Raving about Ponsonby Enterprise
Really enjoying the Ponsonby Enterprise Group – great bunch of women who are passionate about being successful in business which is inspiring.
What I love about it is that the businesses are not focused on a specific location (Ponsonby) but are very broad in terms of their clientele and it’s very easy for us all to refer and help each other.
We are also selling in to the same corporate markets too – dealing with the illusive companies who hide behind PR companies.
I feel Venus is something I can contribute to really easily and get much from.
I was buzzing from the first visit.
Jeanette Bremner
Director
50 Plus Lifestyle Show
p. 0800 50plus (507587)
m. 027 2332448
e. jeanette@50pluslifestyle.co.nz
w. www.50pluslifestyle.co.nz
Jeanette brings a wide range of skills with over 30 years designing, planning and managing events of all types along with general management experience. Jeanette loves to see a well-planned event come together and always strives to create a great experience for her clients – in this case, our exhibitors and guests.
I look forward to my “Venus Fix” every fortnight
“I truly love the experience that is Venus. As a business woman, it can be a very lonely road to hoe and you can often feel overwhelmed by the many responsibilities of life; family, partners, business, and last but not least, ourselves. But it is usually ourselves that comes last.That is why I look forward to my “Venus Fix” every fortnight.
It is refreshing to network (‘gossip’ as our male counterparts may well define) with other like-minded women and to have a forum within which to share ideas, triumphs and challenges. Thank you so very sincerely for bringing to life this unifying network that helps to make the business world a much warmer place”.
Warm Regards,
Jude Hunt
Managing Director
Blue Tulip Interiors Limited
184 High Street
P O Box 418
RANGIORA
p. +64 3 313 0123
f. +64 3 313 0243
m.+64 21 227 1776
Thank you for the inspiring email
“Thank you for the inspiring email.
I found the suggestion to consider the four points re our businesses (‘what’s working well’ etc) very useful and will do some work on that tomorrow.
I’m very new to running my own business – and any ‘self horn blowing/marketing’ and find Venus meetings a really good way to connect with the other members and gain confidence in promoting my services.
Catherine is doing a great job of running our Takapuna club.”
Lynda Smith
Nutrition for Life
www.nutritionforlife.co.nz
An integral part of my success strategy
It’s quite a strong statement to make when I say my life has been transformed since meeting Vanessa Davey and joining the Venus Club, but it’s true.
The experience of meeting and building relationships with motivated, inspiring and forward thinking women has been incredible. The benefits have been more incredible.
Being a member of the Venus Club means I no longer feel alone in my venture, because I’m surrounded by woman who ‘get it’ and who understand the highs and lows of being in business.
Because of the Venus Club we all get support when things are tough and recognition when things are great – where else can you get that from women who truly understand the journey you’re on?
Vanessa has an amazing ability to help you think outside the box and realise your full potential and I can’t think of a time when I haven’t been energised and motivated by her presence. She rocks!!
Vanessa and the Venus Club are an integral part of my success strategy and I wouldn’t be without either of them!
Deb Bodger,
Managing Director
Pet Partners
www.petpartners.co.nz
Happy Birthday Venus Clubs
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to you!
Happy Birthday to dear Venus Club!
Happy Birthday to you!
Well done Vanessa, you’ve created a really supportive network of women in business & my fortnightly Venus meeting is one of the most important dates in my diary.
I feel really fortunate to be part of the wonderful Central Club here in Christchurch, we have a fabulous group of ladies with lots of passion & ideas for their own business & each others.
My new store (The Mohair Store) is the venue for April’s After 5, which is exciting as I’ve always wanted to host an ‘event’ and with the support of Venus it’s become a reality.
Enjoy the rest of your day & look forward to meeting you sometime.
Kind regards
Andrea
The Mohair Store
Fantastic tool for networking
I have found Venus Club a fantastic tool for networking and meeting new successful, professional and exciting women from many different professions.
I have referred many and have many referring my services also. Its great catching up with them on a fortnightly basis to RAVE and enjoy good coffee and a chat too.
Tina Arthur
Travel Broker – Flight Centre (NZ) Ltd
Wellington Central Club
Tauranga member raves about Venus
Hi Diana,
We have a great Venus Club Branch. (Tauranga City Venus Club)
I love supporting something I feel is beneficial to all in that our combined effort in supporting each other only makes our businesses and determination to survive stronger. Thank you so much for referring me for the workshop on Tuesday. (Brand YOU, Fiona Hewitt) It couldn’t have been better timed. I am sure our business will really benefit from it.
You are a very giving person. Betty from www. knights2rememba.co.nz
I have been really impressed with the way the Venus Club system works and the lovely ladies we have in the City Club in Tauranga.
It certainly is a fantastic way of networking and feels more friendly sitting around a table talking to each other and sharing our ideas and experiences rather than standing in a room full of a lot of people talking to each other and not really circulating or really hearing what the people we are talking to REALLY do.
Betty McCullough
www.knights2rememba.co.nz
Venus Club members share their thoughts…
I joined the Venus Club with an expectation that it may help grow my new business, it not only grew it, it encouraged me and grew my confidence.
The Venus Club has put me in touch with a large group of like minded business women who are all cheering me on. Ive only had help and support from all these women, and cant imagine not being part of it.
