Leeds Catalyst

LSx 2009

Hey everyone, LSx 2009 (the second Leeds Web Festival <http://lsx09.com> ) got off to a great start earlier this week with the the May edition of OpenCoffee <http://upcoming.yahoo.com/event/2408058/> , the Digital Britain unconference <http://dbucyh.eventbrite.com/>  as well as a meetup of the Leeds Hackspace <http://leeds.hackspace.org.uk/> community.

We have lots more planned, throughout the remainder of May - notably around the last weekend with BarCamp 2009, Future of Web Apps, Girl Geek Dinner & Physical Computing 101.

Head on over to http://lsx.09.com <http://lsx.dotnorth.org> for a full schedule and details how to register for individual events.

So what's coming up...
12th may innovation north 2009 showcase <http://www.leedsmet.ac.uk/inn/news_innovation_north_showcase_2009.htm>
Leeds Met's undergraduate expo, showcasing the work of this year's graduating class in music technology, sound, games design, animation, special effects, creative media and computing.

19th may hackspace <http://leeds.hackspace.org.uk/>
Hackspace is an alternative term for Hackerspaces <http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hackerspace> , a physical place where anybody with an interest in technology can meet up, socialize and collaborate on project within a vast range of technologies and languages.

20th may geekup <http://geekup.org/events/133/>
An evening social of internet industry workers, including a trio of brief 20:20 talks - Clare Lindley on Creating iPhone apps with PhoneGap, Phil Helliwell on What your BIG-IP can do for you & Jonathan "Squigfried" Powell on Hack Spaces, and why having one in Leeds will be awesome.

27th may girl geek dinner <http://leedsgirlgeekdinners.com/>
An evening buffet accompanied by keynote speakers representing the best femalte talents in the technology sector. Seedcamp <http://www.seedcamp.com/>  CEO, Reshma Sohoni <http://www.seedcamp.com/pages/about_team#reshma> , and Democracy PR's founder, Jennifer O'Grady <http://www.democracypr.com/our-team.html>  will be one of the featured speakers, with around 70 guests drawn from the city's most talented and respected female professionals in creative and digital.

28th may future of web apps tour <http://events.carsonified.com/fowa/2009/tour>
Ryan Carson's renowned conference comes to Leeds for the first time, at the city's newly opened Rose Bowl. The theme is Cloud Computing - with speakers from Microsoft, Amazon and Salesforce.

29th may physical computing 101 <http://physicalcomputing.eventbrite.com/>
tinker.it <http://tinker.it/>  an innovative consultancy that's bringing together the physical and digital worlds through creative technologies will be leading a day long Beginner's Guide to Arduino, to help novices and experts alike learn how to build small electronic widgets!

30-31st may cupcake camp <http://cupcakecampleeds.eventbrite.com/>
An afternoon of cake--related debauchery - bringing together the ancient elemental power of sugar, cream & flour in an orgy of cakey goodness! Eight master bakers will battle to the death - to win your confection affection - only one will prevail, while others will be sacrificed on a moist, spongy altar...dripping with jam.

30-31st may barcamp leeds {2009} <http://barcampleeds.com/>  &
BarCamp Leeds is the city's third 'unconference', a event where the folks that attend create the programme of sessions themselves. BarCamps are open, participatory, democratic, 'workshop' events; the organisers and sponsors simply provide wireless broadband, a venue, beverages and food! The attendees provide the content - and the buzz.

3rd june exposure leeds <http://exposureleeds.org/>
The city's photographic community is supporting LSx by running 60-90 minute workshops photography workshops with a technological bias - some topics might include Flickr, Photoshop, HDR, PhotoSynth and Lightroom.



We're pretty sure there's something here that'll appeal a little to everyone across Leeds' digital communities (and seriously, everyone likes cake!). LSx has been built by all of you

So jump in, take your pick and we hope to see you around LSx in the next few weeks :)

Free PR Photo Opportunity tonight!

Hello Everyone!

Just a quick reminder that the next free UK Inventure event is happening TONIGHT in Old Broadcasting House Leeds.

 

The event is going to be our popular FREE PR PHOTO event for full details you can see:http://www.ukinventure.com/events/details/4-free-pr-photo.html If you are a start-up, business owner, or simply want to have a business style photo taken of yourself, you can come along to todays event and have a free professional photo taken of you courtesy of Bradley Potterton from Quintessential Studios (http://www.quintessentialstudios.co.uk/) 

 

We are welcoming everyone to bring along any pictures or logos on a USB pen or CD (which will be projected into the backdrop for your snap), along with any props, clothing etc they feel is suitable. 

 

Of course, if you don’t want a picture and simply want to come along to chat and mingle with a group of business minded folk, you are more than welcome, and as per normal after the event we’ll be heading over to the fantastic Reform Bar. Everyone is welcome from start-ups and students to experienced business dons – that’s what makes Inventure so interesting!

 

Hope to see you all tonight.

 

Regards,

 

--Jason Dainter 
UK Inventure 
w: http://www.ukinventure.com
e: [email protected]
m: 07769553545msn: [email protected]

skype: bigbrainltd

Starting a Business for Next to Nothing

How Bizaar!

Breakfast Networking @ Hillside myCatalyst(TM)

Hi, I would like to invite you to our networking meeting…

 

Leeds Business Networking (Beeston)

 

Leeds business Networking is unique in many ways that you could only assess from visiting us, which would only cost you £10 including a full breakfast. Our membership prices are only £195 per year for full membership with no joining costs, our competitive prices are because I already run a business and I wanted to create a quality networking group that helps business’s and prospective businesses to become involved in networking in a comfortable environment. Look up our established sister group at www.LeedsBusinessForum.co.uk

Within our meetings we have networking introduction & training, role plays and business advice. Our meetings start 7.00am onward with freeform networking, with a full breakfast being served around 7.30 which is our “official” start time. Then it's around a table for the formal part which includes handing out cards and a few minutes opportunity for you to explain who you are, what you do, your Unique Attribute or USP, and your target audience, in which ever way you feel happy with. We have a full agenda until 9.00 when we officially stop, however networking continues as needed after that time. We are also planning separate one off daytime events with a variety of themes as well as panel advice events.

The venue is at Hillside my Catalyst TM (the site of the old primary school) Beeston Road Leeds LS11 8ND.

 

We meet every other week and our next two meetings are on the 8^th & 22^nd of May.

Please let me know if you'd able to come or not by emailing me on [email protected] or ringing me on 07818021272, so we can tailor our catering requirements.

 

It would be great to see you, and hope you will soon be in a position to join us soon.

Discover the Income Opportunity of 2009 with Redress Claims and earn between £100k to £500k from your existing clients

“Discover the Income Opportunity of 2009 with Redress Claims and earn between £100k to £500k from your existing clients”

Don’t miss out on this FANTASTIC opportunity with Redress Claims. Our package Has been EXLUSIVELY developed By Redress Claims to suit intermediaries just like you. Not only do we pay commissions FASTER THAN ANY OTHER COMPANY – MORE IMPORTANTLY WE PAY MORE!!!!! Use our programme to develop and work with new and existing clients to build an excellent revenue stream. We have extensively researched the market and worked very closely with Introducers to ensure our proposition has MAXIMUM BENEFITS for both yourself and your client.  

Why Redress Claims?

A few reasons which make Redress Claims to right choice for you!
 
·        Easiest and most profitable income opportunity of 2009!!

·        Marketing material and ongoing support/training provided, Online case tracking – Keeping you updated

·        Claims handled: Credit Cards, Loans, Payment Protection

·        Case Tracking

·        Average client has 4 claims

·        Average Commission for your business £1200 - £1500 per client

·        We have a proven track record in dealing with unenforceable credit agreements and recovering unlawfully added PPI Premiums – Don’t settle for second best!


·        Start earning today, No risk - Hassle free process

·      Get to your customers before someone else does!
 
Credit Card / Loans: Unenforceability
 
Why not help your customers to potentially wipe their credit card and loan debts. If your customer can answer yes to the following they could be an application away from saving Thousands.
 
·        Was your Credit Card/Loan issued before April 2007?

·        Do you have a balance greater than £2k?

