $22.00 bring the total raised $521.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 105 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who has started with their goal setting?
If not create a goal, make the first step towards it.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Iris Foundation raised approximately $65,000 for the Slither and Slumber Sleep out on the 5th August. All had a fun night. Money raised goes to Coast Shelter and Iris Foundation. They had new sleeping bags donated, and then they were donated to the coast shelter and the homeless in Gosford. Thanks to all who supported the night out. It is nice to see the Central Coast getting behind each other and helping those in need.
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
We are organising 2 tables at the Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Wyong Race Club. Tuesday the 1st of November. Tickets are $70 and we have 8 seats per table. If you wish to come along, please book in with me in the next 4 weeks. Payment is the 30/9/11.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 24th August
· Coffee Time 14th September
· Coffee Time 28th September
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
o September 7th
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 1st September
o 1st December
Expo’s in 2011
· 10th and 11th September is the Parenting and Baby Expo on the coast at Mingara. For more information, please contact Dave at 2GO/Seafm
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
31/8/11 – MYOB – tips tricks and more $85
13/9/11 – Maximising profits - $65
26/9/11 – Import/Export for your business - $195
27/9/11 – Import/Export for you business - $195
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama is running a Word Press course. $190 for coffee time members. Please contact Marama for more.
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
Wins:
Iris Foundation raised $64K at the sleep out
Kate – Been nominated and elected to the executive committee for the Northern Lakes Business Chamber
Kate – Has had venues contact her to organise some functions there for them
Mingles at Wyong has moved from Wyong to Tuggerah’s the Edge Bar & Café as of August.
Leanna – has been picked to be a judge in Australia’s Lingerie Model Competition in Brisbane next month.
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
Dawn & Bev
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Amanda Lott
SVPartners www.svp.com.au
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Derek Taylor
Business NSW derek.taylor@business.nsw.gov.au or www.business.nsw.gov.au
Matt Halliday
Inspired Bookkeeping www.inspiredbookkeeping.com.au
Today’s Presentation: Derek Taylor on the NSW Business
Now known as the Dept. of NSW Trade and Investment
Was known as DSRD and Dept. of Infrastructure & Investment
Located at Ourimbah
Work with businesses on the coast
Work with businesses relocating to the coast
Work with mainly medium to large businesses
Work with employers with job growth
Provide financial and non financial support to businesses
Relocation of businesses
Assistance with expansion
Business growth programs for business in manufacturing.
May include > $5000 funding for marketing activities – e.g.: website creation, tradeshows, newsletters
For businesses 2 or more staff and 2 years+ of trading.
Not available for professional businesses or retail.
Job Action plan
medium to large businesses
businesses who pay payroll tax
$4000 /new employee
Non Financial Assistance
Business needs advice for
Red tape
Leasing
Put in touch with other businesses
Networking events
Training sessions
Seminars
Council
Development
Work with Government depts. & non Government depts.
BEC
NSW Business Chamber
Local Chambers
September is small business month. We are running an online expo. Where businesses can upload their business to the website.
Expo online
Free
All categories
Must be Central Coast
Running all month
For more information on the online FREE EXPO -
Small Business September 2011
The Central Coast Online Business Expo
"Be a part of this exciting Event, it’s Easy and it’s FREE"
To help celebrate Small Business September, we are holding a free "Online Small Business Expo" during the month of September.Supported by NSW Trade and Investment and Regional Development Australia Central Coast, the Business Expo is an innovative and interactive online expo event that is available 24/7.
It lets you look, learn and experience everything you would normally find at a regular business expo without having to leave the comfort of your chair. Explore businesses around the Central Coast region from a variety of categories such as health, beauty and fitness, travel and accommodation, retail shopping, IT and computers, entertainment, restaurants, real estate, home and garden, automotive and boating, financial services, weddings and events, professional services, trades, sport and recreation, manufacturing, education, government, food and beverage, medical, charities, and much more.
No matter what you are looking for, the Central Coast Online Business Expo will have something for you.
Benefits to your business by being an Exhibitor include:
Getting your message in front of customers 24/7
eCommerce facilities to assist your sales
Video and slide show facilities
Blog facilities and chat session
Your exhibition stand can even act as your own website if you currently do not have one
Your Business Expo exhibition stand is a full online multimedia facility to help drive your business, brand and sales forward
Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of this exciting online event.
www.ccbusinessshowcase.com.au
To be involved, simply email your interests to Derek Taylor at derek.taylor@business.nsw.gov.au
Thanks Derek for your time and information today.
