Women in Business South Coast Correspondence to: PO Box 460, Batemans Bay 2536 Email: womeninbusiness2536@gmail.com
A message from our new Vice President, Belinda Shalders. It was so great to hear the laughter and see new guests attend our WIB meeting last month. I have been involved in the community for many years, but I am always surprised by how women come together to support and encourage one another. With Spring here the flowers are in bloom in the nursery, and everyone has a spring in their step! Great work ladies, and I look forward to seeing you at our next meeting.
Business Cards We have just purchased some business cards on behalf of the Women in Business Group. The cards are not name specific, so you can write your own name on them and distribute to recruit new members! Be proud of your organization and give others to opportunity to join. Ask our Treasurer Kerrie-Anne if you would like a sample to hand out. Showcase Your Business! The theme of the October meeting will be Showcase Your Business! This meeting will be a chance for members and guests to showcase their business, product and/or service. Please register if you would like to take part in the trade night meeting by displaying material on a trestle table. You can sell products or have a small display booth and distribute flyers, business cards, invitations, vouchers, demonstrations or just have a chat to fellow members about what you do and offer! If you are showcasing a table, please arrive at 5:00pm to set up your area. If you need more time email WIB so it can be
Welcome to one of our new members! Victoria Haberley from Bayside therapies specialises in remedial and relaxation massages. She is a friendly, enthusiastic member who works from a beautiful shop overlooking the water! Call her at 44 729 881 for more information. Upcoming Events October 13 WIB Meeting Catalina Country Club Arrive: 6:00pm for 6:30 start Showcase Your Business!
Reservation Details NEW! You can now become a member, reserve you table, or book online for out monthly meetings at: www.womeninbiz.com Check it out for a quick and easy way to rsvp. We can cater for special dietary requirements, so please advise in your acceptance. Once you reserve your seat, indicate if you would like a table in the notes section. Email your RSVP by 4pm, Friday, 10 th October to: Womeninbusiness2536@gmail.com or ring Amy 04 02 898 499
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arranged. Please deposit the appropriate pricing amount: Member Dinner $25 Member Dinner and Showcase Table $25 Non-Member Dinner $30 and Showcase Table $20 (total $50 including membership to the Women in Business Group valued at $60!) Non-Member Dinner $30 Book and register now at www.womeninbiz.com.au Prizes to be won! There is still time to become a member during our September Membership Drive! If you join by September 30 th , 2014, you will be in the running to win a package of goods and services valued at over $100! See our Facebook page (www.facebook.com/womeninbusiness2536) for the ongoing list of prizes included in the Membership Draw. Like and share for others to see! The winner of the membership drive will be drawn at the October meeting. New and existing members are eligible to win. One-Minute Elevator Speech We will be continuing with the One-Minute Elevator Speech! The one minute speech allows our members to introduce themselves to guests and to practice letting others know about their business and skills in a concise manner. The WIB meetings are a safe and fun environment, so its a great way to practice your interpersonal skills! November Guest Speaker Our November speaker, Sue Brody, is a Team Development and Behavior Strategist. Sue will be running a Business Booster Breakfast at the Bay Soldiers Club on Tuesday, 7 th October at 7:30 am. This will focus on effective ways to build your stress resilience at work with people you interact with on a daily basis. In this session Sue will look at 7 Thinking Traps that increase everyday stress and strategies to work with these traps. Visit www.mindstream.com.au for more info.
Important Announcement Women in Business Account Details Bank: St George BSB: 112-879 Account No: 437302503 Please state your name/company as a reference.
Membership Draw! Join by the 30 th of September to be in the Draw to WIN more than $200 worth of goods and services. Including: 1 hour Massage value $80 Bayside Therapies 2 lunch cruises value $80 Merinda River Cruises Goodies basket value $40 Body Shop Megan Garret AND MORE! Watch our Facebook page for updates.