Fast Track Your PPI Cases

Join our industry exclusive offering and have your cases completed with 4 months. If any of your clients have PPI policies with the following lenders – Fast Track the cases via Redress Claims. Why wait 9 months when we can work to having your cases turned around in 4 months.
 

In excess of 80% of secured loans sold directly by lenders in the last 5-10 years have had PPI added unlawfully and in many cases WITHOUT the client even knowing. This has led to the FSA fining many banks for mis-selling PPI. Alliance & Leicester £7 million, Liverpool Victoria £840k, GE Capital Bank £610k, HFC Bank £1.085 million are examples of a few.


Lenders accepted via our Fast Track route;
 
Alliance and Leicester
Egg                                         
HFC Bank
Woolwich
Tesco Personal Finance
Sainsbury
Mint
Citi Financial
Goldfish
Halifax
RBS
HSBC
NatWest
Barclays
Abbey National
Beneficial Finance


Testimonials

Mortgage Broker from Ripon:
“With the mortgage business slowing down this has been a godsend. After mortgage broking for the last 5 years and sick of the FSA making it more tedious and difficult day after day I’m now involved with  a business where processes are simple and the income stream is far superior to my mortgage income. Thank you Redress Claims for shedding some light at the end of what seemed like a never ending tunnel”

Accountant From Leeds:
“I’ve been able to integrate the whole process into my current business setup without any problems. Their flexible approach and support in getting me up and running was very important.  The time it takes to deal with each customer is surprising short. As an accountant it’s enabled me to make more money from my clients as well as helping them out. They save money – I make money. A Win Win situation! ”

Induction Seminars
All introducers are invited to our training and induction seminars which provide you with a  STRAIGHT-TALKING  insight into the financial claims industry. LET US HELP YOU MAXIMISE YOUR POTENTIAL and allow you to EARN THOUSANDS. Call 0844 824 6676 to book a place onto one of our next seminars.


Jaspreet Sahota
____________________________________________

Business Development Manager&brkbar;

Redress Claims
Bradford Chambers Business Park
New Lane, Bradford
BD4 8BX
 
e: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>
w: www.redressclaims.co.uk <http://www.redressclaims.co.uk/>
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Redress Claims is a trading styles of Redress
Financial Management Ltd and is regulated by
the Ministry of Justice in respect of regulated
claims management activities. Registration number
CRM16616 recorded at claimsregulation.gov.uk.
  

Yorkshire Evening Post Sharing The Success supplement

Yorkshire Evening Post Sharing The Success supplement - Your Essential Guide to Enterprise and Employment in Leeds

£3,000 vouchers to redeem at universities

£3,000 vouchers to redeem at universities

Vouchers worth £3,000 can be obtained by businesses in an initiative which provides access to academic know-how, help businesses to endure the economic downturn. The vouchers can be redeemed at universities across Yorkshire & Humber, to help fund research and development.

The University of Leeds is participating in the scheme, building on its reputation as a world leader and its excellent track record in the commercialisation of world-class research.

For more information visit our innovation funding page.

‘NO-NONSENSE GUIDE’ TO HELP BUSINESSES FIND FINANCE

Full No Nonsense Guide.

Useful info from Yorkshire Forward

 
SME Knowledge Network - Business Support Programmes

Whether you are a Social Enterprise, a micro business or a larger medium sized firm the SME knowledge Network has something to offer you.
 
Further funding from Bradford Council and the ERDF, Yorkshire Forward and the Higher Education Funding Council means you may now be eligible for business support from the University even if you are based outside the Bradford area.  In the last 18 months we have worked with hundreds of businesses, through master-classes, coaching and mentoring , Consultancy and Research, Director Support Programmes and courses of all shapes and sizes. The success of the SME Knowledge Network and its Business Support Programmes over the years has now been recognized with large national funding awards, which we can turn into real action in the region.
 
If your business, your suppliers or customers need help, drop us a line.
 
We can provide FREE development pathways for your business that can help deal with the now and prepare you for the future.
 
Get in touch, we are a network, we work and we think well together.
 
 
Owen Whitehouse
Associate Director
SME Knowledge Network
 
Mobile: 0778 573 0437
E-mail: [email protected]

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Evening Master-class

Hiring and Firing: a reality check

May 12th
 
Heaton Mount, Bradford University School of Management
5.00 - 5.30pm registration, followed by the speakers and then a networking buffet at 7.15pm

What’s the best way to proceed? How many times have you heard about that square peg in a round hole? This session provides a strategic view on getting people into the business and how to avoid a sticky end when a business and its employees might not be seeing eye to eye. The session suggests ways of thinking about hiring and firing that take it beyond a functional necessity and more as a tool for bringing the business together and taking it forward to greater heights.

Speaker: Dr Robert Wapshott, Bradford University School of Management
Before his academic career, Robert worked in the manufacturing and service industries. He was employed in HR, organisational change and operations management at a sports car manufacturer. While working for an outsourced recruitment service-provider, he worked with leading diagnostic and forensic science firms. Robert teaches in areas including human resource management and the management of change. He focuses in particular on exploring the nature of employment relationships in small firms and the role played by factors such as organisational objectives, client influence, and employee-management interactions.


You can book online, so don’t miss the chance to get involved http://www.brad.ac.uk/smenetwork/ <http://www.brad.ac.uk/smenetwork/>  
 
To join in or reserve a place at the forthcoming event you can e-mail me, Owen Whitehouse, directly at [email protected] <[email protected]> or by replying to this e-mail.
 



 “Bradford University truly is a best practice organisation and could be used as a benchmark for other
 universities in how to deliver great customer focussed services.” – Customer First

 
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Managing Innovation
 
2 day event, 12-13 May


Lead by Dr Nigel Lockett
Free places at this event are available to comes on or who which to sign on to SME Knowledge Network - Business Support Programmes- Technological advances, dynamic markets, new forms of competition, globalisation, economic downturns and climate change bring with them challenging pressures and opportunities for managers who have the tools to capitalise on them. Manager's Toolkit gives you the means to utilise these new opportunities and overcome the associated challenges.

What does this course cover?

Successful managers need to embrace change, encourage creative thinking and manage the innovation process to bring successful products/services to market before the competition.

This event will help you develop an innovation strategy and ensure your organization embraces innovation for business success. You will learn how to eliminate the barriers to innovation, how to set an innovation agenda and start the process of developing cutting edge products/services for business growth.

• The "innovation process"
• The four main types of innovation: product, service, process and business innovation
• Key aspects of managing innovation:
  
  • Developing an innovation strategy
  • Developing winning ideas
  • Building an innovative organization
    
• Determining performance - the innovation audit
• Making it happen – barriers to innovation, managing change and overcoming the barriers.
  

How will my business benefit?

• Changing the organizational culture so it encourages creativity and innovation
• Determine current performance levels and learn how to create a more innovative organization
• A focus on delivering innovative new products and services.

To join in or reserve a place at the forthcoming event you can e-mail me, Owen Whitehouse, directly at [email protected] <[email protected]> or by replying to this e-mail.

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New part-time MSc course in Human Resource Management

I am pleased to tell you about our new part-time MSc and Postgraduate Diploma in Human Resource Management which we are offering at Bradford University School of Management, from September this year. Aimed at HR professionals wanting to progress their career, or those who would like to change their career path into HR, it's an exciting and innovative new programme . It's also the only one of its type in the north of England, and is accredited by the CIPD. Please follow the link below to the flyer containing the key programme-related information, as well as a link to our website.

VIEW THE FLYER <http://www.brad.ac.uk/acad/management/external/brochures/mschrmptflyer.pdf> (PDF) | VISIT THE WEB PAGES <http://www.brad.ac.uk/acad/management/external/progs.php?section=prog&text=mschrmptataglanceenews&id=mschrmpt>

The course will start in September 2009, running on Tuesday afternoons and evenings from 1pm to 7.30pm in term time. Application forms may be requested or downloaded by following the link below.

APPLY HERE <http://www.brad.ac.uk/acad/management/external/progs.php?text=applyptmschrmenews&id=mschrmpt>

LAUNCH EVENT INVITATION

I would also like to take this opportunity of inviting you, or any friends or colleagues who may be interested in this programme, to join us at our launch event on 18th May at our Emm Lane campus, at 6pm, where you will also be able to see first-hand the beautiful setting, facilities and resources we have here.

