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Read BNI Read BNI is a chapter of BNI (Business Network International) based in West Swindon. Find out how you can come to our next meeting!

BNI is the world's leading business referral organisation and is great for building your professional network. Read BNI is a Swindon based chapter of BNI (Business Network International) which is the worlds largest and most successful business referral network.

This morning, we had the pleasure of hearing from Laura Caddy of Laura Caddy LiftsLaura qualified as a Personal Trainer ...
12/11/2025

This morning, we had the pleasure of hearing from Laura Caddy of Laura Caddy Lifts

Laura qualified as a Personal Trainer in 2017 and holds a Level 3 qualification in fitness, along with certifications in Pre and Postnatal Exercise and Nutrition and Exercise to Music. She also has a degree in Business and Marketing—and fun fact, she used to be a DJ!

Laura specialises in helping professional women over 35 get back into the gym, build strength and confidence, boost their energy and focus at work, and stay consistent, even with busy travel schedules.

Her ideal clients include:
• Senior corporate women and executives
• Successful female entrepreneurs
• High-earning professionals
• Frequent travellers
• Women in high-stress leadership roles

You can try out her TDEE calculator here: https://www.lauracaddylifts.com/tdee-calculator/

It was a fantastic and insightful presentation from Laura—let’s do our best to bring her a referral next week!

Introducing our Notable Networkers for the month of October! ⭐️ 🏆We recognise Leo for being thanked for the most busines...
12/11/2025

Introducing our Notable Networkers for the month of October! ⭐️ 🏆

We recognise Leo for being thanked for the most business - a total of £6,310.00. This recognises him as an outstanding giver of business opportunities that have turned into invoices for one of our members.

We recognise Nicki and Hayriye for the most referrals passed. That is 8 genuine opportunities for BNI members given by each of them.

We would like to recognise Laura and Stewart for bringing 2 visitors each. Meeting new people in business is an excellent way for us all to grow our businesses, so thank you all for helping us all do that.

If you haven't already, definitely book in your 121's with our notable networkers.

Last week, we heard from Jo Smyth of Word Worker, who offers PR and Copywriting services.Jo shared several impressive ex...
11/11/2025

Last week, we heard from Jo Smyth of Word Worker, who offers PR and Copywriting services.

Jo shared several impressive examples of projects she has secured through BNI, including:

• Crafting web copy, blogs, and award submissions for Pip & Co
• Developing a PR plan, case studies, and a festive campaign for Exeter Leukaemia Fund
• Producing web content, LinkedIn posts, blogs, and award entries for Inspired Health Outcomes
• Providing expert support in PR crisis management

Jo’s work is outstanding, and she excels at capturing each client’s unique tone of voice... a vital skill for maintaining brand consistency!!

It was great to learn more about what she does for her clients, so we can now pass more referrals her way 😊

Thank you Jo!

⭐️ TESTIMONIAL ⭐️A few weeks ago, Nathan Sandhu of Jazzbones gave a glowing testimonial to Jo Smyth of Word Worker. Nath...
10/11/2025

⭐️ TESTIMONIAL ⭐️

A few weeks ago, Nathan Sandhu of Jazzbones gave a glowing testimonial to Jo Smyth of Word Worker.

Nathan said:

"I’d like to say a huge thank you to Jo Smyth from Word Worker. Jo has been absolutely fantastic in helping Jazzbones raise our profile across the local press and media.

Her PR support has been outstanding. Jo has an incredible ability to take our news stories and turn them into engaging, professional articles that editors love. She knows exactly how to pitch a story so it gets noticed, and she’s helped us secure some brilliant coverage in local publications. My mum even spotted me in the Evening Advertiser recently, yes, she is the one still buying the printed version! Jo is fabulous at what she does.

She’s proactive, creative, organised and genuinely passionate about getting the best results for her clients. Working with her has been a real pleasure and her input has made a big difference to our visibility and reputation in the area.

If you’re looking for someone who can make your business stand out in the media and get your story in front of the right audience, I couldn’t recommend Jo highly enough."

