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Annual GV Dinner May 7th… tell your story & get your headshot!

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You can tell your story – as a writer or a speaker!  Open to everyone (GVers and friends!)

Content and story-telling is considered the most important marketing tool of 2019. Don’t miss out.

Experts JenCB and Karen Kessler will take us through the process of telling our stories…and Ian McIntosh is onsite for an updated headshot at the same time! (see the link below for more information)

Dinner is being catered by GVers (Sandra Parkin and Laurie Rosinelli)

Register here: 

For more information – see the link below:

https://www.growvantage.com/about-grow-vantage/annual-grow-vantage-dinner-you-can-tell-your-story-be-an-author-and-speaker/

Annual Grow Vantage Dinner – You Can Tell Your Story…be an author and speaker

Date: May 7th , from 6:30 – 9:30 pm

Location: Suite Success at ESS Direct, 411 Huronia Road at Big Bay Point

 

Opportunity to advertise in the May Court Club of Barrie’s “Home for the Holidays” booklet

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Here is a letter from Shelley Rumball (Group 36) who is a member of the May Court Club (a wonderful local organization that supports the community).The club has two major fundraising initiatives: The May Court Shop – Ladies Consignment Fashions and Homes for the Holidays – November House Tour.

As you may be aware, this is our 28th year hosting Home for the Holidays, this major event in Barrie. We sell between 1300-1500 tickets each year which allows for great exposure for your business. Last year, we raised $50,000 from this event alone which poured back into our community.

The Barrie branch of May Court was established in 1970 and continues to serve the community through a range of volunteer services such as nutrition programs in schools, the Ontario Early Years program, Meals on Wheels, seniors’ homes, Christmas Cheer and other community services such as RVH and Hospice Simcoe. May Court is the oldest service club in Canada. It was founded for women in 1898 by Lady Aberdeen, the wife of the Governor General.

The price of advertisements are $550 for a whole page, $275 for a half (1/2) page and $175 for a quarter (1/4) page.

Please contact Shelley to answer any questions, for prices and to participate in the advertising booklet. Thank you for your consideration,

Shelley Rumball May Court Member rumball@sympatico.ca (705)733-8516

Annual Dinner is May 7th – registration will open next week!

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We’re putting the finishing touches on our annual dinner on May 7th. So stay tuned for the details next week.

It’s for GVers and non-GVers alike!

Our theme will be telling your story… with a twist.

It’s important to tell your story on social media.

But as marketing gets more and more complicated, you’ll need to find a way to have lasting impact… that will boost your authority through the roof.

Have you ever thought about speaking at events or writing the book you know is inside you?

Our expert speakers will share the process they use to deliver their message and answer your questions.

More details are coming. So hold on to the date:

  • May 7, 2019
  • 6:30 pm – 9:30 pm
  • At Suite Success at ESS Direct, 411 Huronia Road (at Big Bay Point)

Questions? Contact me at patricia@growvantage.com

Heads Up on Small Business Event

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I am posting this on behalf of Ben Rudkins from Rogers Business.

We will be having a FREE Small Business event on May 1st and are looking to promote it to people involved with Startup Barrie.

We will be doing dozens of events across Canada this quarter from Victoria to Halifax.  The events have been extremely popular with Small Business owners and many of the events even fill up.  Anyone interested in learning about how to make their small business better is welcome!
The details and registration page is below:
Date: Wednesday May 1st, 2019
Location: Rogers Store at 636 Yonge St, Barrie
Time: 6pm-8pm
Itinerary: – 6pm – Free food and networking.
6:30 – 7:30pm Mary Young speaks on how to be more productive while on the go and save more time. (Check out her Ted Talk here https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bnZCZ-lL4JY  )
7:30-8pm Questions, food, networking, survey
Ben Rudkins
Small Business Retail Territory Manager, Northern Ontario
Small Business Sales, R4B, NEO

Dates to remember…. you on video April 9th!

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Hi everyone

GV Networking Event & Video interview that will be posted on the GV website (and that you can have too!)

If you haven’t claimed your spot (see directions below), do it soon. There are just 2 or 3 spots left

Here is what you have to do…

What do I need to do?

  1. Email me at patricia@growvantage.com and let me know you’d like me to interview you about your business – we’ll do as many interviews as we can that day (but there is a limit). (Please include answers to the questions below)
  2. Let me know 2 questions you’d like me to ask you particularly. Hint: These should not include: “Tell me every product you sell” – because people will stop watching.
  3. Think about and email me what you are planning to say in response to the following questions:  (Hint: we’ll put key words up on a white board behind the camera to help you remember what you want to say. And I’ll be there to prompt you.
    1. I’ll introduce you as [your name] and [your business name] – how do you want me to say that?
    2. What GV number are you?
    3. Who are you looking to help?
    4. What do you do for your customer (again, not a laundry list, but what difference, or transformation are you helping them make?) For example – Julia, as a pedorthist (…a what?) will help correct problems with your feet that may be causing that pain in your butt, or hips or legs and that prevents you from playing with your children, enjoying long walks, or standing up without pain.)
    5. Why did you decide to start this particular business?
    6. What one piece of advice would you give someone who is starting a business now?
    7. And if there is something else you are dying to have me ask you… great!

Any Questions? For those who are on the list – we’ll send out final instructions (like what to wear)…

See you on April 9th (5 – 6:30 pm at Suite Success at ESS Direct, 411 Huronia Road). Even if you are not having your video done, come out and watch, network and have fun.

Patricia

Know anyone who could benefit by Grow Vantage?

