May 2009

Welcome to our May 2009 Newsletter.  It's great to hear your stories about business life so if you want to share a success story, your expertise or some news that can be shared with our readers please just let us know.

'Screw Surviving'  How to ensure that your business expands and grows during the recession

Nigel Botterill, Founder and CEO of thebestof says:
The ruthless 'survival of the fittest’ in the business world has only just begun and things are changing – probably for ever. We all need practical help and input and guidance in times like these and that’s what these unique Training Days will give you: ........ Read more
You can get £100 off the price of admission by quoting Code: 7631AQN  when you book your place.

MANCHESTER - Graham Niven Needs your help!

11 years ago, Sandra, Graham’s wife, contracted an illness called Encephalitis – basically inflammation of the brain. It was contracted as a result of having ...Read more

New Synergies 

It is our policy to form strategic alliances wherever they can.  This monty we are delighted to report that we have made a strategic alliance with a number of  the best of franchises in the south.  These include TheBestof Poole, Portsmouth, Romsey and Southampton team up with AQ networking for business from May 2009.  Read more

We have also established a very positive relationship with Regus Business Centre at their centre at Southampton International Business Park, George Curl Way, Southampton SO18 2RZ who are sponsoring our June event.  Why not come along and network there?  The event is in the evening so that we can provide you with free parking and an opportunity to network with the businesses based at the centre.

The South Coast Franchise Show

Why not come along and meet us at the South Coast Franchise Show at St Mary's Stadium, Southampton on the 9th May.  We are running a free networking for business session  at 9:30 a.m. and this will be a good opportunity to meet the franchisors as well as potential franchisees and other business people.

It's not the economy  that's hurting your business.  It's You!  Read more
by Robert Middleton Action Plan Marketing
www.actionplan.com

Networking with Kinnarps

Kinnarps are hosting a networking event at their showrooms in Whiteley on the 4th June between 4:00 and 7:00 p.m.  Read more

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