Wendy Roberts
Professional Organiser
www.morespace.co.nz
“I just want to say thanks for having me in the club – not only does it get me out of my office and meeting/talking to people at the meetings/RAVEs, it’s also getting me excited about moving the business forward!:
“Everyone is so positive and enthusiastic! It’s a great service you’re providing and is helping me massively even though I’ve only been to 3 meetings! I really believe it’s down to your enthusaism and positive attitude (that rubs off on us!) and ‘looking out for us all’ – it’s like a little Venus family! Thank you!”
Jodie Thorne
www.wickedeye.co.nz
“I am meeting so many amazing women who I am forming great friendships and business relationships with.
This time last year I would never have thought I could be having this much fun!!
It’s fantastic, thank you and the venus group for bringing us all together.”
Belinda Gangell
Solo Operator
Marketing Coach
“I so enjoy the Venus Club!
It provides me with an opportunity to lift my head from the depths of my business and to surround myself with a group of like-minded, highly spirited and enormously motivating women.
There are many “ah ha” moments in our meetings as I learn about the goals, challenges and successes that we all share being self employed. It frequently reinforces that I am part of a community of women all working to create fantastic futures!
I value Vanessa Davey so very much and appreciate the personal interest she takes in my business”
Tina Jones
Design Boutique
www.designboutique.co.nz
“Through the Venus Clubs I have been introduced to some fabulous women. The relaxed atmosphere during the meetings enables each person to learn more about each others business in a positive and encouraging way. The clubs provide a forum for members to gain confidence with their own business direction and build stronger relationships with other members to benefit themselves and others.
I have been able to build my company’s brand and my profile locally through their clubs, thereby increasing the awareness of my business. It has been rewarding to be able to refer these women’s businesses to other people I have met, knowing that I may be benefiting both parties concerned by connecting them together.”
Charlene Overell
Wealth Manager
Plan B Wealth Management
www.planbonline.co.nz
“The Venus Club works in many ways and the main one for me is in building confidence. Thank you very much Vanessa, I want you to know how much I apprecite it.”
Cathy Thomson
Owner and Manager
Caci Mediaspa
www.tauranga.caci.co.nz
“Advertising is a costly exercise and isn’t always guaranteed to produce results. To sum up, joining the club was the most cost effective marketing expense we ever made! GREAT VALUE FOR MONEY!”
“I cannot recommend the Venus Clubs enough. Since joining the club, I have made some strong and supportive friends, increased my sales and even better my personal confidence. These groups are ideal for women relocating to a new area and especially great for new businesses.”
“With PrintStop being a unique business within its sector, it has been a struggle communicating my unique message to business prospects. Being a part of the Venus Club has allowed me to explain to people face to face what makes our company so fantasic. Within the Venus Club there is a strong sense of business support. Whenever I need a product or service for business or personal I always ask a Venus Club member first, as I know I am guaranteed top quality pricing and service.”
Michelle Beaumont
Print and Design Manager
PrintStop
www.printstop.co.nz
“At last, a networking organisation that works to help and support me as a businesswomen.”
“I am very happy to be a member of the Tauranga Seaside Venus Club where I get to educate 20 women about my business so they can refer people to me and vice versa. What more could you ask for, beautiful entreprenerial women each with an inspiring business that they are very passionate about and the opportunity to work together. “
“Thanks Vanessa for creating a professional and supportive community for women, so positive.”
Angela Beatson
Brand and Communications Consultant
“I really enjoy the groups and yes I have definitely increased my client base as a direct result. The guidance into thinking about my business and how I present that to the public has been invaluable. The added revenue means that being a member hasn’t cost me financially, just time investment in attending the meetings and getting together with individuals between meetings to learn and share more about our businesses. ”
“I have found that the life principles of reaping and sowing, paying forward and giving and receiving have definitely applied. Pressing in and making the most of each opportunity brings immeasurable rewards!
It’s getting to be a busy time of the year to be spending time away from the coal face, and then on the other hand it’s refreshing to take that time away while still actually focussing on work.”
Sharyn Ludwig
Beauty Therapist
Greerton Village Beauty Therapy
I have never been blown away with feedback like I have with Venus
Rachelle here from Plenty in the Bay magazine.
I just wanted to pop you a line to THANK YOU for your amazing support and belief for our publication. I get feedback almost daily from Chrissie that she bumps into people who she has never met but have heard about Plenty in the Bay from you or from another member of your Venus clubs.
I was a member of BNI in Hamilton for nearly 4 years a wee while ago (in my old life) and I do know the power of network marketing, but I have never been blown away with feedback like I have with Venus.
What an amazing club and what an amazing lady you are.
I LOVE VENUS!!!!
Venus is having a very positive impact on my photography business
A testimonial from Linda O’Reilly, who wasn’t too sure whether she should renew her membership after 3 months but is very glad she did.
The Venus Club has introduced me to many smart women in business.
We have been able to build successful working relationships and often refer business to each other. It didn’t happen overnight, in fact after 3 months I was still not sure that it was right for me, but I continued my membership anyway.
Now, after 4-5 months, lots of things are clicking into place and Venus is having a very positive impact on my photography business. What’s more, it’s really enjoyable!
I am based in Christchurch, New Zealand, and travel throughout the South Island. I’m a Qualified Member of the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography, and I use a professional Canon camera with top quality lenses. Afterwards I process all your images carefully using the latest software and techniques.
I love all types of photography. There is no limit to the challenge of capturing life and light, shape and form, colour and texture. It fascinates me, and it is my absolute passion.
Please don’t hesitate to contact me if you have any questions about how I can help you.
Linda
