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Greetings from Your President, Mike Hayashi
Greetings from your President, Mike Hayashi
Happy Thanksgiving! Late by a day...or an attitude we should all embrace for more than the 4th Thursday of every November? Try this to enhance your self promotion or company's marketing plan over the next 12 months - Send a simple thank you card, extra email, pick up the phone or make an effort when face to face with people you have done business with in the past or those who have done you a favor and you want to have as a new client in 2009. This "Thanksgiving Spirit" we all share at the blessings at the table right after the turkey's been carved is a powerful tool to implement into our daily routine. A sincere expression of gratitude goes a long way and with the "Holiday Shopping Season" starting earlier every year, Thanksgiving seems to be getting forgotten and lost in between Halloween and Christmas.
Some of you are very good about doing this already, so adding a few more "I appreciate your business, loyalty, support, referrals, testimonials or assistance will be a simple addition to your day to day marketing. A few of you need to start today, so that by next month, it becomes a habit more than a chore. Good luck and thank you for taking the time to read this message and for joining us at our monthly meetings. Your attendance is greatly appreciated and key to the success of our organization in 2009.
Mike Hayashi, M.Ed., Owner
TakeControlSelfDefense.com
Contact: (480) 221-0044
Don't forget our thought & tagline for this year:
"A Woman's Place is in CONTROL!"
Remember our monthly goal: Register yourself early and bring at least one guest. See you all Tuesday, December 9th for another business-expanding 90 minutes. |
| THE SEN MISSION |
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The Mission of Scottsdale Express Network is: 
To provide a fun, supportive and nurturing environment to help our
professional members grow and prosper through networking, continuing
education, recognition and leadership opportunities. |
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DECEMBER 9 PROGRAM |
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Networking-Only Event
Creating and Enhancing Your 30-Second Commercial
At this "networking-only" event, you will have the opportunity to network with other business women and men. We will break down into small groups and work to create and enhance our 30-second commercials and taglines. At the conclusion, you will have the opportunity to use your new 30-second commercial when introducing yourself to the group.
Make your reservation today! 
Un-Bacio
7704 E. Doubletree Ranch Road
Scottsdale, AZ 85251
Networking - 11:15 - 11:45 am
Luncheon - 11:45 am to 1:15 pm
Lunch and Networking - $25 members / $35 guests
By Advance Reservation Only ($10 additional at the door)
Payable to:
ABWA-Scottsdale Express Network, PO Box 71636, Phoenix, AZ 85050
or Register Online Now Contact Phone: 602-430-3745
Guests:
If bringing a friend at $25 each, please indicate both names if paying by check |
| FUTURE PROGRAMS |
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Coming in 2009!
January 13 
"How To Attract Free Media in 2009!"
{FREE Press on TV & Radio = More Bottom Line $$}
Mike Hayashi, M.Ed., Owner - Take Control Self Defense
*450 TV & Radio Appearances, nominated for an Emmy Award
Top 3 Benefits from this Session:
Learn How to:
* Attract attention: TV Producers, Newspapers and Radio
* Be positioned as The Authority & Expert in your industry
* Secure Sponsors or Partners for your products & services
Who Would Benefit?
* Business Owners looking for media coverage every month.
* A studio, restaurant, school, small business needing more traffic.
* ANYONE with a great product or service & limited advertising
February 10
Maureen G. Mulvaney, Super Star International Professional Speaker and
author of forthcoming book "The Women's Millionaire Club." |
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| ABWA'S PROUD CODE OF CONDUCT |
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1. All members will serve as goodwill ambassadors for the American Business Women's Association.
2. Members will not allow their personal beliefs and convictions to interfere with the representation of ABWA's mission.
3. Members will always treat their member colleagues, guests, vendors and sponsors with honesty, respect, fairness, integrity, responsibility, kindness, and in good faith
4. Members will maintain compliance with ABWA National, Chapter and Express Network Bylaws.
5. Members will not use their personal power to advance their personal interests.
6. Members will strive for excellence in their professions by maintaining and enhancing their own business knowledge and skills, and by encouraging the professional development of other members. |
| MONEY AND THE HOLIDAYS - WHAT TO KNOW |
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Money and the holidays - What to know
Happy Holiday season to all! This is the time of year when the temperature begins to cool and being outside in Arizona is an absolute joy. However, I want everyone to remember that this is the perfect time to continue to build your network. The goals of our new President, Mike Hayashi, will make this network strong and profitable for us all. However, he can not accomplish them on his own. So, here are my interpretations of the goals Mike has asked up to step up to: #1 Be a resource for others, #2 Keep growing and #3 Live a life you enjoy living.
Now that the holidays are fast approaching AND the economy in some turmoil, many of us are thinking: How can I afford to create the holiday celebration or trip of my dreams? Here are some debt elimination and cash-saving tips to help you make the most of your holidays.