RESERVE YOUR PLACE AT THE LAUNCH EVENT <http://www.bradford.ac.uk/management/mschrmptlaunch>

Please contact me via email or telephone, and I will be pleased to provide further information about the event or programme.

Kind regards
Dr Carol Atkinson
Director of Studies Designate MSc Human Resource Management

Email: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>
Telephone: 01274 238 919

Breakfast Networking @ Hillside myCatalyst(TM)

I would like to invite you to our Breakfast Networking meeting…
 
Leeds Business Networking (Beeston)
Leeds Business Networking is unique in many ways that you could only assess from visiting us, which would only cost you £10.00 which includes a full breakfast. Our membership prices are only £195.00 per year for full membership with no joining costs, these competitive prices are because I wanted to create a quality networking group that helps business’s and prospective businesses to become involved in networking in a comfortable environment. Look up our established sister group up at www.LeedsBusinessForum.co.uk <http://www.leedsbusinessforum.co.uk/> 
Within our meetings we have networking introduction & training, role plays and business advice. Our meetings start 7.00am onward with freeform networking, with a full breakfast being served around 7.30 which is our “official” start time. Then it's around a table for the formal part which includes handing out cards and a few minutes opportunity for you to explain who you are, what you do, your Unique Attribute or USP, and your target audience, in which ever way you feel happy with. We have a full agenda until 9.00 when we officially stop, however networking continues as needed after that time. We are also planning separate one off daytime events with a variety of themes as well as panel advice events.
The venue is at Hillside myCatalyst, Hillside(the site of the old primary school) Beeston Road Leeds LS11 8ND. 
 
We meet every other week and our next meeting is on Friday 24th April and then next on the 8th of May.

Please let me know if you'd able to come by emailing me on [email protected] so we can tailor our catering requirements. 

It would be great to see you, and hope you will soon be in a position to join us soon.

Connect Yorkshire's Investment Forum

Yorkshire Science & Technology Network

Gott Shots and "Me too" Moments

Negotiating is a common part of business, whether with a supplier or investor….Discover key issues to seal that deal!

 

The art of negotiation is a skill worth mastering, so why not attend the ‘Effective Negotiating Skills Workshop’

This workshop will highlight what makes a "win-win" situation and is sure to be popular with anyone venturing into a deal with an investor, client, supplier or a subcontractor.

 

Date: 6th May 2009

            Time: 4:30pm registration 7:30pm close

Venue: Jurys Inn, Leeds.

 

This workshop includes:

·       Advice about the objectives and phases within a negotiation...not to mention the open and hidden agendas!

·       Assembling a negotiating team, knowing an effective approach, and planning workable concessions

·       Useful tips on bargaining skills, how to listen, question and assert your business

               BUT the main part of this workshop is a practical hands-on session in which you try out your own negotiating skills.

Key speaker: Kevin Frisby of Ford Campbell Freedman LLP

Who Should Attend?
These FREE workshops are aimed at innovators and early-stage businesses with growth ambitions, who want to learn about the investment process or who is keen to understand the financial options available to their business.

To Register

Although this workshop is free, places are strictly limited so we suggest you reserve yours as soon as possible.

Click here to reserve your place today, it is FREE!

E-Marketing & Going Global

 

How to increase your online profile and expand your business onto an international level

Date: 29^th April 2009

Time: 4:30pm registration 7:30pm close

Venue: Jurys Inn, Leeds.

 

This workshop is designed to provide valuable information on:

¨      How to increase your online profile and develop your marketing message

¨      Further explanation about the wonderful world of Web 2.0

¨      The key to successful subject lines

¨      What makes a successful email campaign and how you can measure this

¨      When to target B2B and B2C

¨      How to expand your business onto an international stage

¨      How to respond to that online enquiry from the USA or Japan

¨      Which country should you try to sell your goods into

¨      Have the Foreign Office got a commercial person there when you need help

Key speakers:  Nik Entwistle of Turnkey and Alistair Gardner of UK Trade & Investment

 

The Format
Our workshops are designed with an interactive element, to encourage discussion and debate amongst delegates. A buffet with drinks will follow the workshop, allowing plenty of time for networking.

Who Should Attend?
These FREE workshops are aimed at innovators and early-stage businesses with growth ambitions, who want to learn about the investment process or who is keen to understand the financial options available to their business.

To Register

Although this workshop is free, places are strictly limited so we suggest you reserve yours as soon as possible.

 E-Marketing & Going Global

 

How to increase your online profile and expand your business onto an international level

Date: 29^th April 2009

Time: 4:30pm registration 7:30pm close

Venue: Jurys Inn, Leeds.

 

This workshop is designed to provide valuable information on:

¨      How to increase your online profile and develop your marketing message

¨      Further explanation about the wonderful world of Web 2.0

¨      The key to successful subject lines

¨      What makes a successful email campaign and how you can measure this

¨      When to target B2B and B2C

¨      How to expand your business onto an international stage

¨      How to respond to that online enquiry from the USA or Japan

¨      Which country should you try to sell your goods into

¨      Have the Foreign Office got a commercial person there when you need help

Key speakers:  Nik Entwistle of Turnkey and Alistair Gardner of UK Trade & Investment

 

The Format
Our workshops are designed with an interactive element, to encourage discussion and debate amongst delegates. A buffet with drinks will follow the workshop, allowing plenty of time for networking.

Who Should Attend?
These FREE workshops are aimed at innovators and early-stage businesses with growth ambitions, who want to learn about the investment process or who is keen to understand the financial options available to their business.

To Register

Although this workshop is free, places are strictly limited so we suggest you reserve yours as soon as possible.

 

Click here to register

HumansONLINE from Webstrat Consulting Ltd

Webstrat Consulting Ltd introduces HumansONLINE, an innovator in internet communication, specialising in personalised "Borderless Video" that streams seamlessly over any website. Our online video spokespeople can greatly enhance your website visitors experience by engaging them to take action, thereby leading to noticeably higher conversion rates within a very short period of time. A video spokesperson creates a personal touch that cannot be achieved by text or graphics alone.

HumansONLINE offers personalised business videos that require only insertion of a small amount of HTML code into your existing website - no site redesigns are necessary. Your control panel gives you over 30 client controlled options to best engage your website visitors. Video tutorials are included for ease of use and quick deployment.  

Incorporating video onto your existing website is now the least expensive, highest return-on-investment you can make in your online marketing campaign. Since you have already spent a good deal of time and marketing investment just getting people to your website, why not keep their attention and guide them to the most pertinent areas of your site.

 With HumansONLINE, you give your website a "Voice" and make website interaction a more Personalised Experience!

For further details, visit www.humansonline.co.uk or call Jonah on 07888705453.

Ebay Starter Workshop

How to Protect your Business Data - aFinite Personal Backup!

    
Do you back up your important data?
Everyone that uses a computer knows about the importance of backing up their files. For most of us it remains one of those jobs that we must get around to and never do. Every day we create and edit documents on our computers, send and receive emails, install software and make changes to settings. These things change the data on our computer constantly and our computer becomes part of your daily life and the only record of our progress on so many projects, business and personal.
How can we help?
To help small businesses and individuals protect their data and livelihood aFinite have created a Personal Backup package. aFinite Personal Backup provides reliable, secure and scheduled backup services to protect all of the information on your PC or Laptop in case of failure. If you want confidence that your digital photos, music collection, emails and documents and software are safe then this package is for you.

We supply you with software which takes a snapshot of the entire contents of your computer every day; including business data, software settings, license information and installed programs. This snap-shot is then copied to an external USB hard disk drive (which we also supply). What is best is that we set it all up for you too. You don't have to do a thing. The software backs-up your important information silently and automatically every day without any intervention from you. aFinite Personal Backup only costs £149. This is a one off cost, there are no extra fees to pay. We provide you with the software, and hardware needed to protect your PC and set it all up for you. This product is aimed at small businesses, individuals, and home users, and is meant as a disaster recovery tool. That means if your computer is lost, stolen or stops working you can be back up and running exactly as you were within a matter of hours. £149 is a small price to pay to ensure you are never without the information on your computer.
That extra peace of mind
For extra peace of mind you can choose to store an extra copy of your data files in an online secure storage area. Best practice for backing up is to take copies of your files off-site - that is in a different location to where they are normally stored. aFinite Personal Backup Plus, provides you with all the protection of our standard product discussed above but with the extra benefit of unlimited off-site storage space. As well as backing-up up to an external USB hard disk drive, your most important files are also stored on a secure and encrypted server on the Internet. aFinite Personal Backup Plus protects you in the event of your laptop and on-site backup being stolen. This service costs and additional £50 per year, and represents excellent value for money.