Today we raised $22 (included in total for year). Thanks for your support. Today’s winner is Kate Morris, Thanks to Kathy-Maree who has donated today’s prize.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 24th August – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Tony Bourke – Business Insurance
Welcome to our new visitors.
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)
Common Courtesy
Note – Please have courtesy for others who are speaking. We have had a few complaints due to people having their own conversations within the meeting. Please respect the others while they are speaking. As of July 2011 there will be a $1 fine, all money will be going to the IRIS foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This weeks raffle raised $22.00 bring the total raised $521.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 105 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Who has started with their goal setting?
If not create a goal, make the first step towards it.
Workcover
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Updates
Iris Foundation raised approximately $65,000 for the Slither and Slumber Sleep out on the 5th August. All had a fun night. Money raised goes to Coast Shelter and Iris Foundation. They had new sleeping bags donated, and then they were donated to the coast shelter and the homeless in Gosford. Thanks to all who supported the night out. It is nice to see the Central Coast getting behind each other and helping those in need.
Next Coffee Time – Networking Event – Melbourne Cup
We are organising 2 tables at the Melbourne Cup Luncheon at Wyong Race Club. Tuesday the 1st of November. Tickets are $70 and we have 8 seats per table. If you wish to come along, please book in with me in the next 4 weeks. Payment is the 30/9/11.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 24th August
· Coffee Time 14th September
· Coffee Time 28th September
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
o September 7th
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 1st September
o 1st December
Expo’s in 2011
· 10th and 11th September is the Parenting and Baby Expo on the coast at Mingara. For more information, please contact Dave at 2GO/Seafm
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
31/8/11 – MYOB – tips tricks and more $85
13/9/11 – Maximising profits - $65
26/9/11 – Import/Export for your business - $195
27/9/11 – Import/Export for you business - $195
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama is running a Word Press course. $190 for coffee time members. Please contact Marama for more.
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
Wins:
Iris Foundation raised $64K at the sleep out
Kate – Been nominated and elected to the executive committee for the Northern Lakes Business Chamber
Kate – Has had venues contact her to organise some functions there for them
Mingles at Wyong has moved from Wyong to Tuggerah’s the Edge Bar & Café as of August.
Leanna – has been picked to be a judge in Australia’s Lingerie Model Competition in Brisbane next month.
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
Dawn & Bev
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Leeanna
Intimate Whispers www.intimatewhispers.com.au
Amanda Lott
SVPartners www.svp.com.au
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Derek Taylor
Business NSW derek.taylor@business.nsw.gov.au or www.business.nsw.gov.au
Matt Halliday
Inspired Bookkeeping www.inspiredbookkeeping.com.au
Today’s Presentation: Derek Taylor on the NSW Business
Now known as the Dept. of NSW Trade and Investment
Was known as DSRD and Dept. of Infrastructure & Investment
Located at Ourimbah
Work with businesses on the coast
Work with businesses relocating to the coast
Work with mainly medium to large businesses
Work with employers with job growth
Provide financial and non financial support to businesses
Relocation of businesses
Assistance with expansion
Business growth programs for business in manufacturing.
May include > $5000 funding for marketing activities – e.g.: website creation, tradeshows, newsletters
For businesses 2 or more staff and 2 years+ of trading.
Not available for professional businesses or retail.
Job Action plan
medium to large businesses
businesses who pay payroll tax
$4000 /new employee
Non Financial Assistance
Business needs advice for
Red tape
Leasing
Put in touch with other businesses
Networking events
Training sessions
Seminars
Council
Development
Work with Government depts. & non Government depts.
BEC
NSW Business Chamber
Local Chambers
September is small business month. We are running an online expo. Where businesses can upload their business to the website.
Expo online
Free
All categories
Must be Central Coast
Running all month
For more information on the online FREE EXPO -
Small Business September 2011
The Central Coast Online Business Expo
"Be a part of this exciting Event, it’s Easy and it’s FREE"
To help celebrate Small Business September, we are holding a free "Online Small Business Expo" during the month of September.Supported by NSW Trade and Investment and Regional Development Australia Central Coast, the Business Expo is an innovative and interactive online expo event that is available 24/7.
It lets you look, learn and experience everything you would normally find at a regular business expo without having to leave the comfort of your chair. Explore businesses around the Central Coast region from a variety of categories such as health, beauty and fitness, travel and accommodation, retail shopping, IT and computers, entertainment, restaurants, real estate, home and garden, automotive and boating, financial services, weddings and events, professional services, trades, sport and recreation, manufacturing, education, government, food and beverage, medical, charities, and much more.
