October's Power Moves - Networking, Records, and Growth Insights.
Ian Taylor ?? Empowering Your Success ??
Professional Speaker ?? Helps SME Business Owners make their business more successful ?? Growth Expert ?? Business Consultancy of the Year ?? Experienced Business Leader ?? Business Buzz Host ?? Mentor?? Trustee
This month's theme is all about fostering connections, setting records, and achieving growth.
Overview
Welcome to my November newsletter, your source of inspiration, knowledge, and opportunities for business growth! In this edition, I'll share the success of our recent Business Buzz event, celebrate a remarkable Guinness World Records achievement, and delve into critical business strategies. But first, mark your calendars for our Business Buzz events happening every 4th Thursday of the month, from 10am to 12pm at the Saracens Head Hotel. It's your gateway to networking success and collaboration!
Events
Business Buzz - where connections flourish!
In September, our Business Buzz - Local Business Networking event in Towcester was nothing short of spectacular, with 60 local business enthusiasts in attendance. The room was buzzing with energy and opportunities as we aimed to create meaningful connections. At Business Buzz, we know that networking is about more than just exchanging business cards – it's about building relationships that lead to collaboration and growth. Let's keep the momentum going and make every event count.
JOIN US!
Where:?Saracens Head Hotel, Towcester.
When:?4th Thursday of each month.
Time:?10.00am to 12.00pm.The Business Buzz format of no-fuss mix and mingle networking and it would be great to have you there.
Supporting Willen Hospice: Community, Collaboration, Compassion.
Tinderbox proudly sponsors the Collaborate MK - Breakfast or Brunch Networking at Willen Hospice Cafe events in Milton Keynes. These gatherings bring local businesses together for networking, contributing to our community's growth and well-being. It was my pleasure to present a Tinderbox business draw prize to Tom Skinner MCIOF(Cert) , Senior Corporate Fundraiser at the Hospice. It's about making a difference through collaboration and support.
Join us for our next MK Breakfast and brunch events!
Where:?Willen Hospice, Milton Keynes.
When: 1st Thursday of each month
Timings:?
Business breakfast: 07.15am - 08.45am (or just after 9am if you wish to stay on for the net-walk!)
Business brunch: 10.00am - 11.30am There is usually a different mix of people at both, and If you haven't attended one before I'd highly recommend it.
Stony Radio Appearance: Insights for Business Success.
My recent appearance on the "Rocking Tomorrows World" show with Matthew Hoddinott was a valuable experience. We discussed leadership lessons, the uniqueness of the Tinderbox team-based business model, and the role of strategic choices in success. It's about making informed decisions and having a clear vision for your business, something I'm passionate about helping you achieve. Tune in to some meaningful songs that have helped shape my journey.
Collaboration with Intermediary Professionals.
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I'm sending out a separate newsletter this month to explain how Tinderbox collaborates with intermediary professionals, such as banks, accountants, and solicitors. Discover how working together can enhance client relationships and foster the success of local SME businesses. If you're interested in collaborating, get in touch! Why not share with someone who you think might be interested, and get them to subscribe to my newsletters via the below link:
General Updates
Guinness World Record Triumph by MK Can!
In a remarkable achievement, MK officially CAN! broke the Guinness World Records title for the Longest Line of Food Cans, with an astonishing 102,447 cans. These cans, donated by countless businesses and individuals, are more than just records; they symbolize support for our community. But this was a team effort. Our remarkable team included Tim Lee , Simon Evans , James Fagg , Sarah German , Ian Kirsop National Health and Safety Consultancy , Reemal Rabheru , Jill Smith ?? , Paul Swales DipPFS , and Michelle Theuma . Learn how this record-breaking achievement will make a significant impact on the community via the below link:
Building the Right Team: A Key to Success
Jim Collins, in his book 'Good to Great,' emphasises that to go from good to great, it's essential to start with the right team. Leaders should get the right people on board, the wrong ones off, and ensure the right people are in the right seats. Whether you're a small startup or a growing enterprise, having the right team is key to your success.?It's a concept I've applied throughout my career and one I'd be delighted to help you implement in your business.?I wrote about this in a recent LinkedIn post, as well as sharing a photo of a 20 year old me as a trainee bus driver!
Catesby Tunnel: A Business Lesson in Innovation.
Allow me to share an intriguing story that holds a valuable business lesson. The historic Catesby Tunnel, initially built in 1895 by the Great Central Railway, has been repurposed into a cutting-edge vehicle testing facility. This tunnel, constructed from approximately 30 million bricks, boasts a straight 2.7km stretch, 8.2m in width, with a remarkable tarmac finish accurate to +/- 2mm over its length.
Today, it has become the "go-to" venue for aerodynamic testing for local automotive and motorsport businesses, including F1 teams and cycling organisations.
The key message here is the power of setting targets and measuring every parameter that impacts performance. What gets measured gets managed – a philosophy that applies to business growth as well.
Final thoughts...
That's a wrap for our November newsletter! I hope you find the newsletter inspiring and informative. If you're looking to unlock your business's growth potential, reach out to me for a personalised strategy session. Let's work together to achieve your business dreams. Thanks for reading!
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My main role as Regional Director of Tinderbox is to help SME businesses in the region. We help businesses with strategy, growth, operational issues including supply chain, management and leadership, shareholder, and exit. Since launching in 2009, we've helped over 400 businesses and you can read some of our amazing testimonials and case studies on the Tinderbox website here .
If you're looking to add value to your customers, and enhance your customer relationships, then please do get in touch.
I cover the following and the surrounding areas: Daventry, Corby, Kettering, Wellingborough, Bedford, Buckingham, Milton Keynes, Northampton, Silverstone highlighted in the map below.
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