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KEY DATES: Thursday 14th November 2019: Informal Networking upstairs in The Curio Lounge, Kings Street, Stroud GL5 3BX from 9am-11am.
Thursday 28th November 2019: Don’t miss our main meeting at The Old Lodge, Minchinhampton Common near Stroud GL6 9AQ. Arrive at 8.45am onwards, meeting starts promptly at 9:30am.
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Christmas Lunch 10th December 2019 arrive at Midday: Go to our website and book now! Full details of the delicious
menu on offer at Birch Catering here. Book the event here.
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Thoughts from ... our SBN chair Debbie Bird:
Well it might have been foggy and gloomy driving up to the Old Lodge for October’s meeting but it
certainly wasn’t foggy or gloomy inside. (Did you check your fog lights?). The meeting had a great
atmosphere and it was lovely to hear from Helen, Tanya and Wendy demonstrating the diversity
of our businesswomen.
First Helen from Belford House HR Ltd took us through her 2 and a half year journey to finding
her niche market. She demonstrated the powerful lesson that specialising might reduce the
market but it makes messaging much easier to recognise and sell to the right clients.
Next we had Tanya and her business Kalya which stands out for me as she was one of the first
people that I talked to when I first joined SBN 5 years ago. Her business is well developed, and
over time she has added layers – from massage to products to yoga classes, she has a diverse and
loyal customer base built up over many years.
And finally we know Wendy as Wendygoesgreen but for her it’s all change, getting ready to
launch her new brand of straight forward cleaning products ‘Just Primal’ that she has developed
over 4 years. It was exciting to hear about product development, branding, packaging and
expectations. We look forward to hearing how business develops.
One of the many pleasures of SBN for me is working with the Committee and Diane our
Administrator to make sure that we keep true to the SBN standards that have evolved over time.
The fact that we have great speakers and events already lined up through to March next year is
the result of teamwork, teamwork, teamwork. A big thank you from me for that teamwork and
especially for support during this year.
We are really looking forward to welcoming Stroud District Council CEO Kathy O’Leary to our
November meeting. Remember – a good one (as ever) to invite guests to!
Enjoy your November business and see you in a few weeks.
Debbie
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Back row, left to right:
Debbie Bird (Chair & training) [email protected]
Beth Whittaker (Ambassador) [email protected]
Tammy Kwan (event organiser) [email protected]
Lynda McGill (Previous Chair)
Front row, left to right:
Stella Jensen (finance) [email protected]
Catherine Green (previous Chair to April 2018)
Karen Blaylock (website) [email protected]
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We run three different types of main MEETINGS at suit all tastes!
Meeting style 1: Local interest speaker – examples of recent speakers Martin Bundy of John Lewis
Cheltenham, Doina Cornell the Leader of Stroud District Council, and David Drew MP for Stroud.
Meeting style 2: Dedicated to learning new business skills and networking: helping members meet
each other using structured and informal networking techniques, so people get to know each other
better, and gain more confidence in networking generally.
Meeting style 3: Inspirational businesswomen: one keynote business speaker, usually a successful
businesswoman from in and around the Stroud district, sharing ideas and aspirations.
Shout Outs - Within these meetings according to time we offer member 'shout outs' when members
get the chance to tell everyone about their business and, hopefully, share some tips and useful
information.
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Photo by Tammy
Lynn Photography
Members’ banners display
Members who may not have any items they can place on our display table, may instead have
banners promoting the services they provide. Four members per meeting can place their
banners in the entrance to the meeting room. Contact us if you wish to set up a banner by
emailing us at [email protected].
Shout about your business!
We email our members when slots are planned at our meetings for five minute shout- outs to
speak to the whole group about their business. They will be notified in good time, giving
them plenty of time to plan their presentation!
And don't forget the SBN Showcase:
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We also offer SBN members the chance to display
their products or services at our SBN meetings.
This is offered on a first come first served basis to
members.
You may arrive after 8.30am to pop your display
on the table available.
Photo courtesy ofRuth Davey http://look-again.org/
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Try us for free!