Personal Backup £149 Personal Backup Plus £149 + £50 p/a
Daily Backup
USB HDD
Set-up, installation, configuration
Unlimited Off Site Storage
For more information or to protect your files and order aFinite Personal Backup, reply to this email or call 0113 394 4599

How much is your data worth to you?

Yours Sincerely

Matthew   
  
   Matthew Wright
  Business Development Director
  aFinite (www.aFinite.co.uk <http://www.afinite.co.uk> )
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Business Lunch with Greg Wright – Deputy Business Editor at Yorkshire Post

Greg Wright has been Deputy Business Editor of the Yorkshire Post since April 2004.  He has won nine awards for journalistic excellence, including the Work Foundation’s Regional Newspaper Journalist of the Year Award.   Greg studied at the University of Leeds and attained a degree in History/ Public Media.  He has worked for the Lincolnshire Standard Newspapers, Blackpool Evening Gazette, Bradford Telegraph & Argus and the Press Association.
 
Yesterday five lucky entrepreneurs were given the rare opportunity to share a business lunch with Greg and pick his brains!  The article below is a summary of what we learned. Around the table: Greg Wright: Yorkshire Post, Chrissie Slater: myCatalystTM, Lyndsay Din: Lyndsay Din Photography, Claire McLaughlin: CJM Designs, Siobhan Thomas: Phenomode Fashion, Andrea Bucknor: City Style Dating, Sally Marshall: myCatalystTM, Lee Griffiths: Holbeck Food Enterprise, Chandra Singh: myCatalystTM.
 
Greg: The Yorkshire Post have two business supplements on Tuesday and Thursday – Thurday’s supplement is based around small businesses.
 
Siobhan: Would you recommend aiming high straight away? E.g.- national papers?  
 
Greg: The best papers to go for are local, evening or weekly papers.  Don’t go for the national papers because you have no chance unless you have something so innovative its revolutionary.  The people at the national papers read the local papers and pick up stories from those anyway.
 
Siobhan: What are the best papers to approach for promotion?
 
Greg: For a local business you are likely to need promotion in a local paper. Yorkshire Post covers the whole of West Yorkshire so if you are Leeds based, you may have more luck with a Leeds-centric paper like the Yorkshire Evening Post.

Lee: I am aware that you need to build up a good relationship with a journalist; so they get a greater understanding of what you are aiming to achieve both in your business and brand key messages, but how do you find the right contact initially?
 
Greg: Do your research – read through the paper and see who writes about business in your geographical area? Who covers the subject you’re interested in?  Check the bylines. You can find contact details in the paper and on the website.  Also, don’t just write to one member of the team – write to everybody who covers business because one person might pick it up where others have missed it.
 
Andrea: What is the best way to approach journalists?
 
Greg: Never in the morning because we’re busy rushing around .  The best time is mid to late afternoon.  Give us a call and/or drop us an email.
 
Greg: What are your impressions of the media?  Have any of you approached the media before?
 
Andrea: I think there’s a pre-conception that the media only focuses on the negatives and they don’t want to write positive stories.
 
Greg: We do do a lot of negative stories – especially in the current climate- but we don’t aim to do this – we want positive stories too!
 
Siobhan: How would you structure a press release when sending it to a journalist?  [Some business advisors] advise people to write an article themselves to save journalists the trouble.
 
Greg: Its true we don’t have a lot of time to write copy but the key is to be concise and get your point across.  What is the first thing you would tell somebody about your business? – That should be your first sentence.  
 
Siobhan: What are the top five things journalists look for in a press release?
 
Greg: 1. Plain English – don’t use fancy jargon
2. Relevance – What does it mean to a journalist?  Why is it going to stand out to them?  Whereabouts would I place it in the paper? 
3. Be concise – Journalists get 100s of emails every day so don’t expect them to read an essay.
4. Understand the audience – with a local paper you are reaching local people – is this your target market?
5. Don’t forget the basics – put your contact details on.  They won’t be printed unless there is a need for them to be there i.e. a contact for an event ticket or a website to find more information on.
 
Think like a journalist, read the paper, write in plain English in a style akin to that of the paper.  Imagine you’re a journalist – if you weren’t involved in your business what would interest you?  What makes you different to your competition?  Often journalists like to take a human angle – have you given people jobs where there were none before?  If you’re writing about a charity event – get quotes from somebody affected by what the charity is campaigning for.  In terms of relevance – if there’s an issue affecting your business that might affect others we’re more likely to use it. For instance, we’ve just done a story about changes in legislation affecting business in a negative way – people need to know about things like that.
 
Sally: What captures the attention of the press where business is concerned?
 
Greg: Find something unique to your business.  For example, businesses that use myCatalyst centres might take the angle that they are bringing enterprise into once deprived communities where there was nothing else for a long time.
 
Siobhan: Is a bold image vital for getting into the papers?
 
Greg: Its not necessary because we have our own photographers but by all means send in pictures if you think they’d be good.  We get a lot of boring images clogging up our inboxes so make sure its not dull.  It must be good quality but it doesn’t have to be massive – it shouldn’t be more than 1MB.  Strong images have a great chance of getting in the paper.
 
Sally: Do you use freelance photographers like Lyndsay often?
 
Greg: We have staff photographers and we do use freelancers but it's very competitive.  You really need to be in the right place at the right time to get your picture used.
 
Sally: Are there ways to collaborate with the press on promotion if you have no money for advertising?  i.e. for worthwhile initiatives?
 
Greg: If   you’ve got something worth saying send a press release in.  But don’t be pushy! If you repeatedly send things you might make them feel harassed and they would be less likely to respond. Only send something when you have something to say.
 
Andrea: Are journalists interested in attending events such as launches, workshops and so on?
 
Greg: Yes we’re interested in events but bear in mind we cover a large area and there’s only so many events you can go to in one week!
 
Andrea: How do I go about getting a dating column in a newspaper?

Greg:  I can put you in touch with who you need to ask.
 
  ____________________________________________________________________
With his knowledge suitably exhausted, Greg then interviewed us back! Look out for an article in the Yorkshire Post and check their website for audio!
  Yorkshire Post

Perform at Your Peak in A Week

Breakfast Networking @ Hillside

I would like to invite you to our Breakfast Networking meeting…
 
Leeds Business Networking (Beeston)
Leeds Business Networking is unique in many ways that you could only assess from visiting us, which would only cost you £10.00 which includes a full breakfast. Our membership prices are only £195.00 per year for full membership with no joining costs, these competitive prices are because I wanted to create a quality networking group that helps business’s and prospective businesses to become involved in networking in a comfortable environment. Look up our established sister group up at www.LeedsBusinessForum.co.uk <http://www.leedsbusinessforum.co.uk/>
Within our meetings we have networking introduction & training, role plays and business advice. Our meetings start 7.00am onward with freeform networking, with a full breakfast being served around 7.30 which is our “official” start time. Then it's around a table for the formal part which includes handing out cards and a few minutes opportunity for you to explain who you are, what you do, your Unique Attribute or USP, and your target audience, in which ever way you feel happy with. We have a full agenda until 9.00 when we officially stop, however networking continues as needed after that time. We are also planning separate one off daytime events with a variety of themes as well as panel advice events.
The venue is at Hillside myCatalyst, Hillside(the site of the old primary school) Beeston Road Leeds LS11 8ND.
 
We meet every other week and our next meeting is on Friday 24th April and then next on the 8th of May.

Please let me know if you'd able to come by emailing me on [email protected] so we can tailor our catering requirements.

It would be great to see you, and hope you will soon be in a position to join us soon.

April’s myCatalyst™ event!

Join us at our next Business Generating event

Hello!

I would like to invite you to April’s myCatalyst™ event!

