Breaking News

Maree has emailed members to advise she is resigning as National Director from 31st December. She is trying to recover from a serious car accident she was in earlier this year. We wish her all the best and thank her for her efforts as National Director over the past 6.5 years.

Christmas Breakfast

20 of us gathered including 1 visitor (great to see Leanne again)for a delicious breakfast to celebrate Christmas. This is our final meeting at the Odd Couple Restaurant. Thanks to Tim and Robyn for looking after us for so many years. Best wishes to you both for the future. We will miss you.
Next year we will meeet at Mocha Bella Cafe, Northwest Shopping Plaza McDowall commencing on 17th January at 7am.
Awards were handed out from Maree from National Office to the Management Team both past and present. Long term members were also recognised.
Speaker today was Terry who told us of his passion of dancing.He finds this the perfect way to stop being a workaholic. He loves dancing, it is a fun time and he also likes structured dancing.
To conclude the meeting members reflected on 2007 and spoke of things they were looking forward to in 2008.
Leads 14 in all, 12 internal and 2 external.
We wish every one a safe and Happy Christmas and New Year.

13th December 2007

18 Attendees, 17 members and 1 visitor.
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Tim has advised us he is closing the restaurant on 21st December permanently. Now we need to find a new home. Nicola is on the job and we will start next year at the new location when the decision as to where is made.
Speakers today Madeleine Hicks and Lyn Whyte.
Madeleine shared about getting to the point of distress and the 'Christmas Grump'. We should all count our blessings. Some thoughts in the Christmas Season - Keep your humanity and walk in the rain.
This year Madeleine is again doing the Smith Family Appeal so drop in any contributions this Thursday.
Lyn showed us a photo on glass from 1890's. The process was developed from the 1820's. It is a copper plate process with the image being bought out under mercury gas.The photo had real gold leaf in it and the colour was done by hand.Lyn's tip always put a mat around your photos when you frame them to keep the glass off them.Next year Lifetime Photography will continue the same as this year but with Norm to run Workshops expanded into digital.
Leads today 17 internal and 5 external total 22.
See you all for the Christmas break up next Thursday.

6th December 2007

17 members attending today.
Leads 8 external, 11 internal total 19.
Speakers Mary Ryan and Ngaire Birch.
Mary shared some of her experiences with RSPCA. She started with them as a volunteer in the vet surgery on the SSS (shovelling shit shift) which she continued for a number of years. Subsequently she filled in as a casual ambulance driver a paid position she still does as required. The TV series animal rescue is typical of the role.
The RSPCA is a charity that receives no Govt funding. They do apply for and receive some grants but rely on the public for donations. They have a bequest program that helps them continue their work. Mary enjoys fostering kittens and has always had a strong affinity with animals.
Ngaire talked about our skin and the process she employs to enable her clients to detox using clay and a wrap. Essential oils in which she specialises are absorbed into the body through the skin and then get to the vital organs that way.If you haven't done so you need to treat yourself to a massage from Ngaire (HIGHLY RECOMMENDED).
Our Christmas breakfast will be on 20th December after which we will break until the New Year.

22nd November 2007

Attendees 16
Leads 11 internal 8 External a total of 19.
Speakers today-Edward and Peter.
Edward told us how he has been rebranding himself in the marketplace. He now has his own domain name that will come into play shortly. qualityproperty.com Watch this web site as it develops.
Edward is now doing some extensive advertising on Radio 96.5 and getting good response to this new and intense campaign.
Peter part of one's investement strategy is to prepare for retirement. Many people set investments up and don't take a lot of notice of them ie. buy shares and put them in the bottom drawer for years.
If you increase your return over 10-15 years it makes a huge difference.
Buying and selling shares is dangerous if you don't know what you are doing.
Know how to identify problem shares.
Know how to manage shares.
You need an effective exit strategy.
Have plans in place to protect your assets if things go wrong.
Minimum amount to get into shares $10k if heavily involved $25k can do well.
Thanks guys for interesting and informative talks.
Speakers next week Geoff Clarkson and Greg Jardine.

15th November 2007

17 Attendees
Leads today- 19 Internal 3 External a total of 22.
New Management Team is now in full flight. Janeece, Nicola and Ngaire fill these positions fo rthe next 6 months. Their primary goal is 30 members. 26 in 3 months and 30 in 6. We all need to be constantly on the look out for members as it is members who make this networking club successful. Good luck ladies.
Janeece Giraldo and Dave Willams were the speakers.
Janeece spoke about industry super funds that do not pay commissions, they spend money on TV adds. You need to look at the returns of the various funds over time say 3 years average return 18%
Janeecee's company over 3 years 34.96%.
Check your statements to see how you are going.The American subprime is still a problem.
Dave from PBS warned us against special deals that some suppliers offer they catch up with you on the larger ticket items. Prices at PBS are likely to be better as they work on a reasonable markup on all products and don't go for the big hit.
Dave is able to source unusual products eg 50 Cowbells recently.
Speakers next week: Peter Varcoe and Edward Singleton.

