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28/08/2025

Next Wednesday, 7am at The Holiday Inn, Ipswich Road Norwich.

BNI Thrive Tribe will be celebrating our formal launch.

I would love to introduce you to the founder members of the Chapter.
We are there to grow our businesses and to do business.

Are you looking to gain more business. Could you handle more trade?

This is an open invite so please DM me or ring me on 07732 787455 to find out more.

15/08/2025

And just like that, we are back after Summer Break!

Going for Gold Business Networking

Friday 5th September
The Pavilion, Long Stratton Playing Field, Manor Road, Long Stratton
9:30am start | Free parking | Refreshments provided

This month, we’re unlocking one of the most underrated skills in business…
Once you learn it, you’ll wonder how you ever worked without it.
Presentation:

"Uncover Truth, Unlock Trust, Empower Smarter Business Decisions"

We’re joined by David Jefferies, a leading deception detection expert with decades of experience in government investigations, behavioural psychology, and fraud analysis.

You’ll discover how to:
Spot the subtle signs of dishonesty
Build deeper trust in professional relationships
Make sharper, smarter decisions in sales, recruitment, and negotiations

And of course – Going for Gold is more than just a talk:

• Connect with like-minded business owners
• Share contacts and spark collaborations
• Tackle a real live business challenge together
• Enjoy great conversation over coffee

Reserve your place now – https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/going-for-gold-networking-event-5th-september-2025-tickets-1530386219379?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Join us, learn skills that could transform the way you do business, and walk away with both insights and new connections.

Join us at the Going for Gold Networking Event to connect with like-minded individuals and reach your full potential!

16/06/2025

One for the diaries!

Going for Gold Networking – Friday 4th July

Presentation: “Are You Running the Show… or Just Running?”
Date: Friday 4th July 2025
Time: 9:30 AM
Location: The Pavilion, Long Stratton Playing Field, Manor Road, Long Stratton

Join us for our next Going for Gold Networking morning—where meaningful connections meet practical business wisdom (and yes, there’s coffee).

This month’s guest speaker is Steve Swindon, Business Growth Coach at Summit SCALE® Coaching. With over 35 years of leadership and consultancy experience (and an MBA to boot), Steve knows a thing or two about what keeps small businesses afloat—and what sinks them.

Presentation highlights:
If you’ve ever found yourself saying, “I think we’re doing OK financially…” this talk is for you. Steve will break down the four pillars of financial awareness every business owner needs to understand:
• Profit & Loss – The difference between what you make and what you actually keep
• Cash Flow – Why profit doesn’t always mean safety (and how to keep the lights on)
• Balance Sheet – What your business owns, owes, and is really worth
• Forecasting – How to plan for growth (and sleep better while you’re at it)
Key takeaway:
Your financial statements are not just for your accountant. They’re your business dashboard. And if you wouldn’t drive a car blindfolded… well, you know the rest.
As always, you’ll also have the chance to:
• Connect with local business owners in a relaxed setting
• Share business cards and potential collaborations
• Work through a live business challenge you can relate to
• Enjoy refreshments (and free parking!)
Ready to join us? Come for the networking, stay for the insights—and leave feeling more confident about your business numbers (and your future).

Join us at the Going for Gold Networking Event to connect with like-minded individuals and reach your full potential!

12/06/2025

Take note!

12/06/2025

Who says business is tough?

19/05/2025

Calling all businesses owners, movers, shakers, and those who've had enough of the endless bank holidays curtailing our growth!

After a month long breather we are back with Going for Gold Business networking events.

Friday 6th June @09.30 we will be brewing up at the Pavilion on Manor Road (AĶA the Parish Council Offices), Long Stratton.

This month we have the marvellous sharp Jules Rickman-Jenkins whoes mission is to make AI accessible and useful to us Mere mortal business owners.

Tickets cost £6.00 which is donated quarterly to a small local charity in Norfolk and Suffolk.
Your ticket includes coffee, teas, squashes and biscuits...and extraordinarily good company.

Come a long if you can.

10/05/2025

What a way to switch off.

A true English county garden.

Love your stolen moments!

29/04/2025

The beauty of working for yourself is having lunch in a space which allows you to defuse.

How is your day?

18/04/2025

Tell me it's a bank holiday weekend without telling me it's a bank Holiday weekend 😊

My very first edible loaf!!!

Feeling accomplished.

15/04/2025

I'm looking forward to an early start tomorrow!

Networking and breakfast with friends!

If any of my local connections want an introduction just drop me a line!

29/11/2024

Dont forget, it's next Friday!

"Join Us for Local Business Networking Friday 6th December
📍 Location: The Pavilion, Long Stratton Playing field, Manor Road, Long Stratton
🗓️ Date: Friday 6th December
⏰ Time: 09.30 am
Connect with fellow business owners from the local area in a friendly, informal setting. It’s the perfect opportunity to:
Exchange business cards and grow your network
Share contact details for future collaborations
Discover new business opportunities
We have 24 businesses already registered, you won’t want to miss this chance to expand your connections and boost your business.

Refreshments available.

💼 Free parking

Interested? https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/copy-of-going-for-gold-networking-event-6th-december-2024-tickets-1073203503569"

28/11/2024

One of the most powerful actions you can do today is,

to announce to the world, with a smile on your face "I am back!"

This won't be the first time I have suggested this as a very quick, but, oh-so-effective way to set your mindset for the day.

Try it.

Be loud and expressive when you do it!

Let me know what your experience is.