‘How You Can  Create Cash Generating Ads in Less Than Thirty Minutes, That Even The Millionaire Marketing Gurus Will Envy’

 
 Friday 24th April 2.00pm-4.00pm at Rise*

 

Do you want to get more business in your target market?

You see the credit crunch is starting to show its ugly Snarl, biting hard into every high street in the Land…
 
Before it gets better there’s going to be a lot of casualties, Well that’s if you BELIEVE the doom and gloom merchants
 
To a point, it’s true; But they’re forgetting ONE Important FACT
 
You see people still need to and WANT to buy…Buying and Selling is the lifeline of all major economies
 
So what’s changed? Market attitude has; Yes it’s become more nervous, cautious, cynical and demanding

 
BUT the Market STILL wants to BUY

So keeping that in mind…How Do You Get Your Market to Buy From YOU, whether it is on the internet or not
 
Well…That’s exactly what you will see this afternoon
 
ALL I ask is that you come with an OPEN mind. For thirty minutes forget EVERYTHING you Know about Marketing and what your English teacher taught you

You will be armed with everything that has PROVED to generate sales copy that SELLS
 
In fact a recent campaign generated 45% NEW Business in February using these methods:

·       The two ad Factors that gets choosy buyers to Prefer YOU

 

·       The Three absolutes of any Sales letter (don’t have these and you may as well flush your cash down the Loo)

 

·       Why 99% of ads LOSE 90% of their target market in 3 seconds. You’ll soon know how to avoid that

One More IMPORTANT point, the event is strictly a ONE-OFF; It WILL NOT be run again

Look forward to seeing you prosper even more
 Saleem Shafi, Managing Director
Pinpoint Response

Agenda:

2.00pm Reception, coffee and general networking
2.15pm Workshop  'How to Create Cash Generating Ads in Less Than Thirty Minutes'
3.00pm Table networking; an opportunity to identify new business introductions
4.00pm Close of meeting

To book/reserve your place for this event, please confirm your place by emailing me at: [email protected] or call me on 07718 982546 if you have any questions.

This event is free to event paying members.
Non Event Paying Members: £17.25 inc. VAT, payable on the door

YOU MUST CONFIRM YOUR ATTENDANCE IN ADVANCE.
PLEASE ARRIVE PROMPTLY.

Kindest Regards
Chandy

P.S keep an eye out for your monthly myCatalyst™ newsletter!
Check out :  http://leedscatalyst.com/blog

*Rise myCatalyst™

Rise
Brooklands View
Seacroft
Leeds

LS14 6SA

 

 

NOT ANOTHER NETWORKING GROUP!

No, this one is very different for a number of excellent reasons, there is:

• No commitment to come to every meeting
• No pressure to pass on referrals – genuine or made up!
• No public speaking
• Relaxed informal atmosphere
• No breaking into the working day
• It’s actually going to be a really nice breakfast!

This networking group will be run by the people coming, for the benefit of each other and their businesses. Each of the attendees will be a Cat 25 member of myCatalyst^TM and therefore committed to working together.

The meetings will be held every other Tuesday of the month starting on 21st April at 7.00am and finishing no later than 8.30am. All the meetings will be held at myCatalyst^TM Shine, Harehills Road, Leeds LS8 5HS

Please come along to this first meeting at no cost where we will determine how the meetings progress and what type of activities we will have. The overriding message is that there is no pressure or commitment. We just want to use these meetings to share our business experiences, help each other out and maybe, just maybe, pass on some business leads or contacts.

Looking forward to seeing you.

The group will be coordinated by Nick Wayne of Print Ideas.  If you are interested in continuing with this group after the first meeting you will need to amend your myCatalyst^TM membership from Cat 25 to Cat 25 Plus (just £15* extra for two group sessions including breakfast)

Please reply to: [email protected]  to register your interest for the first free session.

*All prices are subject to VAT

Rise Host Wendy Smith talks to Una Doyle on blogtalkradio

Our very own Wendy Smith discusses 'Collaboration in Action' with Una Doyle on blogtalkradio.  An inspirational piece about being an entrepreneur and how myCatalyst is working to support everybody.

Listen here:  Una and Friends

Support Una and Benefit from her Coaching!

Signs of change or sell outs? You decide.

The following excerpts were taken from guardian.co.uk

http://www.guardian.co.uk/business/2009/apr/07/innocent-smoothies-coca-cola

Big corporations are getting in on the ethical act, so to speak, by creeping into the companies 

with the best reps by the backdoor.  Is this a sign that they realisethe times are changing, or are they just trying to usurp the competition from the inside out?

The founders of Innocent, the ethically aware smoothie business that yesterday sold a stake of between 10% and 20% to the US drinks groupCoca-Cola for £30m, are adamant that their ideals and eco-friendly sentiments will not be crushed as a result of striking a deal with a company best known for its less than healthy fizzy drinks.

Innocent joins a long line of companies that have started small and built a loyal following on the back of a values-led approach, only to sell up to the kind of businesses against which they might once have defined themselves.

Ice-cream maker Ben & Jerry's, once known for its counter-cultural roots, was one of the first to sell up to a corporation, when it was bought for £175m by the consumer goods group Unilever in 2000. Four years later it admitted in its social audit: "We are beginning to look like the rest of corporate America." British sandwich chain Pret a Manger offloaded a minority stake to the fast food group McDonald's in 2001 and last year sold the whole business to private equity group Bridgepoint. The Body Shop - whose late founder, Dame Anita Roddick, had often railed against the big corporations running the beauty business - sold to the French cosmetics group L'Oréal in 2006.

Brand identity

Sams advised Coca-Cola not to stamp its name over the Innocent product range or to combine its acquisition with its US smoothie brand, Odwalla. 

Reed said there was little danger of Coca-Cola meddling with the Innocent brand. "They absolutely buy into the brand, the people, the system, it's a minority investment in Innocent, which is staying as a standalone company."

We just love the look of your ethics ...

Green & Black's - Cadbury Schweppes

Set up in 1991 by Craig Sams and his wife Josephine Fairley, the company produced organic and, in some cases, Fairtrade chocolate. In 2005 it was bought out by Cadbury Schweppes. Sams defended Cadbury's commitment to the brand's values saying: "Cadbury got its people to read the Fairtrade and organic regulations."

Ben and Jerry's - Unilever

All-natural ice cream company founded in 1978 by Jerry Greenfield and Ben Cohen. Bought by Unilever in 2000. The co-founders said: "We hope that, as part of Unilever, Ben & Jerry's will continue to expand its role in society."

The Body Shop - L'Oréal

Founded on an ethical basis by Anita Roddick, the company was sold to L'Oréal in 2006. Roddick said at the time: "Having L'Oréal come in and say 'we like you, we like your ethics, we want to be part of you, we want you to teach us things' - it's a gift."

Pret A Manger - McDonald's

Pret was founded in 1986. It claims to avoid additives, uses recycled packaging and tries to buy organic. A third of the company was sold to McDonald's in 2001. In defence of the sale, Pret's commercial director, Simon Hargraves, said: "McDonald's has never had any day-to-day role in Pret, nor has it had any say over what we do, or how we do it."

Seeds of Change - Mars

Howard Shapiro set up a small seed company in 1989, later expanding to sell organic foods. In 1997 it was bought by Mars. Shapiro defended the sale, saying: "Mars is interested in providing what consumers want. If that's organic food, then Mars wants to be able to satisfy that demand."

myCatalyst Easter Opening Times

Shine myCatalyst

Friday 10th April Closed

Saturday 11th April 7:30am - 2:30pm

Sunday 12th April Closed

Monday 13th April Closed

Hillside myCatalyst

Friday 10th April Closed

Saturday 11th April Closed

Sunday 12th April Closed

Monday 13th April Closed

Rise myCatalyst

Friday 10th April Closed

Saturday 11th April Closed

Sunday 12th April Closed

Monday 13th April Closed

Ordinary People are creating extraordinary businesses...

Need Financial Advice?

Workshops from Jaspreet Sahota of Redress Claims:

3rd April 09: 10am to 1pm
15th April 09: 10am to 1pm
21st April 09: 10am to 1pm.
 