Tabulam Races- Well Almost

The races were cancelled because of the flu but that didn't stop us have a relaxing time eating, drinking and socializing with even a little fence fixing.
We were not deterred by the occasional showers and by all reports a good time had by all.
A visit to Jean-Claude's French Restaurant for Sunday lunch was fabulous. If you get the opportunity to visit Mallanganee NSW then the restaurant should be a must.

8th November 2007

Only 14 attendees today.
Leads 5.
Speakers David Pratt and Simon Penrose.
David has now started his own business after many years in the finance industry. David started his working life in CBA working in some far away places like Darwin. He undertook lending and then moved to Commonwealth Development Bank before transferring to CBFC where he moved into Equipment Finance his speciality. Subsequently he spent many years with Don Stevens Finance and later Centrepoint Finance when they bought out Don Stevens.
Now in his own business he still has access to the same lenders and even some others.He is able to be more flexible and is looking forward to the challenges of his own business.
Simon told us about his family holiday in Cairns and at Hinchinbrook Island where he attended his sister's wedding.
They enjoyed the reef and he reports that the Island did a fantastic job. No mobile phone reception or internet so the perfect place top get away from business and recharge the batteries.
Simon is now throwing himself back into work attending to all those telecommunication challenges.
Speakers next week Edward and Tom.
David settled up the winners on the Melbourne Cup. Thanks for all your work David.

Melbourne Cup Sweep

2007 MELBOURNE CUP SWEEP

1. TAWQEET David Pratt
2. BLUE MONDAY Simon Penrose
3. BLUTIGEROO Peter Varcoe
4. GALLIC Madeleine Hicks
5. RAILINGS Lynn White
6. EFFICIENT Richard Jones
7. MAYBE BETTER Monette Gardiner
8. TUNGSTEN STRIKE Janeece Giraldo
9. ZIPPING Libby Duffin
10. BLACK TOM Nicola Cox
11. MASTER O’RIELLY Terry Lynam
12. PURPLE MOON Julia & Kevin Casey
13. LAZER SHARP Shane Holbeck
14. ON A JEUNE Mary Ryan
15. SCENIC SHOT Peter Varcoe
16. SARRERA Tom Arnott
17. SCULPTOR Julia Casey
18. DOLPHIN JO Jenny Pratt
19. DOURO VALLEY Dave Williams
20. SIRMIONE Ngaire Birch
21. THE FUZZ Jacki Arnott
22. ESKIMO QUEEN Janeece Giraldo
23. PRINCESS COUP Chris Ryan
24. MAHLER Paul Ryan


1st Place $ 150.00
2nd Place $ 50.00
3rd Place $ 30.00
Last $ 10.00

GOOD LUCK EVERYONE!

Meeting 1st November 2007

16 attendees today 15 Members 1 Visitor.
Welcome to our newest member Shane Holbeck from Accountix.
Leads today 9
Speakers Libby and Tom.
Libby shared how she became a graphic artist and how the technology of today was then a long way off so she knows how her trade is done from the ground up. Samples of her work in a tourism magazine spoke volumes for her talent. She insists on working with clients until they are happy with the result. Well done Libby on your 1st presentation.
Tom told us about "10 Pitfalls to Watch out for when Shopping for a Home Loan"
Very informative and the single page handout is an easy reference guide.
Speakers next week the 2 Davids- Statioery and Equipment Finance.
Melbourne Cup Sweep is being attended to by David. Horses will be posted as soon as the draw is advised.Good Luck to those who are in it.

25th October 2007

16 attendees today. Including 1 visitor.
42 leads passed today. "FANTASTIC"
Speakers this week were Audrey and Nicola as Libby had last minute child minding duties. We will hear from her next week.
Audrey gave good advice on how women should get into their vehicles. Sit in the car by backing in then swing both legs into the vehicle at the same time. This prevents hip problems. She also shared with us a book titled "The Dog & Lemon Guide" which details most of the faults found in most of the popular cars.Her friend imports used vehicles from Japan 4WD 7/8 seaters- basically Mitsubishi.
Be sure to change your timing belt every 100k otherwise big bucks to repair the engine.
To get rid of smells such as milk or cigarettes spray rum in the car and let it sit in the sun.
Nicola stepped in as a last minute speaker and talked about greyhounds. There is an adopt a greyhound club- they organise socialisation of retired dogs after they finish racing. Greyhounds are usually very healthy and intelligent. They make wonderful pets. You can also foster dogs. You are provided with all their food and can see if you like them before deciding to adopt. For more info www.greyhoundracing.com.au
Nicola also bought to our attention that it is cat breeding season and that regretably the RSPCA will destroy 13,000 kittens this season. We should not look on pets as being disposable and act responsibly in this throw away society.