This weeks feature speaker is Laura Caddy, our resident Personal Trainer from Laura Caddy Lifts. This is part of a tailo...
10/11/2025

This weeks feature speaker is Laura Caddy, our resident Personal Trainer from Laura Caddy Lifts.

This is part of a tailored Health and Wellness Visitor Day.

Laura would like to see the following at the meeting:
• Nutritionists/Dieticians
• Hormone Specialists
• Acupuncturists/Naturopaths
• Massage Therapists / Sports Masseuses
• Personal Stylists/Image Consultants
• Beauty Professionals (aestheticians, cosmetic nurses, dermatologists)
• Hair Stylists
• Executive Coaches / Life Coaches
• Therapists / Counsellors
• Yoga / Pilates Tutors
• Running Clubs / Triathlon Coaches
• Corporate Wellness Consultants

If you are one of these people and would like to come along to see how Laura can be a good referral partner for you, then drop us a message to register.

🗓️ Wednesday 12th November
⏰ 06.30-08.30
📍The Village Hotel, Swindon, SN5 7DW

⭐️ TESTIMONIAL ⭐️Laura Caddy of Laura Caddy Lifts gave a glowing testimonial to Hayriye Mazzotta and Jamie Faircloth of ...
30/10/2025

⭐️ TESTIMONIAL ⭐️

Laura Caddy of Laura Caddy Lifts gave a glowing testimonial to Hayriye Mazzotta and Jamie Faircloth of Smart PA in yesterday's meeting.

Laura said:
"A truly reliable, resourceful, and detail-oriented VA who makes my work life easier.”

I’m an online fitness coach, and do everything in my business. I never thought about working with a VA until I joined BNI, and realised that by delegating tasks that I didn’t want to do or aren’t good at, would save me time and money in the long run.

I’ve been working with Hayriye and her associate Jamie from Smart PA for a few months now, and they have been fantastic! I’ve wasted so much time trying to figure out how to create landing pages and making emails look professional, and in just an hour Jamie did a much better job than I could have done in a week.

Thanks to their support, I’ve been able to focus on the areas of the business that I love – helping my clients achieve their goals and writing bespoke workout plans, and being able to reply quicker to their questions! I feel like a weight has been lifted and I’m levelling up my business.

Jamie also increased my Instagram following and started conversations with my ideal client, which is also something I didn’t have time for. The engagement on my account grew tenfold, and the next stage is to have Smart PA do my social media posts with the wording and direction I give them, as again – I don’t have the time or skills to make them “look pretty” but I know the content is good.

They are there whenever I have a question, are super quick to reply (we even have a WhatsApp group) and we have check in calls once a week. I feel so supported working with Hayriye and Jamie, and I’m so glad I made the decision to work with them. I tell all my friends that they need a Hayriye in their life!! Beyond her skills, she’s dependable, proactive, and a joy to work with.

I wholeheartedly recommend Hayriye from Smart PA to anyone looking for a dedicated and professional assistant."

This week, we had the pleasure of hearing from Tom Brennan of Ted Mortgages. Despite the name, Tom is not “Ted”! The com...
29/10/2025

This week, we had the pleasure of hearing from Tom Brennan of Ted Mortgages. Despite the name, Tom is not “Ted”! The company name is actually an acronym representing the important figures in his life: Tom (the owner), Emily (his wife), and their dogs, Walter and Teddy.

Tom began his career in mortgages back in 2013 with Halifax. However, he made the decision to leave after discovering that his own mum had never been offered a mortgage review—a missed opportunity that could have saved her thousands of pounds. He then moved to Nationwide, a building society designed to serve its members. But when he was declined a mortgage by Nationwide, only to be approved by another lender, he knew it was time for a change.

That led to the creation of Ted Mortgages—a company built on doing things the right way. Unlike banks and major lenders, they pride themselves on being ethical, professional, and committed to exceptional service—something clearly reflected in their extensive collection of 5-star reviews.