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We’ve just begun Group 48 and that Group will close in mid April. If anyone you know would like some help in growing their business… here is some useful information to pass along – and of course they are welcome to sit down in a one-to one meeting to find out more:

  • We want to help you develop and grow your business
    • Having a business coach at your fingertips means you can get all the guidance you need when you need it.
    • Before each class, a free clinic allows you to drop-in to find solutions to issues you might face as you build your business.
    • A full set of notes is delivered by email following each class so you can concentrate on what the instructors are teaching – and you have a manual at the end of your term.
  • We help entrepreneurs establish a solid network – which is critical to referral business
    • Build your referral network through your groups. We launch 3 groups each year that overlap so that you mix with your own, as well as with two other groups, in order to build a larger network.
    • Through “dance cards” (or one on one meetings), we encourage participants to get to know other Grow Vantagers as they learn about each other’s businesses, give and receive feedback, and make possible connections and collaborations.
  • We help you avoid mistakes and run your business more effectively
    • We focus on teaching you how to run your business effectively and avoid mistakes that cost money and delay success.
    • Classes are taught by successful entrepreneurs who have actually been where you are.
    • Advice is practical – to give you solutions (like templates to be compliant with privacy legislation, contracts, methods to survive an audit, and so on).
    • Classes are held over 10 months (approximately twice per month) on Tuesday evenings so that you can continue to run your business, with lots of opportunity to apply what you learn, and develop solid relationships with other GVers.
  • We want to promote you:
    • You will have your own profile on the GV website (which is Google searchable and helps get you found online). If you need to find someone – you either ask people you know – or Google!
    • You can also advertise your business offers or programs to the GV database for free (every week if you like) through our newsletter email. It’s also published on the website, where they can be found on Google.
    • We like to connect business owners to others who can help them grow their businesses – and do this all the time.
  • We understand what it’s like to be an entrepreneur:
    • If you need to miss a class (perhaps because of a client meeting or family obligation) – don’t worry, we allow you to make up the class with the next group. It doesn’t hurt to be exposed to another group, although we encourage you to be in your classes as often as possible to build that network and the trust that goes along with it.
    • The cost of the course is spread over the 10 months of the program to make it easier to get the training you need (without interest)! That is $95.00 + HST. There is a small registration fee which is due before the program begins, and payments will begin the month following your start.
    • The cost of the program is tax deductible.

If you would like to join us and get the help you need to grow your business, we would love to include you. You can register online (or I could send you a word document to complete for you to email back to me if you prefer).

Here is the link: http://growvantage.com/register-for-grow-vantage.html. The one-time registration fee of $49.50 + HST.

Save the date for the Annual Dinner! May 7th

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This year’s annual dinner is Tuesday, May 7th at Suite Success at ESS Direct (of course).

We’re talking about story telling – and how important it is for your business… Not only that, if you’ve ever wanted to write your story (an ebook, or a book), or learn how to speak effectively to an audience – come hear our speakers, who are accomplished in both fields.

We’re also putting the final touches on a head shot station, where you can get your head shot done at an incredibly reasonable rate. Is your head shot looking like one of those dating site pictures??? A little out of date?

Put May 7th in your calendar and stay tuned for registration to open!

Patricia

patricia@growvantage.com

705-229-4969

Would you like to be interviewed on video? (My gift to you). Put April 9th in your calendar

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I’m interviewing Grow Vantagers on April 9th at Suite Success at ESS Direct (5 – 6:30 pm)

…and do a little pre-work to help us prepare for that session. Us is me and James Martin (GV46)

During the next Grow Vantage Networking session (2nd Tuesday of the month from 5:00 – 6:30 pm), join us to do your video interview. In addition to seeing it on YouTube and linked to the Grow Vantage site, you will have access to it – to put on your YouTube Channel, your Facebook page (or wherever it makes sense).

Why video? Video is critical to help your business be found (local or international). Buzzsumo did a study of 777 million Facebook posts this January. They found that posts with video are 75% more effective than those with just links. We’re following best practices (a short video to keep peoples’ attention, with captions…because not everyone turns on sound).

Who is it for? If you are a current GVer, or one of the alumni – get on the list to have your video done.

Will it cost anything? We’re piloting these interviews…so for now – N0!

What do I need to do?

  1. Email me at patricia@growvantage.com and let me know you’d like me to interview you about your business – we’ll do as many interviews as we can that day (but there is a limit). (Please include answers to the questions below)
  2. Let me know 2 questions you’d like me to ask you particularly. Hint: These should not include: “Tell me every product you sell” – because people will stop watching.
  3. Think about and email me what you are planning to say in response to the following questions:  (Hint: we’ll put key words up on a white board behind the camera to help you remember what you want to say. And I’ll be there to prompt you.
    1. I’ll introduce you as [your name] and [your business name] – how do you want me to say that?
    2. What GV number are you?
    3. Who are you looking to help?
    4. What do you do for your customer (again, not a laundry list, but what difference, or transformation are you helping them make?) For example – Julia, as a pedorthist (…a what?) will help correct problems with your feet that may be causing that pain in your butt, or hips or legs and that prevents you from playing with your children, enjoying long walks, or standing up without pain.)
    5. Why did you decide to start this particular business?
    6. What one piece of advice would you give someone who is starting a business now?
    7. And if there is something else you are dying to have me ask you… great!

Any Questions? For those who are on the list – we’ll send out final instructions (like what to wear)…

See you on April 9th (5 – 6:30 pm at Suite Success at ESS Direct, 411 Huronia Road). Even if you are not having your video done, come out and watch, network and have fun.

Patricia

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