Meeting 18th October 2007

Great meeting again.
17 people in attendance, 2 visitors.
We welcome out newest member Libby Duffin. We look forward to you sharing your business with us as you tell us all about graphic design in the future.
Speakers today Monette and Julia.
Monette showed us a selection of her gifts. From babies to exclusive jewellery.
She also has a gift wrapping service the proceeds from which go to Abused Womens Trust. Monette believes in giving back to the local community by contributing to fund raisers.
She is working on increasing her Mens range of gifts. There are some fantastic cuff links for the man who has everything or is impossible to buy for.
Julia unashameably told us that if the product is anti aging then she has to have it.
She has a range of products that help fight the aging process and keep you young and wrinkle free. Also a skin scanner that shows up damage from the sun. Then apply Auto Age Spot and Pigmentation Lotion and this can repair the damage. See Julia to get all the technical data.
2 very interesting and informative talks.
Leads this week 14, 8 internal and 6 external.
Speakers next week Libby Duffin and Audrey Petersen.

Nicola's Mixer

Those who were able to attend at House of Collections were treated to a fantastic range of furnishings and given a brief overview of the wholsale furniture business. We were able to try out various styles of furniture such as the wide range of seating while checking out the chandeliers. Food and beverages Nicola provided catered for all tastes.
A great night.

Meeting 11 October 2007

21 attendees today
Leads 21.
Guest speaker David Marsh spoke on "There is More to a Website Than Just Design"
He shared 3x3 secrets.
Some points: Websites need to be found.Google is relevancy based.
When your site is found then people need to like the site.
They must be able to buy from you.
Testimonials are gold.
Use as a proactive marketing tool.
These were just a few of the interesting matters David touched on.
Speakers next week.Monette and Julia.

Meeting 4th October

12 members in attendance today.
8 Leads passed.
So far this financial year 173 leads have been passed.
Speakers this week Geoffrey Clarkson and Richard Jones.
Geoff from Admiralty Cleaning addressed the type of leads he is looking for: office cleaning, strip shopping centres and motels. He prefers to work for the private sector, small to medium sized businesses. For specialist cleaning such as carpet cleaning he subbies it out to his reliable associates in the cleaning industry.
Richard Gregg Lawyers spoke on getting the most from your advisers.
Prepare for any meeting.
Organise your paperwork.
Write down your questions so you don't forget.
Arrive on time for your appointment.
When booking an appointment make sure sufficient time is allocated so you can cover everything.
Write down the answers to your queries and also any follow up you need to do.
If you do not understand the advice you are given say so and make sure you do before you leave. After all you are paying for the advice.
These tips are for all advisers not just lawyers.

Meeting 27th September 2007

15 present today.20 leads passed. A good morning.
Speakers Ray Nielsen and Madeleine Hicks.
Ray warned us of some of the 'Nasties' that can occur on a computer system and things to watch out for.
Download/upload charges. Kids and free music may result in other people using your computer illegally.
Be aware of viruses, worms,trojans - some are annoying others destructive.
Keep your anti-virus & spyware upto date. This is CRITICAL.
Sadly Ray has just taken a contract that means he is resigning from the club. We wish him well and thank him for his imput to the club.
Madeleine reflected on her past 12 months.She shared with us her personal growth which she directly attributed to her Leads Club membership. Some of her words of wisdom- surround yourself with people who uplift you, help you move forward. "Everton Park Leads Club does this for me."
The Law of Attraction - thanks Edward.
Focus 110% and business will grow.
A very moving presentation that this report cannot possibly do justice to. Thanks Madeleine.
Speakers next week Jeff and Richard.

A Town Called Nowhere

Friday night saw some members travel to Dayboro to watch this years play by the Dayboro Players. The play was most entertaining. At times we laughed ourselves silly. Knowing some of the actors as well as the writer/director added to the occasion. Good entertainment with good friends, what more could you ask for?

Meeting 20th September 2007

Only 14 of us here today with a number of apologies. 12 leads passed. Speakers were Mary Ryan (Eight Carat Coaching) and Lyn Whyte (Lifetime Photography).
Mary spoke on the Features of a Successful Business and left us with a bullet point handout to assist in assessing a business. Very useful information for anyone thinking of buying a business or just to enable you to assess where your own business stands.
Lyn did show and tell producing photo examples of the type of work they can do. She stressed the importance of framing photos carefully to preserve them. The use of non reflective glass over a photo is amazing.

Meeting 13th September 2007

12 members and 1 visitor in attendance today. Speakers were Ngaire who told us some of the basics of Aromatherapy and Peter who gave some of his history leading up to how he came to be involved in Financial Education. A number of leads were given. Madeline reminded us of the fundraising walk for the walker for the little handicapped boy and urged those who could not participate to donate to the cause. Well done Madeline and the group for participating. Remember those who are attending Dayboro Players next week to wear western gear.
Next meeting thursday 20th September 2007.