Would you like to try us for free first? Check out our meeting dates here and then come along to our main
meeting at The Old Lodge, where we will be ready to greet you from 8.45am; there is no need to book.
Bring a friend or two with you too!
We offer the first meeting for free, and then it is currently just £50 for the year!
Do you have any questions? Please email [email protected].
How to Join!
Join us! Go to www.stroudbusinesswomen.org.uk. Join now and follow the simple steps to join on-line.
All meetings for the year are included in your membership plus concessions on our lunches and training.
Even if you choose not to join as a Member you can register as a Friend and still receive our newsletters.
What Else? Join us at the Curio in Stroud! Come and join us on the second Thursday in the month 9-11am at the Curio Lounge. We have an informal gathering upstairs and you do not have to be a member. Just buy a cuppa and join in the chat. This is a good introduction on a more intimate level to chat with members and friends of the SBN. Dates for this are on our events calendar too.
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November Meeting We welcome Kathy O’Leary from SDC Kathy O'Leary - Stroud District Council's first female Chief Executive Kathy has "drive, enthusiasm and extensive experience in the public sector, working with Councillors and staff to set the vision, shape the organisation and build appropriate strategies to deliver objectives to benefit local communities." Kathy will have been in the post 12 months to November 2019 and is looking forward to meeting SBN members. She would like to hear from our members about what help they need and where the Stroud Council might assist with that. Her talk will include: Her journey to Chief Executive Insights into leadership The vision for the Stroud District You don’t need to book just come along and bring guests with you for a free taster meeting!
BANNERS: Members bring your banners to our meeting!
On the day we can display up to six of these for you at the rear of our meeting room.
Christmas Lunch date!
You can register and pay online now! Bring along guests too!
Date: 10 December 2019
Venue: Birch Catering, 6 Union Street, Stroud, GL5 2HE
Time: Midday to sit down at 12.30pm
SBN members - 2 Course £17.50 / 3 Course £21.50*
Non-members - 2 Course £23.00 / 3 Course £28.50*
Ticket prices* include a choice of a 2 or 3 course lunch including coffee/tea and a glass of
Prosecco or juice.
More info including link to menu here.
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Beth Whittaker Artist - Exhibition of Paintings at Craft event 7/8
th December
Come to the pub! The Prince Albert pub at the top of Rodborough Hill is hosting a 'Crafts at the Albert' event on December 7 and 8 - just in time for some seasonal retail therapy. And among those exhibiting will be SBN's own Beth Whittaker with some of her highly colourful paintings. Like her page on Facebook to hear more about the event, or look at her website to see if you like her style. Limited edition, fine art prints start at just £25 plus p&p. https://www.facebook.com/bethwhittakerartist/ https://bethwhittakerartist.weebly.com
Steam into Christmas - Article submitted by Jenni Gardner Pathfinder Railtours have organised a steam hauled excursion on Saturday, 23 November. The day will start diesel hauled with the steam locomotive - expected to be Tornado - joining the train at Gloucester. You can travel either to Shrewsbury or Ludlow, where the Ludlow Medieval Christmas Fayre will be taking place. Full details can be found at: https://www.pathfindertours.co.uk/events/the-marches-severn-express-steam-hauled/ If you would like to join us please call me Jenni Gardner on 01453 834925 for 10% discount on this special excursion train.
Katie Sherratt SBN Offer Christmas is just around the corner, if you are looking to lose a few extra lbs or stone you still can. With discrete weekly appointments in the comfort of your home or mine and a plan to suit you, you will achieve. Giving all SBN 20% off your 1st week Katie Sherratt The 1:1 Diet by The Cambridge Weight Plan https://www.one2onediet.com/consultants/26452/1/Katie
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Housemates Re-invented with Homeshare Gloucestershire – Article Submitted by
Penny Carpenter
Homeshare Gloucestershire is one of the services offered by Age UK Gloucestershire, a local
independent charity with a mission to make our County the best place in which to grow older.
Homeshare brings together older people who have spare rooms, with people who need
affordable accommodation and who are happy to chat and lend a hand. Homeshare can be a
great and safe option for someone who misses having other people in their home.