If anybody wishes to attend any of the above, I will need their name and number to book them on, the course will be held at the Bradford Chambers Business Park, please find address below.
 
If anybody wishes to speak to me, my mobile – 07897408444.
 
 
Kind Regards
 
Jaspreet Sahota
____________________________________________

Business Development Manager&brkbar;

Redress Claims
Bradford Chambers Business Park
New Lane, Bradford
BD4 8BX
 
e: [email protected] <mailto:[email protected]>
w: www.redressclaims.co.uk <http://www.redressclaims.co.uk/>
t: 0844 824 6676
f: 0871 989 6312
  

Starting a Business for Next to Nothing

Director: Entrepreneurship in the current climate

These excerpts are taken from December 2008 : Director Magazine

 http://www.director.co.uk/MAGAZINE/2008/12%20December/round_table_62_5.html

Roundtable

Entrepreneurs are well known for their positive outlook, but how have recent economic events affected them? At the second meeting of its Entrepreneurs' Confidence Panel, Director found out

THE PANEL

Keith Arundale, independent VC consultant 
Simon Biltcliffe, managing director, Webmart
Dean Brown, director, StatPro 
Kat Callo, director and strategy consultant, Rosetta Consulting
Natalie Campbell, entrepreneur
Richard Cree, editor, Director
Steve Everhard, associate director, Grant Thornton 
Rebecca Harding, founder, Delta Economics
Ross Marshall, director, Palatinate Group
Bill Morrow, founder, Angels Den  
Keith Pollard, managing director, Intuition 
Trish Traynor-Watson, managing director, LiquidSpace
Erika Watson, founding executive director, Prowess

 

Richard Cree Since we last met the economy seems to have turned on its head. Is it possible to still be positive? 
Steve Everhard [Recent research showed] While no one was blinded to the challenges, there was a strong feeling that there are opportunities. If your plan was to exit your business over the next year or two, then you probably don't have that option if you want to realise full value. So pragmatism comes into play. Now is the time to consolidate and look for alternative growth options rather than an exit. 
 Dean Brown I agree that we are still on a downward trajectory, but things are cyclical. There will be light at the end of the tunnel. Short-termism keeps entrepreneurial drive alive.

Rebecca Harding Is finance harder to find now? 

Steve Everhard Companies that aren't close to their banks are finding that facilities are being withdrawn. We recommend dialogue between businesses and their bankers at this point. 

 Keith Arundale While there is money available for the start-up side of things, once you get beyond start-up it is difficult to raise finance. 

Ross Marshall Everyone is looking for a good deal, from consumers to investment houses. If they give you money, they want a deal. On the banking side, the relationship matters. If you have been a good client and you've shown you can control your business and you've been open, the banks are more likely to support you. 

Steve Everhard That goes for both sides. Banks are guilty of moving around business relationship managers too much. 



Rebecca Harding There is a view that the recession is something happening in the male-dominated City environment. How will it affect female entrepreneurs?  
Bill Morrow Women take fewer risks. Because they are less leveraged, they are going to see out the recession better than the blokes, with their testosterone-fuelled economy. Women are less comfortable putting the house on the line. Erika Watson At times of recession, more women go into business, because they do whatever they must to get bread on the table, whereas men who are not already entrepreneurs lag a bit. Steve Everhard I don't see any discernible difference in behaviour between men and women. There are as many successful, hard-nosed and powerful women as men. The access to liquidity and the attitude of banks to women as recipients of loans has always been more challenging, which is why some of these special funds started.

Rebecca Harding Is it still possible to grow your business in the current climate? 

 
Simon Biltcliffe …I want to buy people. I can get people now that I couldn't have previously afforded.

Richard Cree But are businesses going to invest in people? 

 Keith Pollard Don't entrepreneurs always invest more in their people? I invest in people better than most corporates, because people really make a difference. Bill Morrow The question really is whether this recession is going to be a V-shape or a U-shape, where we all trawl along the bottom and then come back up. Interest rates are going to head down, inflation is going down, and it's looking kind of good. If there is this bounce back up and greed comes back, I can see this being quite short. 

Ross Marshall Society is different now. No one I speak to wants to stop having a good time. 

Simon Biltcliffe But your friends haven't been through a recession. You don't know what it's like. 

Ross Marshall We haven't been through one, but the point is that young people don't want a recession. 

 Richard Cree Is this recession different? 

Erika Watson Yes, it's much faster.  
Simon Biltcliffe Hopefully we'll come out of it quicker as well.  Steve Everhard The outcome of this is going to be a sense of the value of cash over credit. This means that those that have been here before and act early will be in a better situation because they will have restructured their debt while they could.

Richard Cree Who feels optimistic about the future? 

Dean Brown Optimism is one of the key traits of being an entrepreneur. If we weren't optimistic, we wouldn't be here. 

Kat Callo It's like asking a runner if he or she will win the race. We wouldn't run if we didn't. 

Bill Morrow A recession is not necessarily a bad thing. Great things happen in hard times. That's why I am so optimistic.

UK Media Team Call for Proposals

1 April 2009   The following MEDIA Call for Proposals has opened: *  Automatic Scheme for Distributors (03/2009) Deadline - Generation Stage:  29 May 2009 (we strongly advise distributors to send in their applications before going to Cannes) By this deadline distributors need to report on all paid admissions between 1 January and 31 December 2008, per title, for European non-national films (with first copyright established in 2005 or after) to check if a film has already qualified as European or not please consult the MEDIA film database (if a film already has a nationality allocated and mentions YES to European, there is no need to provide info & financing plans on the film) if a distributor has released a film in both the UK and Ireland, they will need to prepare a seperate admission statement for each territory the reinvestment stage starts on 1 August 2009 (this is the earliest date of signature of co-production / licensing agreements for modules 1 & 2, and earliest release date for module 3) final deadline to use up the funds is 1 October 2010.  Read full details here       *   Please do not hesitate to contact MEDIA Desk UK if you have any questions about making an application. We can be contacted on 0207 861 7511.

Investment Fair

BUSINESS ANGEL "INVESTMENT FAIR"
  Are you looking to expand your business? Does your Company need a financial boost? Could your business benefit from a highly experienced individual getting involved?

If so, then the London Investment Fair could be the place for you. A simple set-up - the venue, the coffees and the investors are provided - you exhibit!
It's being held on Wednesday 13th May 2009 in Central London (St. James's Street) with the doors opening at 10am and closing at 4.00pm. This highly successful event has been running for 8 years attracting up to 200 large private investors and institutions wishing to invest between £50,000 and £3m. The event is only open to investors wanting to put money in investment-ready SME's. BBC's Working Lunch has filmed many times, and Dragon's Den often makes an appearance.

"Our funding was completed less than three weeks after the Investment Fair, demonstrating that the business angels in [the] investor network can move very fast indeed when they see something they like." - Tim Hall, Founder Director, POD "... an excellent event for us. As a direct result, we have secured commitments for more than two thirds of our equity funding requirement, and with the balance now in negotiation, we expect to complete our funding imminently. In short - money well spent!" - David Towey, Managing Director, Videalert Limited So, how much and what do I get? £850.00 plus success fee and options. You get...
 •  The opportunity to promote your proposal face-2-face with investors. • A senior consultant helping you before, during and after the event, maximising your presentation's impact. • Your synopsis mailed out to more than 1,500 investors. • An A5 colour entry in the fair catalogue, handed to all attending investors. • And, of course, help with securing a deal.
 There are just 30 spaces available
This Investor Fair sells out every year, so don't delay!
Call Stephanie Iles on 0117 907 8034 Email: [email protected] Web: www.strategycorporatefinance.co.uk/business-funding.html 

An Introduction to Social Enterprise

Yorkshire Association of Business Angels is on the lookout for exciting high growth businesses!

YABA continues to attract many new and keen Business Angels with money to invest and skills and experience to offer – in fact 9 new investors since January 2009!

Please pass on these details or get in touch with us if you think you or your client has a business suitable for Angel investors
 
We publish executive summaries on our extranet each fortnight – summary guidelines are attached and the next publication date is 15 April
 
We have six investment forums planned this year, the next one is on Tuesday evening 19th May in Leeds
 
Full details are also available on our website www.yaba.org.uk <http://www.yaba.org.uk/>
 
The Plan of Action giving information about presenting at a forum is available on request and includes all the relevant deadlines.
 