No matter what you are looking for, the Central Coast Online Business Expo will have something for you.
Benefits to your business by being an Exhibitor include:
Getting your message in front of customers 24/7
eCommerce facilities to assist your sales
Video and slide show facilities
Blog facilities and chat session
Your exhibition stand can even act as your own website if you currently do not have one
Your Business Expo exhibition stand is a full online multimedia facility to help drive your business, brand and sales forward
Don’t miss the opportunity to be a part of this exciting online event.
www.ccbusinessshowcase.com.au
To be involved, simply email your interests to Derek Taylor at derek.taylor@business.nsw.gov.au
Thanks Derek for your time and information today.
Today we raised $22 (included in total for year). Thanks for your support. Today’s winner is Kate Morris, Thanks to Kathy-Maree who has donated today’s prize.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 24th August – arrive 10.25am for 10.30 start – sharp
Presentation – Tony Bourke – Business Insurance
Tuesday, August 2, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes 27th July 11
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Kate
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)
Common Courtesy
Note – Please have courtesy for others who are speaking. We have had a few complaints due to people having their own conversations within the meeting. Please respect the others while they are speaking. As of July 2011 there will be a $1 fine, all money will be going to the IRIS foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This weeks raffle raised $53.00 bring the total raised $499.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 105 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Work Cover offer
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time
o 10th aUGUST
o 24th August
· fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
o August 3rd
o September 7th
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 11th August – at the Diggers The Entrance
o 1st September
o 1st December
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
· Book now and sign up – and you will get couple of months for free (coffee time members only)
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
20/7/11 – Sales & Marketing Part A $65
27/7/11 – Sales & Marketing Part B $65
2/8/11 – Business Marketing – Seven secrets for business owners - $65
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama is running a Word Press course. $190 for coffee time members. Please contact Marama for more.
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Slither and Slumber – Friday the 5th August at the Australian Reptile Park.
· 13th August $85 Black Tie Ball at Wyong Race Club
Wins:
Nicolette – Had one of her pictures in NZ will be used in a NZ 2012 Calendar. Won a world wide award for the photo. It will be on the cover of the calendar and in April.
Selma & Shaun secured a new contract with Cameron Park Community Centre to install their phone systems
Selma has been invited to speak a forums in Newcastle
Bev – has Chris Holstein sleeping out in the cold on 5th of August for the slither and slumber
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
Bev
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts www.voiceconcepts.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing www.essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Kathy Bree
Coffee News www.coffeenews.com.au
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers www.aiib.com.au
Tim Close
Close Financial Group www.closefinancialgroup.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Karen Teunissen
CRS Australia www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Amanda Lott
SVPartners www.svp.com.au
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Kymm Collins
Dressed to sell www.dressedtosell.com.au
Today’s Presentation: Tony Bourke on Goal Setting
Questions from group to Tony:
How to keep focus
How to keep on track of your goals
Prioritising
Flexible – how to be
Discussion:
Who has a goal?
Who has their goals on them (wallet/diary)
People don’t set goals as they don’t know how to
Goals motivate you
You only need to take the 1st step
Commit to something
Go to www.tonybourke.com.au to get the goal sheets.
People who wrote down a goal, a year later, 80% had accomplished them
Be specific about a goal
E.g.- I want a car
I will have a silver ix35 2011 Hyundai by 1.11.11
Be grateful: I am happy and grateful for…..
Imagine: How does it look in your mind/picture
Feel: get a good feeling/ excitement for it
Good book to read is: Mike Dooley – Don’t mess with the cursed how’s!
Be persistent
If it doesn’t happen, change the date
Be comfortable
By having a goal, you are in the top 10% in the world
Read your goals daily, and as much as you can
Make the first step
Don’t forget to stay in the moment – enjoy the journey
Watch what the voice in your head says. Stay positive. If it is negative, drop it & let go.
Focus on the next step
Stay on track by reading your goals regularly.
Thanks Tony for your time and information today.
Today we raised $53(included in total for year). Thanks for your support. Today’s winner is Mark Izzard. Thanks to Kathy Maree who has donated today’s prize.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 10th August
PRESENTATION: Derek Taylor – NSW Regional Business
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Kate
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)
Common Courtesy
Note – Please have courtesy for others who are speaking. We have had a few complaints due to people having their own conversations within the meeting. Please respect the others while they are speaking. As of July 2011 there will be a $1 fine, all money will be going to the IRIS foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This weeks raffle raised $53.00 bring the total raised $499.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 105 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Work Cover offer
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time
o 10th aUGUST
o 24th August
· fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
o August 3rd
o September 7th
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 11th August – at the Diggers The Entrance
o 1st September
o 1st December
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
· Book now and sign up – and you will get couple of months for free (coffee time members only)
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
20/7/11 – Sales & Marketing Part A $65
27/7/11 – Sales & Marketing Part B $65
2/8/11 – Business Marketing – Seven secrets for business owners - $65
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama is running a Word Press course. $190 for coffee time members. Please contact Marama for more.