How it works:
The Householder-
Benefits from some low-level support and company at home.
The Homesharer-
Is offered not just a place to live, but a real home.
Together-
Householders and Homesharers share home life, time, skills and experience.
Homeshare Gloucestershire-
Carefully matches people, oversees the arrangements and provides professional ongoing
support.
We already have a number of successful matches across the County, so if you’d like to know
more, call Ramona Amuza, the Homeshare Manager, on 01452 422660/07760 419260 or visit
https://www.ageuk.org.uk/gloucestershire/our-services/homesharing/ .
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Jenni Willis NEW MEMBER – Thermomix Team Leader – Article Submitted by JWillis
Three Cooking events/demonstrations available:
The first is a free cooking demonstration on 13th November at 10.30am where I will cook a two
course meal in an hour for lunch.
The second is also a free cooking demonstration on 14th November at 6pm providing an evening
meal again two courses.
The third event is a free cooking class in Pitchcombe Village Hall on Saturday December 7th at
10.30am.
Please book by contacting me via email [email protected] or my mobile 07545706525
Jenni Willis
Independent Thermomix Advisor and Team Leader Stroud, and beyond
Mobile: 07545706525
www.thermomix.co.uk
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ThermomixUK
Twitter: @UKThermomix
Nothing to See, Nothing to Feel. Article Submitted by Sara Phelps This was the case when I was diagnosed with early stage breast cancer in April. Thank goodness for mammograms, as without this screening I may still be unaware that anything was wrong. Even my consultant was unable to feel the tumour, reassuring me that I hadn't missed finding it myself. Having had a successful lumpectomy in May, I was told that the cancer was graded intermediate to high, so had the potential to grow quite quickly and to be invasive. After a course of radiotherapy, thankfully, I was discharged by oncology earlier this month. I am sharing my experience to highlight the importance of attending your mammogram appointments, indeed any of the screening programmes the NHS offers. Whether it's because the appointment offered is inconvenient or you find the procedure uncomfortable or embarrassing, it's so important that you take full advantage of this wonderful, free service. The only way my particular cancer was going to be detected, at that time, was via a mammogram, remember, there was nothing to see or feel. Had I not attended my appointment, the outcome may have been very different. It's important to check yourself regularly too but don't assume that this negates the need to have a mammogram. If you are overdue for any type of health screening, hopefully this story will encourage you to book your appointment.......today!
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The Lakes Care Centre brings you…….The Big Memory Sing Article submitted by Penny Carpenter Hosted at the Cirencester Baptist Church on Friday 22nd November 2pm – 4pm Join The Lakes Care Centre and Mindsong to feel the uplifting power of music evoking emotional memories to enhance the wellbeing of people living with dementia and their loved ones. Carers and families welcome too. Complimentary refreshments are available. For more information please contact Penny: [email protected] or our Admiral Nurse Nikki: [email protected]
Stroud Laptop Friday – Article submitted by Jenni Gardner
If you would like a change from working alone why not come and join us for coffee, chat & co-working, plus free IT help from Stroud Techies? 1st & 3rd Fridays (1 & 15 November) 09:30 to 11:30 at The Imperial Hotel, Station Road, Stroud (opposite the Railway Station). There's no fee to attend, just buy yourself a drink from the bar. Hope to see you there. Jenni Gardner 07825698257
Clothes Swap - Article submitted by Jenni Gardner Whiteshill & Ruscombe Village Shop are holding a clothes swap on Thursday, 14th November from 7.00pm until 9.30pm. Tickets are £7.50 each and you can bring and take away 10 items. If you have any 'better' items they can be sold on the day, with the shop taking 20% commission. Tickets are available from the shop on Whiteshill playing field or via eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-community-clothes-swap-tickets-76778310995?aff=ebdssbdestsearch
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Start and Grow Business Enterprise Preparation is often seen as the key to starting a successful business, but you shouldn't stop there. Regularly assessing your business's progress is key to its longevity. Taking time for self-reflection will help you see where your business is heading and how you can achieve your next goals. At Start and Grow Enterprise, we're starting to reflect on our achievements as the programme is drawing to a close (31st March 2020). And now that we're nearing our eleventh hour, we have only a *small number* of courses available to book for the remainder of the project. Make sure you've secured your free place before they fill up!