Please contact either myself or Barbara Greaves if you or your client would like to discuss the above further.
 
Many thanks and I hope to hear from you soon.
 

Charlotte Atkinson – Administrator
Yorkshire Association of Business Angels Ltd
 
t. 01423 810149
 
Next YABA Investment Forum - Tuesday19th May in Leeds

T. Harv Eker Seminar

Dear Catalyst network

Sorry for the short notice but thought you and your friends may appreciate the info enclosed, if you can’t make the seminar you can still benefit a lot if you register for free email lessons

You can have all the knowledge and skills in the world, but if your "blueprint" isn't set for success, you're financially doomed

" --T

.Harv Eker

I want to take this opportunity to introduce you to T. Harv Eker.He is a bestselling author and one of the world's top trainers. His newest book, Secrets of the Millionaire Mind™, is a publishing phenomenon, reaching #1 on the NY Times, Wall Street Journal and USA Today bestseller lists in its first week out! In the book, Harv reveals 17 specific ways that RICH people think and act differently from POOR and MIDDLE-CLASS people.

The book is a brilliant yet quick read.I am attending this seminar next weekend and it has a fantastic reputation for changing peoples attitudes to financial success. I thought all the people working for you would appreciate hearing about it. Please can you forward this to everyone asap, The seminar may still have places available at discounted rates. Even if they do not go I have received a wealth of free info from them by email which is an excellent standard and helpful in it’s own right.

The event hosted by Success Resources, provides all the tools to be successful in ALL aspects of life, especially in the financial arena!

I have been given access to a recording of a e-Seminar he hosted where he describes his foolproof methods for financial success. I'm sending you the link because I have heard the seminar really works and I'd like to see you benefit too...

Click here to listen to T. Harv Eker's eSeminar:http://www.harveker.co.uk/eseminar

Simply put, Harv teaches people how to master the "inner game" of wealth in order to create outward success.

Harv seems to have a personal mission to help people realize their full potential by applying the principles he struggled to learn the hard way. These principles got him from broke to millionaire in only two and-a-half years, so I figure if he can do it, so can I. If you can grasp even a few of the principles of success he outlines, you too, can achieve financial freedom.

One of the things you will learn from the seminar is that the most powerful truths are simple and indestructible; you can use them to create a foundation upon which to build your own "rich life," no matter how much or how little success you have experienced up until now. And a "rich life" is about more than just money...

You can transform your life from the inside out...

Find out how!

 

Click here to listen to T. Harv Eker's eSeminar:http://www.harveker.co.uk/eseminar

Enjoy..

        Roxanne 

Roxanne Markes

Business Development Manager

Personal Reclaims Ltd

Tel: 07590 272048

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What are the date and time of the event?
A:

Date:	3rd ~ 5th April 2009
Time*:	9:00am - 11:00pm (Friday & Saturday)
	8:00am - 8:00pm (Sunday)

* Timing is subjected to changes.

Q: What is the cost?
A:

General Seating	£125 (Usual Price £883)
VIP Seating	£299 (Usual Price £1,295)
Platinum Seating	£1,500 (Usual Price £3,500)

Q: How many people attend?
A: 3,500 people from all over the world

Q: Where is the seminar held?
A: The Excel Centre in 

London's Docklands E16 1XL

 (http://www.excel-london.co.uk/)

.

Q: Do you get people who attend on their own?
A: People attend on their own, couples and groups.

Q: Where do I stay when attending the seminar?
A: ExCeL 

London, the international exhibition and conference centre, has 5 on-site hotels, ranging from luxury to budget, all within just a few minutes walk of the venue.

 For more information on each hotel, please click herehttp://www.excel-london.co.uk/visitors/hotels

Q: What happens each day?
A: Over the three days you will have the biggest transformation of your life; you will be empowered to take control of your destiny.

Q: What happens after I have paid for my ticket?
A: You will receive a confirmation email from us and then the tickets are electronically sent by email about two weeks before the event.

Q: What happens if I cannot make the event due to illness or other problems?
The ticket will be used for the next available seminar or it can be used by another person. Tickets are not refundable but are completely transferable

.

Q: Can food be bought at the seminar?
A: There are many food outlets at the ExCel London.

 Hot and cold foods are available

.

Q: Is there a group discount?
A: A group discount can be done depending on the size of the group.

Q: Why attend this event? Can't I just read one of T. Harv Eker's books?

A: Although T. Harv Eker's tapes and books are very powerful there is nothing like getting it straight from the horse's mouth. At the Millionaire Mind Intensive, you get to spend 3 full (and focused) days with T. Harv Eker personally, a privilege that few people can afford

. T.

 Harv Eker's Millionaire Mind Intensive is not a typical seminar where you sit and listen, but you actually apply what you learn during the seminar. When you do it the information becomes real. Apart from that, you are immersed for 3 full days in an environment where you get to truly focus on the most important part of your life which is YOU! Just spending 3 days in that environment is worth the money three times over

Q: Millionaire Mind Intensive makes a lot of 'promises' about changing my life. Is this really possible that one event can change all these different areas of my life.

A: Yes it can, and if you go for it fully it most certainly will. During Millionaire Mind Intensive, T. Harv Eker focuses on the psychology of success and fulfillment. The skills, techniques and strategies you will be learning are all designed to target the 'cause' or the 'root' of it all which is your psychology and your mindset. After working with some of the most influential and successful people of our time T

.Harv Eker discovered the foundational key to success is not skill or talent, but psychology and mindset 

success at anything in life is 80% psychology “ the 'mechanics for succeeding is the easy part

.

Q: What happens after the event? What if I can't stay motivated and loose my drive after the 'high' of the seminar?
A: It's only natural to come down after this event and that's why this website will be available to you.

 We can put you in contact with people who are very proficient in what T. Harv Eker teaches. After this event there is ABSOLUTELY NO reason why you should not be achieving the goals you set at Millionaire Mind Intensive

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Together 4 Business - Productive networking, with a twist

With speed networking, a couple of guest speakers and a curry 'T4B @ Hillside' is a fresh take on networking which aims to be as enjoyable as it is productive and will benefit seasoned networkers and first timers alike. With a range of different businesses across the different sectors this is great opportunity to get in front of a new and established business from across the Leeds and Bradford areas in a friendly and informal environment.
 
More than ever in the current challenging economic climate businesses are looking to form local partnerships and support their local economies by sourcing great deals locally. We know that together we grow stronger, together we can rise to challenges, Together we will succeed, Together 4 Business - can you afford to miss out?
 
When:          Friday 27 March 2009, 7pm-9pm
Where:         Hillside, Beeston Road, Leeds, LS11 8ND
What:          A great opportunity to build and develop profitable relationships
How much:   £10.00


 
Your ticket(s) will be posted on receipt of payment or you can pay on the evening.

This is a non profit making event with any surplus being donated to
 


Future Events
I’m a Speed Networker Get Me into Here June 27 2009
Networking Event (Theme to Be Confirmed) September 25 2009
Little Heroes Christmas Charity Ball December 11 2009

It is said that more millionaires are made in times of recession than in times of boom and Forbes Magazine estimates 10 million millionaires will be made by 2016. We look forward to getting down to business with you on the 27th March 2009.

 
Kind Regards,
 
 
Iain A Webber
Business Development Manager

Tele: 0113 387 6366
Mob:  07970 366 805
Fax:  0113 387 6355

Camberwell @ Leeds Chambers' Quarterly Networking Lunch

 

Boss urges leaders to take risks in cold climate

 

A Yorkshire entrepreneur who has grown his business to a 22-strong team with a £1million turnover in less than three years will encourage his peers to take more risks at a Leeds Chamber event on March 26.   Todd Hannula CEO of Harehills-based Camberwell, which drives regeneration through social enterprise, is speaking at the Chamber’s quarterly networking lunch which runs from12pm-2pm.   The session at Shine, Harehills Road, Leeds – the venue is Camberwell’s award-winning £4.5m enterprise centre incorporating conferencing, meeting rooms as well as pay-as-you-go business accommodation.   Hannula will draw on his experiences to demonstrate the risks he has taken and the benefits he has gained through eliminating the word ‘can’t’ from his vocabulary.     Leaving behind well-paid and prestigious corporate careers to move with his wife and child from the US to Yorkshire, Hannula teamed up with three fellow directors to establish Camberwell which has delivered regeneration and social enterprise projects worth more than £10m.   For more details on the event please contact Jo Butterworth on 0113 247 0000.