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Slither and Slumber – Friday the 5th August at the Australian Reptile Park.
· 13th August $85 Black Tie Ball at Wyong Race Club
Wins:
Nicolette – Had one of her pictures in NZ will be used in a NZ 2012 Calendar. Won a world wide award for the photo. It will be on the cover of the calendar and in April.
Selma & Shaun secured a new contract with Cameron Park Community Centre to install their phone systems
Selma has been invited to speak a forums in Newcastle
Bev – has Chris Holstein sleeping out in the cold on 5th of August for the slither and slumber
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
Bev
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts www.voiceconcepts.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing www.essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Kathy Bree
Coffee News www.coffeenews.com.au
Mark Izzard
Unique Security www.uniquesecurity.com.au
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers www.aiib.com.au
Tim Close
Close Financial Group www.closefinancialgroup.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Karen Teunissen
CRS Australia www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Amanda Lott
SVPartners www.svp.com.au
Paul McCarthy
LDN Local Direct Network www.ldn.net.au
Kymm Collins
Dressed to sell www.dressedtosell.com.au
Today’s Presentation: Tony Bourke on Goal Setting
Questions from group to Tony:
How to keep focus
How to keep on track of your goals
Prioritising
Flexible – how to be
Discussion:
Who has a goal?
Who has their goals on them (wallet/diary)
People don’t set goals as they don’t know how to
Goals motivate you
You only need to take the 1st step
Commit to something
Go to www.tonybourke.com.au to get the goal sheets.
People who wrote down a goal, a year later, 80% had accomplished them
Be specific about a goal
E.g.- I want a car
I will have a silver ix35 2011 Hyundai by 1.11.11
Be grateful: I am happy and grateful for…..
Imagine: How does it look in your mind/picture
Feel: get a good feeling/ excitement for it
Good book to read is: Mike Dooley – Don’t mess with the cursed how’s!
Be persistent
If it doesn’t happen, change the date
Be comfortable
By having a goal, you are in the top 10% in the world
Read your goals daily, and as much as you can
Make the first step
Don’t forget to stay in the moment – enjoy the journey
Watch what the voice in your head says. Stay positive. If it is negative, drop it & let go.
Focus on the next step
Stay on track by reading your goals regularly.
Thanks Tony for your time and information today.
Today we raised $53(included in total for year). Thanks for your support. Today’s winner is Mark Izzard. Thanks to Kathy Maree who has donated today’s prize.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 10th August
PRESENTATION: Derek Taylor – NSW Regional Business
Wednesday, July 13, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes 13.7.11
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Dean, Kathy, Toni
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)
Common Courtesy
Note – Please have courtesy for others who are speaking. We have had a few complaints due to people having their own conversations within the meeting. Please respect the others while they are speaking. As of July 2011 there will be a $1 fine, all money will be going to the IRIS foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This weeks raffle raised $40.00 bring the total raised $446.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 105 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time 26th July
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
o August 3rd
o September 7th
· 15th July – Westpac Chopper Race Day. This Friday
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 14th July – at the Diggers The Entrance
o 1st September
o 1st December
Expo’s in 2011
· 22/6/11 Central Coast Women’s Network – Mingara Tumbi Umbi – was really good
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
· Book now and sign up – and you will get couple of months for free (coffee time members only)
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
20/7/11 – Sales & Marketing Part A $65
27/7/11 – Sales & Marketing Part B $65
2/8/11 – Business Marketing – Seven secrets for business owners - $65
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama is running a Word Press course. $190 for coffee time members. Please contact Marama for more.
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Slither and Slumber – Friday the 5th August at the Australian Reptile Park.
· 13th August $85 Black Tie Ball at Wyong Race Club
Wins:
Nicolette – Had one of her pictures, had one of her photos put on the front cover of the “village green” magazine, and a photo in NZ will be used in a NZ 2012 Calendar.
Kate raised $280 for the IRIS Foundation
Sue announces the Buy Local for 2012 – will be in Wyong Shire, and tentatively booked for the 18/19th of May 2012.