Entrepreneurs Network Event FREE Wednesday 13th November 2019 - 17:30 to19:30 Venue The Growth Hub Gloucester GL2 9HW Click here for more details Even more courses on offer here
Stroud Book Festival
Stroud Book Festival, now in it’s fourth year, runs from 6 - 10th November with over 50 events across 5 days including Ian McEwan, Julia Donaldson, Nina Stibbe, Sophie Dahl, Lemn Sissay, Nell Gifford and Aardman Animations. You can find the full programme on the Stroud Book Festival website here: https://stroudbookfestival.org.uk Louise Brice Stroud Book Festival 6-10 November 2019 @BookStroud https://www.facebook.com/stroudbookfestival/
Unique Coaching & Empathy Coaching – Article Submitted by Michelle at UBC
Tuesday 19th November 2019
From 11am – 12pm
Sam Hawkins and Martin saville invite you and your colleagues to a complimentary introduction
to 3 Empowering Workshops to be held in January 2020
The introduction will be held at UBC Uk, Unit 9 Cirencester office Park, Tetbury Road,
Cirencester. GL7 6JJ
Please contact book at either: [email protected]
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Tips for Social Media -Marketing your Business Article Submitted by Wendy of WendygoesGreen
Facebook Tips: Newsfeed overhaul - expect this to look different and you may need to adjust settings so the feeds you want come on top. Enter only 3 lines of text on a post before 'click more' – meaning that the first three lines needs to entice reader to click on more to get more information. Use Smaller images Organic reach – FB used to reach more people for you but now the algorithm doesn't factor in 'likes' although will recognise shares and comments and mark post as quality content. Advice on posts: Relevance and quality of posts more important to get organic reach (those who facebook share it with without you paying). Also, you need comments and reactions such as sharing as more important than just 'likes'. Instagram Tips: Removing likes and views so only visible to admin Comments will have more impact Important info: The way we can help each other is to add a comment or share posts. It would be much appreciated if anyone who feels they can to go on my wendygoesgreen facebook page and write a comment about my products or share if possible as I forgot to do
that at end of my shout out on Thursday.
Start and Grow Enterprise – free support for start-ups
Are you a new business owner? Y ou’re not alone. Many new business owners face the same challenges. And now there’s FREE help and support at hand.
Our Grow Your Business course is an essential two-day course for new and early-stage start-ups and sole-traders, providing expert advice and guidance to inspire, upskill, and, importantly, give you the confidence to grow your business successfully. You’ll leave the course with a growth strategy plan, a network of business contacts and friends, and clear next steps to help you get to where you want to be.
Upcoming dates… Monday 4th & 11th November, 10:00am-4:30pm both days at The Growth Hub in Gloucester – book your free place on our website
· Monday 9th & 16th December, 10:00am-4:30pm both days at the Growth Hub in Gloucester – book your free place on our website
Our contact details: · Visit our website: www.startandgrowenterprise.uk Email us: [email protected] · Call us: 01242 715477 · Follow us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/UoGStartandGrow · Find us on Twitter: @UoGStartandGrow
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Punchline – Gloucester Business News publication The most recent publication of Punchline listed the top 50 entrepreneurs in Gloucestershire. This link will take you to a digital copy of Punchline: https://online.flippingbook.com/view/151971/42/ Women entrepreneurs are a bit thin on the ground in the top 50 BUT it is great to see a businesswoman at Number Two! Gill Taylor MD of Newberry International Produce. The list starts on Page 21 and the whole publication looks like an interesting read.
Stroud Inc Business Group An organised but informal group interested in the businesses and community of Stroud. If you run a small business in or around Stroud and want to get involved with Stroud Inc. then sign up for the newsletter - find the link and more information here.
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