Alongside mortgage services, Ted Mortgages also offers personal insurance, including income protection, critical illness cover, home insurance, and more. Better yet, they charge no fees for residential mortgages.

Tom's ideal referral partners are:
• Solicitors
• UW Partners
•Property Developers
• Architects
•Estate Agents

And of course his ideal referrals are first-time buyers or people who are looking to remortgage.

If you or someone you know might be interested in speaking with Tom, get in touch with him TODAY!

This weeks feature speaker is Tom Brennan, our resident Mortgage Advisor from Ted Mortgages. Tom would like to see the f...
27/10/2025

This weeks feature speaker is Tom Brennan, our resident Mortgage Advisor from Ted Mortgages.

Tom would like to see the following at the meeting:
• Solicitors - Commercial, family, law, conveyancing
• Property Developers - New build, residential sites
• Architects
• Independent Estate Agents - without mortgage bureau
• Business owners and MDs

If you are one of these people and would like to come along to see how Tom can be a good referral partner for you, then drop us a message to register.

🗓️ Wednesday 22nd October
⏰ 06.30-08.30
📍The Village Hotel, Swindon, SN5 7DW

This week, we were delighted to have our Director Consultant, Russell Frost, lead an insightful Referral Skills Workshop...
22/10/2025

This week, we were delighted to have our Director Consultant, Russell Frost, lead an insightful Referral Skills Workshop.

Russell guided us through the process of setting a clear BNI Membership revenue target by breaking it down into practical steps:

• What is your average order value?
• How many new clients do you want from BNI?
• What is your conversion rate?
• And how many referrals will it take each year to hit that goal?

This exercise was incredibly useful in helping us sharpen our 60-second presentations to ask for specific, high-quality referrals.

He also clarified exactly what counts as a referral and what can be entered into BNI Connect — emphasizing that these should be qualified opportunities to do business.

Next, Russell introduced “The Referral Tree”, a fantastic tool for 10-minute presentations. It helps map out:

• Your existing clients
• The businesses you’d like to work with
• Your key referral partners

This not only identifies new opportunities for your business but also creates ways to give referrals to others who may benefit from connecting with your current clients.

Finally, he walked us through the Customer Care Checklist — a simple yet powerful document to share with clients. It opens the door to introducing them to other trusted professionals in your network, creating more value for everyone involved.

Last week's feature speaker was Stewart Bellinger, our resident Financial Advisor from Bellinger Financial Planning, who...
22/10/2025

Last week's feature speaker was Stewart Bellinger, our resident Financial Advisor from Bellinger Financial Planning, who spoke to us about the importance of pensions.

Stewart explained that in the 1970s, most people retired at 60 or 65, and with an average life expectancy of around 70, their pension savings didn’t need to stretch too far. Today, however, people are living significantly longer, which means pension funds need to last much longer too.

He also highlighted that employers can no longer enforce a retirement age, giving individuals the flexibility to work for as long as they choose. This makes it even more important to plan ahead.

Seeking expert advice from Stewart can help ensure you make the most of your money and enjoy the lifestyle you want well into retirement.

Fantastic presentation Stew. We look forward to sending referrals your way now we know more about your services and how you help people.

⭐️ NEW MEMBER ⭐️ We’re excited to introduce Laura Caddy from Laura Caddy Lifts who joined BNI Read back in July!Laura he...
14/10/2025

⭐️ NEW MEMBER ⭐️

We’re excited to introduce Laura Caddy from Laura Caddy Lifts who joined BNI Read back in July!

Laura helps professional women over 35 feel strong, confident, and empowered in their bodies - without extreme diets or unrealistic routines.

Her mission is to support busy women, mums, and those navigating life changes like postpartum recovery or perimenopause with personalised online fitness coaching that fits into real life.

Her services include:
• Bespoke fitness programs
• Quick and easy meals
•121 coaching

We’re thrilled to have you in our chapter, Laura, and can’t wait to support your journey with referrals and watch your business thrive.

👉 For all things health and fitness related, reach out to Laura today!

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