Dawn – Chris King contacted Iris Foundation to donate tickets to 2 productions at the Laycock theatre for the Slither and Slumber. 1, 2, & 3rd Prizes were $1000, $500 and $250, however have now doubled in value.
Julie Mac – is doing a deal for stop smoking on Groupon.
Casey – Best Signs had support page for Bryce. They donated $700 towards his trip O/S
Tarnia – picked up 2 new clients for Gurney financial Services, a contract for business management and a business plan for Planningwer4U
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
Dawn
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Sue Liptrott
Buy Local online/ LBH Promotions/ B2B www.b2bwithatwist.com.au
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Casey Targett
Best Signs www.bestsigns.com.au & www.grassads.com.au
Julie Mac
MindSlim http://www.mindslim.com.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts www.voiceconcepts.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Andrea Marth
Ozzie Splash www.ozziesplash.com.au
Today’s Presentation: Julie on Changing your Mindset
Mind set is the ideas & attitudes in which a person deals with things
How should we? What we do? Constrains us
These are the things we put on ourselves
Beliefs can be made up of
Environment
Things that happen to us
Things we need to achieve to get to where we want to be
Main Belief most people have is “ I’m not good enough”
We set high expectation of ourselves and other’s have high expectations of us
Not giving ourselves permission to live our full potential
Living to expectations - leads people to depression
We need to change our beliefs
Change the language we use
We have 50 -70,000 thoughts per day
The more you say it the more you live it – so think, say and live positive
Delete “have to” and “should” and can to “I am”
Take down walls around you
Take a positive look at the language you use
Write down positive language and put on your fridge or wall.
I am looking forward to….
I have ….
I nourish myself with love.
I bring peace and calm into my life
Questions
How do you turn the chitchat off in your head?
We trained it, so we have to untrain it
Need to meditate
Be mind full – means being present in the moment
Exercise – physically, which will change your endorphins
Change your focus
Meditate:
Clear a room,
Light a candle and watch the flame
Eyes will get tired
Make meditation a regular habit in your life, same time each day will help you take control of your life
How to put things in practice?
Takes time
Deal with one item/chore at a time
Write a list of everything you need to complete
Organisation
Change deadlines from 20 minutes to 24 hrs.
Think about everything differently
Be aware of your values
Be aware of your beliefs
Be aware of what you say
What you say becomes your belief
Remember …. I am….
Do it
See it
Hear it
Feel it
Complete a vision board
Set goals
Be aware of your language
Remember we all have an unconscious mind of a 7 yr old
Dreams – write down the information or words in what your dreams tell you.
Be positive
Thanks Julie for your time and information today.
Today we raised $40(included in total for year). Thanks for your support. Today’s winner is Sue Liptrott, Thanks to Tarnia who has donated today’s prize.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 27th July
Presentation – Tony Bourke – Goal Setting
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Dean, Kathy, Toni
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)
Common Courtesy
Note – Please have courtesy for others who are speaking. We have had a few complaints due to people having their own conversations within the meeting. Please respect the others while they are speaking. As of July 2011 there will be a $1 fine, all money will be going to the IRIS foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This weeks raffle raised $40.00 bring the total raised $446.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 105 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Recap of last meeting
Don’t forget Jay can come out to your workplace and do a free assessment; you can then get a $500 voucher/credit towards purchasing safe office things (chair, etc). Jay also has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Networking:
· Coffee Time 26th July
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
o August 3rd
o September 7th
· 15th July – Westpac Chopper Race Day. This Friday
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 14th July – at the Diggers The Entrance
o 1st September
o 1st December
Expo’s in 2011
· 22/6/11 Central Coast Women’s Network – Mingara Tumbi Umbi – was really good
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
· Book now and sign up – and you will get couple of months for free (coffee time members only)
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
20/7/11 – Sales & Marketing Part A $65
27/7/11 – Sales & Marketing Part B $65
2/8/11 – Business Marketing – Seven secrets for business owners - $65
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Marama is running a Word Press course. $190 for coffee time members. Please contact Marama for more.
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club – 1st November
· Spring Fling – 19th November (meet new people)
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Slither and Slumber – Friday the 5th August at the Australian Reptile Park.
· 13th August $85 Black Tie Ball at Wyong Race Club
Wins:
Nicolette – Had one of her pictures, had one of her photos put on the front cover of the “village green” magazine, and a photo in NZ will be used in a NZ 2012 Calendar.
Kate raised $280 for the IRIS Foundation
Sue announces the Buy Local for 2012 – will be in Wyong Shire, and tentatively booked for the 18/19th of May 2012.