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Be an Enterprising Business

£££ Shell Grand Ideas Awards £££

(New) Shell LiveWIRE 'Grand Ideas' awards - £1,000 for innovative ideas
Shell LiveWIRE has launched a brand new awards scheme to complement our prestigious 'Young Entrepreneur of the Year Award'.

The new 'Grand Ideas' awards will see Shell LiveWIRE giving away £1,000 per week to start up business who have the most innovative ideas and projects they want to fund.
The Grand Ideas Awards will give young entrepreneurs a chance to fund innovative ideas around their business start, and have the chance to fund something that other organisations might not be willing to do.

They are looking for people who have innovative ideas and projects that need funding to get them off the ground. These can be ideas you have as part of your business start - for example getting prototypes built, wacky marketing schemes, publicity stunts - the sky is the limit!
Eligible applicants must: be aged between 16-30 (inclusive) on 31 December 2009;live in the United Kingdom; have or about to have a legal business operating in the UK; have not previously won a Shell LiveWIRE award.

5 winners will be chosen each month to be awarded £1,000 for their business.
The deadline for the awards is the last day of each month. The awards will be judged by an independent panel of guest judges, aiming for one lot of awards per month going to the 'elevator pitch' vote - where the Shell LiveWIRE community can vote on who they think should get the funding by watching the applicants video and then voting online.

Shell LiveWIRE UK, Design Works, William Street, Felling, Gateshead NE10 0JP
Tel: Lo-call 0845 757 3252 Fax:  0191 423 6201 Email:
[email protected] Website: http://www.shell-livewire.org

Connect Investor Readiness Program

l on Connect Yorkshire’s Investor Readiness Workshops for FREE and benefit from our unrivalled expertise in helping high growth companies in  Yorkshire  like yours raise finance.   We’ll help you protect your idea, refine your business plan, hone your pitch and make the most of your proposition so you can move from idea to investment. All the Investor Readiness Workshops are FREE, interactive and you’ll be mixing with like-minded entrepreneurs and business people who can help you over the hurdles you face in developing your company. Register online today.    The programme is a series of 6 free-of-charge workshops, all held in the evening (buffet included): 22 April 2009 - Practical Business Plans & Tax Credits Venue: West Yorkshire Playhouse,  Leeds . Speaker: Jonathan Grant of Grants Perfect your plan & executive summary plus our accountants reveal all about tax credits   22 April 2009 – Intellectual Property Rights & Wrongs Venue: West Yorkshire Playhouse,  Leeds . Speakers: Louise Handley of Lee & Priestley and Douglas Drysdale of Murgitroyd & Company Learn how to protect your new idea, plus how to develop and enforce an IP strategy   29th April 2009 – E-Marketing & Going Global Venue: Jurys Inn,  Leeds . Speakers: Nik Entwistle of Turn Key and Alastair Gardner of  UK  Trade & Investment How to increase your online profile and expand your business onto an international level             6th May 2009 –Effective Negotiation Skills Venue: Jurys Inn,  Leeds . Speakers: Kevin Frisby of Ford  Campbell  Freedman Discover key issues to seal that deal!   14 May 2009 –Presentation Skills Venue: West Yorkshire Playhouse,  Leeds . Speaker: Jon Hammond of The Conference Coach The Secrets of Influencing and persuading your audience   20 May 2009 – How to do a deal – Money, Valuations and Structures Venue: Price Waterhouse Coopers, Benson House,  Leeds . Speakers: Roger Dyson of HLW and Andrew Trusdale of PricewaterhouseCoopers An investor wants to invest in your business, but what next? Find out the deal process leading to your goal!   Companies using Connect Yorkshire’s services, including our Investor Readiness Workshops,have attracted more than £28 million of international backing over the last six years ...Make sure you’re one of them!    “Connect’s Investor Readiness Programme was invaluable. It really helped us focus on ensuring that our business became a success from day one.” Professor David Goodall, Paraytec Ltd   There will be plenty of opportunity to ask the speakers questions and to network with fellow delegates during the buffet and refreshments following the workshop.   To find out more, please click here.   To register for one or all of these workshops, please click here.

 

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’s Investment Forum- 17th June 2009

 

Showcasing the very best regional technology companies, the Investment Forum is a unique platform for ambitious businesses to meet potential investors. Get Connected-apply to present or exhibit.  

Message from Holbeck Food Enterprise - get your veggies in!

Hi Guys,

I have some fruit and Veg going at the moment, I will be selling this
at Hillside MyCatalyst on Wed 11th March. Please see the attached
order form. If you could return this too me (by 5pm today) I will have
your bag ready and waiting.

Download Market price sheet(1) 

Kind Regards


Lee Griffiths
Holbeck Food Enterprise
07709179817

Thrive and Survive Roadshow

Reduced cost First Aid Training!

Hi All,

Helen from Underwood training is offering a reduced price training place for an Emergency First Aid course on Wednesday 25th March 2009 being held at St Gemma’s Hospice. 

This is an excellent opportunity for any small business owner as these courses are a must and can be very expensive.

Details: Emergency First Aid for the Appointed Person
Date: Weds 25 March 2009
Venue: LS17 6QD
Time: 9am – 4 pm
Cost: Usually £75 but for Catalyst members recommended by Wendy: £30.

Just contact Helen using the details below and let her know Wendy from myCatalystTM sent you this offer.  First come, first served.

Helen
Underwood Training
07971 298 265
0845 650 5660
www.underwood-training.co.uk <http://www.underwood-training.co.uk/> 

Marketing Live Conference

Raising The Bar - Harrogate

Hi all,

Click below to download the flyer for this event being put on by Kristina Grimes of 'The Apprentice'.  Tickets are quite pricey but Kristina is doing the following offers:

I would also add that we have a 3 for 2 offer - i.e 3 tickets for the price of 2 . Also for our top 100 people who  refer other people and sales our way will be up-graded to VIP status - which means you will be able to Network with the top business people and speakers , have lunch with them and receive VIP seats in the auditorium .

Download +117920+KGJCP+Invite+v1+£99 

FREE Employment Rights Advice...

Available in MARCH 2009 only!

 PERS     PAY AND EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS SERVICE

 

FREE Employment Rights Advice and

Redundancy Training & Toolkit

                      

Do you work for, or support, a Voluntary Sector Organisation in West Yorkshire?

 

·        Could you benefit from talking through issues at work with a specialist employment rights advisor?

 

·        Do you need guidance or clarification on how to implement policies and procedures that impact on staff?

 

·        Are you faced with dealing with redundancy and need support?

 

If the answer is ‘yes’ to any of these questions then you are entitled to receive free advice and information by calling PERS Employment Rights Helpline on

 

01924 428030

 

Opening Hours: Mon & Fri 10am -1pm; Tues 10am -4pm & 5:30pm – 7.30pm; Wed & Thurs 10am-4pm

 

NOTE: we are currently only funded to continue to provide this service from April 09 to Leeds & Wakefield VCS organisations, other districts in West Yorkshire may only take advantage of this offer during March 09.

 

Plus FREE* Redundancy Training Course

on  Monday 23^rd  March (9:30-1:00) at Action Halifax. For further information & booking forms contact Ros Campbell: 01924 428033  [email protected]  or via our website http://www.pers.org.uk/services.htm#train

*Bookings will be taken with a £5 refundable deposit. Participants who fail to attend will forfeit the refund.

 

PERS Redundancy Toolkit

PERS, with support from WYLDA and Voluntary Action Calderdale, has created a new redundancy toolkit for voluntary sector organisations. The Redundancy Toolkit is now available on the PERS website at

 

http://www.pers.org.uk/redundancytoolkit.pdf.

Pay & Employment Rights Service (Yorkshire) Ltd

 

Unit 14, Batley Enterprise Centre,

513 Bradford Road,

Batley

WF17 8LL

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F: 01924 440906

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