Business Networking in Kent with Counterpoint Networking

by Jo Dodds on 29 April 2009

If you are looking to network in Kent then you've come to the right place!

We are a local business networking group, based in Shepway, Kent, that meets in the evening once a month for informal, sociable networking. We firmly believe that 'proper' networking is vital to the success and growth of every business and by that we mean connecting with many… Continue reading

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June’s Meeting at the Red Lion

by Jo DoddsJuly 1, 2009
Last night's rearranged venue for our June meeting was, as usual, great (and thanks to the Red Lion for taking us on at the last minute). And even better that with the lovely warm weather we're having at the moment we were able to sit out in the garden. So, the networking was a bit loud as we… Continue reading | 2 Comments

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Business Networking Breakfast

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We recently met Lynda Trew from EllenorLions Hospices at a business exhibition. They run a monthly networking event that gives you the oppotunity to network with other business people as well as see the facilities at EllenorLions Hospice. The meetings are held on the first Friday of each month and cost £10. They start at 8.30am for networking, 9am for breakfast, and 9.30am a 60 second chance to promote your… Continue reading

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The Hythe Handbook

by Jo DoddsJune 24, 2009
The Hythe Handbook is an A5 full colour local community magazine that is well respected and read by people young and old throughout Hythe. A publication released bi-monthly to everyone in the CT21 postcode and includes local stories and local events as well as low cost effective local business advertising. The Handbook grows almost entirely by word of mouth, and has many long term advertisers and story writers due to… Continue reading

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The Toastmaster & Master of Ceremonies

by Jo DoddsJune 5, 2009

Introducing Gordon Haining, our very own Toastmaster and Master of Ceremonies.

Why engage a Toastmaster for your special occasion, it is only an added unnecessary expense. The concept of a Toastmaster as merely a loud voice who bangs a gavel and makes a few announcements is totally inaccurate. The Professional Toastmaster is a traditional part of the… Continue reading

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Champagne Networking Meeting

by Jo DoddsJune 1, 2009
We had a great business networking meeting last night at the Red Dragon offices in Lyminge, Folkestone, Kent. Gareth did us proud with a great buffet and champagne! I think a good time was had by all; we certainly didn't leave until 11pm, which is later than our usual finishes! It was great to see Peter Wood from… Continue reading

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Virtual PA and Lifestyle Management

by Jo DoddsMay 27, 2009
Paper-work, admin, payroll and accounts all hold more than their fair share of stress for small businesses. That’s why our region’s only Virtual PA says you need her! “Nobody goes into business so they can do admin,” says Hannah Joyce, aka Virtual Girl Friday. “with the exception of us at Virtual Girl Friday - we love it!” She… Continue reading | 1 Comment

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Jo was on the BBC News!

by Jo DoddsMay 22, 2009
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I have posted on our Counterpoint Matters website, where we help small business owners to set up their own quick, easy, search engine friendly websites and I thought I would share it here too. Because Jo Dodds was on BBC South East talking
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Business Networking International (BNI) Song

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We are members of the BNI that is held on Fridays at the Mercure Hythe Imperial, the BNI Imperial Chapter (that's what they call the groups). Well, I say 'we', but that's the royal 'we' as Simon, my husband and business partner, is the member and forever complaining that I agreed to substitute for him occasionally as part of the 'deal' but that never… Continue reading

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Who else wants to learn how to do business networking?

by Jo DoddsOctober 17, 2008
I often hear people who are just starting out in business asking whether networking is worth doing and, if it is, what the best way is of going about it. Well, I started my first business in 2005 and pretty much grew it through business networking so I would say that networking is extremely worthwhile. Having said that I tend to have a slightly different view about how you go about… Continue reading

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