Dawn – Chris King contacted Iris Foundation to donate tickets to 2 productions at the Laycock theatre for the Slither and Slumber. 1, 2, & 3rd Prizes were $1000, $500 and $250, however have now doubled in value.
Julie Mac – is doing a deal for stop smoking on Groupon.
Casey – Best Signs had support page for Bryce. They donated $700 towards his trip O/S
Tarnia – picked up 2 new clients for Gurney financial Services, a contract for business management and a business plan for Planningwer4U
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
Dawn
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Sue Liptrott
Buy Local online/ LBH Promotions/ B2B www.b2bwithatwist.com.au
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Kellie Targett
Insurance Adviser net ktargett@iaa.net.au
Casey Targett
Best Signs www.bestsigns.com.au & www.grassads.com.au
Julie Mac
MindSlim http://www.mindslim.com.au
Selma Sancar
Voice Concepts www.voiceconcepts.com.au
Kathy –Maree Bartle
Books Alive Bookkeeping www.booksalivebokeeping.com
Andrea Marth
Ozzie Splash www.ozziesplash.com.au
Today’s Presentation: Julie on Changing your Mindset
Mind set is the ideas & attitudes in which a person deals with things
How should we? What we do? Constrains us
These are the things we put on ourselves
Beliefs can be made up of
Environment
Things that happen to us
Things we need to achieve to get to where we want to be
Main Belief most people have is “ I’m not good enough”
We set high expectation of ourselves and other’s have high expectations of us
Not giving ourselves permission to live our full potential
Living to expectations - leads people to depression
We need to change our beliefs
Change the language we use
We have 50 -70,000 thoughts per day
The more you say it the more you live it – so think, say and live positive
Delete “have to” and “should” and can to “I am”
Take down walls around you
Take a positive look at the language you use
Write down positive language and put on your fridge or wall.
I am looking forward to….
I have ….
I nourish myself with love.
I bring peace and calm into my life
Questions
How do you turn the chitchat off in your head?
We trained it, so we have to untrain it
Need to meditate
Be mind full – means being present in the moment
Exercise – physically, which will change your endorphins
Change your focus
Meditate:
Clear a room,
Light a candle and watch the flame
Eyes will get tired
Make meditation a regular habit in your life, same time each day will help you take control of your life
How to put things in practice?
Takes time
Deal with one item/chore at a time
Write a list of everything you need to complete
Organisation
Change deadlines from 20 minutes to 24 hrs.
Think about everything differently
Be aware of your values
Be aware of your beliefs
Be aware of what you say
What you say becomes your belief
Remember …. I am….
Do it
See it
Hear it
Feel it
Complete a vision board
Set goals
Be aware of your language
Remember we all have an unconscious mind of a 7 yr old
Dreams – write down the information or words in what your dreams tell you.
Be positive
Thanks Julie for your time and information today.
Today we raised $40(included in total for year). Thanks for your support. Today’s winner is Sue Liptrott, Thanks to Tarnia who has donated today’s prize.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 27th July
Presentation – Tony Bourke – Goal Setting
Thursday, June 23, 2011
Coffee Time Minutes for 22nd June 2011
Welcome
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Selma and Kellie
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)
Common Courtesy
Note – Please have courtesy for others who are speaking. We have had a few complaints due to people having their own conversations within the meeting. Please respect the others while they are speaking. As of July 2011 there will be a $1 fine, all money will be going to the IRIS foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This weeks raffle raised $36.00 bring the total raised $406.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 105 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 13th July
· Coffee Time 26th July
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
o July 6th
o August 3rd
o September 7th
· 15th July – Westpac Chopper Race Day – one table booked.
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 14th July – at the Diggers The Entrance
o 1st September
o 1st December
Expo’s in 2011
· 22/6/11 Central Coast Women’s Network – Mingara Tumbi Umbi – was really good
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
· Book now and sign up – and you will get couple of months for free (coffee time members only)
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
15/6/11 - Business planning
13/7/11 – Importing and Exporting
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Slither and Slumber – Friday the 5th August at the Australian Reptile Park.
Wins:
Jenny – 40 local disabled kids into work on the coast in 6 months, of that 12 of them in traineeships
Dean – as part of LJHOOKER has been able to raise money for “Give me 5 for kids”
Dean – won a holiday to the Gold Coast
Dawn – Through the buy local, money was raised through the workshops, the money for participants will be going to Iris Foundation. Thanks to LBH Promotions and B2B Buy Local
Tarnia- Spoke at her Primary School for their 50 yr reunion. Talked to the year 1’s.
Toni – completed the 5 lands walk on the weekend with family. Walked from MacMasters beach to Avoca beach
Jay – Coffee Time Member under took the workplace assessment and received a $500 voucher towards assisting their business making it safer.
Nicolette – Photographed all items at the “art to wear Festival” which will be distributed around Australia. Great promotion for her. Also the photographer at today’s Business expo.
Dawn – Even though the ball was cancelled, the virtual guests donation going ahead with Events with Pizazz. $10 per person going to the 30.6.11
Lyn – Had a breakfast to thank all supporters and sponsors of Buy Local. They will all be on board for next year aswell.
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
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Karen Teunissen
CRS Australia www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Bev and Dawn
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Julie
Reflecting Living www.reflectiveliving.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Dean Brown
Woodview Home Loans & LJ Hooker Financial Lending www.homeloansandfinance.com.au
Jenny Abourizk:
Job Centre Australia www.jobcentreaustralia.com.au
Lyn Thompson
Buy Local online/ LBH Promotions/ B2B www.b2bwithatwist.com.au
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers www.aiib.com.au
Jay Lewis
Work Cover NSW www.workcover.com.au
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Today’s Presentation: Jay from Work Cover
1/12/10 is when all states and territories started on the changes to work cover and OH&S.
Legislation to be called the National Harmonised Legislation
OH&S now to be known as Work, Health & Safety
Employers will now been known as PCBU – Person conducting business undertaking
To support employers & employees
Main responsibility is Not to harm each other
Employees will now be known as a worker
Any staff whether contractors, sub contractors, casual, temporary, trainee, volunteers will be known as workers
There is 2 components to work cover – safety and education and workers compensation
PCBU are to be more proactive in their business and about safety in the workplace
More common sense
Employer needs to make sure nothing can hurt their workers
Working towards a legal obligation
PCBU to remove all hazards and risks in workplace
PCBU have a duty of care
Work cover have risk management consultants available to meet with business owners and help them move forward with new legislation.
All workers must be compliant with their PCBU’s, and obey all rules and regulations
PCBU must tell all workers including contractors, about regulations, rules, exclusion zones, safety, etc
All PCBU’s & workers have a duty of care to each other and the workplace
All PCBU’s must ask their workers how they wish to be informed of rules and regulations, whether that be a meeting, induction, bbq, memos, etc.
Jan 2012 is when the ACT will be put out.
Act – is what you need to do
Regulations – is how to do it
Guidance material – instructions
Jay has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Thanks Jay for your time and information today.
Today we raised $36(included in total for year). Thanks for your support. Today’s winner is Dujon, Thanks to Dawn and Bev from Iris Foundation who has donated today’s prize.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 13th July
Presentation – Julie Mac – Change of Mind Set
Welcome to our new visitors.
Apologises
Selma and Kellie
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)
Common Courtesy
Note – Please have courtesy for others who are speaking. We have had a few complaints due to people having their own conversations within the meeting. Please respect the others while they are speaking. As of July 2011 there will be a $1 fine, all money will be going to the IRIS foundation
Update on our Raffle?
This weeks raffle raised $36.00 bring the total raised $406.05 this year for the Iris Foundation in 2011.
This year we will continue with our Raffles and donation to Iris Foundation. This year we will do a raffle again for the Iris Foundation. We will be looking for prizes/donations up to the value of $10. Its will be up to you if you would like to participate and none should feel obliged. Tickets will be $2 each, or three for $5.
Updated Members
We have over 105 members for Coffee Time. You can come when you are free, never feel obligated and always feel welcome. I have a list with everyone who has come along to Coffee Time; I am updating the distribution list. If you would like to be included, please check your details are correct, update where necessary and add if not on there.
There are 2 business card holders, please feel free to put your business cards in, these are passed around each meeting, and feel free to support each other and utilize their services.
Networking:
· Coffee Time 13th July
· Coffee Time 26th July
· Fridays round the coast SBNG – 3rd Friday here at Zenith
· BWC lunches on each month – for more info contact Kym Williams
o July 6th
o August 3rd
o September 7th
· 15th July – Westpac Chopper Race Day – one table booked.
· Success Women’s Networking Luncheons
o 14th July – at the Diggers The Entrance
o 1st September
o 1st December
Expo’s in 2011
· 22/6/11 Central Coast Women’s Network – Mingara Tumbi Umbi – was really good
Advertising with Buy Local
· B2B – online buy local $22 per month – see B2B or www.buylocalconnect.com.au
· Book now and sign up – and you will get couple of months for free (coffee time members only)
Education:
2011 – Visit BEC upstairs or log on to www.ccbec.org.au
Courses:
15/6/11 - Business planning
13/7/11 – Importing and Exporting
Action Coach is running Business Mastery – Business Cart IV. If interested contact Michelle on 4369 3704
Update:
· Melbourne Cup – Wyong Race Club
· Buy Local Key Rings – going coin donation – money raised goes to the Iris Foundation
· Slither and Slumber – Friday the 5th August at the Australian Reptile Park.
Wins:
Jenny – 40 local disabled kids into work on the coast in 6 months, of that 12 of them in traineeships
Dean – as part of LJHOOKER has been able to raise money for “Give me 5 for kids”
Dean – won a holiday to the Gold Coast
Dawn – Through the buy local, money was raised through the workshops, the money for participants will be going to Iris Foundation. Thanks to LBH Promotions and B2B Buy Local
Tarnia- Spoke at her Primary School for their 50 yr reunion. Talked to the year 1’s.
Toni – completed the 5 lands walk on the weekend with family. Walked from MacMasters beach to Avoca beach
Jay – Coffee Time Member under took the workplace assessment and received a $500 voucher towards assisting their business making it safer.
Nicolette – Photographed all items at the “art to wear Festival” which will be distributed around Australia. Great promotion for her. Also the photographer at today’s Business expo.
Dawn – Even though the ball was cancelled, the virtual guests donation going ahead with Events with Pizazz. $10 per person going to the 30.6.11
Lyn – Had a breakfast to thank all supporters and sponsors of Buy Local. They will all be on board for next year aswell.
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
Marama Carmichael
Essential Wellbeing http://essentialwellbeingforbusiness.com
Karen Teunissen
CRS Australia www.crsaustralia.gov.au
Bev and Dawn
Iris Foundation www.irisfoundation.org.au
Dujon Zivic
Encore 8 www.encore8.com
Julie
Reflecting Living www.reflectiveliving.com.au
Toni Fountain
Insight Health www.insighthealthaustralia.com.au
Dean Brown
Woodview Home Loans & LJ Hooker Financial Lending www.homeloansandfinance.com.au
Jenny Abourizk:
Job Centre Australia www.jobcentreaustralia.com.au
Lyn Thompson
Buy Local online/ LBH Promotions/ B2B www.b2bwithatwist.com.au
Nicolette Gregory
Photographer onefitone@bigpond.com
Tony Bourke
AIIB Insurance Brokers www.aiib.com.au
Jay Lewis
Work Cover NSW www.workcover.com.au
Kate Morris
Events with Pizazz www.eventswithpizazz.com.au
Today’s Presentation: Jay from Work Cover
1/12/10 is when all states and territories started on the changes to work cover and OH&S.
Legislation to be called the National Harmonised Legislation
OH&S now to be known as Work, Health & Safety
Employers will now been known as PCBU – Person conducting business undertaking
To support employers & employees
Main responsibility is Not to harm each other
Employees will now be known as a worker
Any staff whether contractors, sub contractors, casual, temporary, trainee, volunteers will be known as workers
There is 2 components to work cover – safety and education and workers compensation
PCBU are to be more proactive in their business and about safety in the workplace
More common sense
Employer needs to make sure nothing can hurt their workers
Working towards a legal obligation
PCBU to remove all hazards and risks in workplace
PCBU have a duty of care
Work cover have risk management consultants available to meet with business owners and help them move forward with new legislation.
All workers must be compliant with their PCBU’s, and obey all rules and regulations
PCBU must tell all workers including contractors, about regulations, rules, exclusion zones, safety, etc
All PCBU’s & workers have a duty of care to each other and the workplace
All PCBU’s must ask their workers how they wish to be informed of rules and regulations, whether that be a meeting, induction, bbq, memos, etc.
Jan 2012 is when the ACT will be put out.
Act – is what you need to do
Regulations – is how to do it
Guidance material – instructions
Jay has workshops, one on one meeting and assessments currently available. If you wish to have a free appointment with Jay please contact him on jay.lewis@workcover.nsw.gov.au
Thanks Jay for your time and information today.
Today we raised $36(included in total for year). Thanks for your support. Today’s winner is Dujon, Thanks to Dawn and Bev from Iris Foundation who has donated today’s prize.
Planningwerx4u has Business Planning Cds for $50 each, if you would like one please let Tarnia know.
Thanks and see you next time
NEXT MEETING: 13th July
Presentation – Julie Mac – Change of Mind Set
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