1. Use lay-away programs and give your credit cards a vacation.
2. You or your partner/spouse get a raise, a bonus or plan on a tax return? Give yourself the best gift and use these extra funds for additional principal payments on your debt load. (Think about a special savings account that you don't ever see, like a 401K for your debt reduction!)
3. Use your current credit card rewards points to cash in for gift certificates to give as gifts or to purchase gives.
4. Many small business and craftsperson's are needing your business this season. Seek out more unique gifts from local artists. They will often give great deals to earn you as a customer. Don't be afraid to ask for a reduced price or be a generous soul pay their full price (it will come back around for sure!).
5. Last, but not least, ask those you are purchasing gifts for what they can really use. Be practical - sometimes a grocery gift certificate will be much more appreciated than a new tie or kitchen bowl.
Keep in mind that the most precious gift is that of you and your time; spending quality time with friends and family, going shopping to buy nothing, enjoying the free holiday festivities in your neighborhood or city, volunteering for those in need. So, after the holidays are over and the focus gets back to "regular life," the time you spent nurturing relationships will give you a big pay-off in your business.
Katheryn Morton
Branch Manager
United First Financial
www.BestUNow.com
Contact: 602-332-9824 |
| A SLICE OF ABWA |
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The American Business Women's Association has been a significant thread woven tightly in the fabric of American history.
Its unparalleled success in supporting the professional development of workingwomen has, in fact, changed women's lives, one woman at a time.
About the Founder:
Post World War II, Mr. Hilary F. Bufton, Jr., recognized the positive impact women had on the economy. On September 22, 1949, Mr. Bufton and three Kansas City businesswomen incorporated the American Business Women's Association, and the American workforce was changed forever.
"It was my feeling all women were seeking and deserved equal business opportunities," Bufton later wrote. "They had gained tremendous business knowledge during World War II, through necessity, and I felt a new organization for all businesswomen was needed. |
| NETWORKING EVENTS! |
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Wednesday, December. 10th, 6 - 10 pm
ARM - Arizona Regional Mixer Cosponsors
Raven Events Midweek Mixer - Business Networking
Sutra Sushi at Barcelona - 15440 N. Greenway-Hayden Loop
2 for 1 Cocktails, Delicious Complimentary Appetizers, Raffles, Wine & Gift Certificates.
Bring Business Cards & Connect With Enterprising Successful People.
Thursday, December 4th, 6 - 11 pm
ARM - Arizona Regional Mixer Cosponsors
Raven Events Sip, Shop, & Socialize - FREE
South Beach - 9343 E. Shea Blvd, Scottsdale (2 Blks. E. of 101)
Unique Vendors, Holiday Shopping, Networking
Everyone welcome, including guys!
Thursday, December. 18th, 5:30 - 7:30 pm
ARM - Arizona Regional Mixer / Latino Business Network / Biltmore Networking Group
Huge Business Networking Mixer
Oscar Taylor Restaurant Lounge - 2375 E Camelback Rd. Phoenix
Open To All - No Cover - Get Map ** NO RSVP **
$5 Martinis, Half Price Appetizers, Wine, Well & Beer Specials. Bring Your Business Cards andConnect With Enterprising & Successful
People. Invite Other Business Networkers. ARM Sponsors Phoenix's FinestBusiness Networking Happy Hour |
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| SEN BOARD MEETING MINUTES |
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November 6, 2008, 6:10 to 7:00 p.m. In attendance: Mike Hayashi, Kim Hollenback, Katheryn Morton and Donna Tucker
Mike led the meeting at the Paradise Bakery on Scottsdale Road:
Minutes from last board meeting reviewed and approved.
25 attendees at last meeting
Kim and Donna will plan the December networking meeting and discuss with board at the December 4 meeting.
January: Mike will offer us his Free Media presentation
February is Maureen G. Mulvaney (MGM) author of "The Women's Millionaire Club"
Kim will ask Dave Sherman to present in March or May.
Meeting Logistics: To avoid the confusing lunch service issues, the board developed a new agenda for the meeting.
Donna attended the ARC meeting in October as the alternate delegate and reported in the newsletter. We still need a regular delegate.
Reminder: Free newsletter ad to new member. Mike met a number of prospects in the past week; he will send them an e-mail.
Budget / Treasurer's Report: Katheryn presented the treasurer's report. Donna will have a bill for ARC lunch; two months' bill from SAM for Web work.
Fundraising event in April: Discussed ideas for venue - perhaps Robb & Stucky, Exotic Home Furniture, W Hotel.
Website: Board members need to get their bios and pictures in to Donna to have posted.
Donna asked to have SEN sponsor an electronics recycle program. Approved.
Respectfully submitted,
Donna Tucker, VP of Communications and Education |
| SEN WOMAN OF THE YEAR |
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It's that time again! Once a year Scottsd ale Express Network recognizes the outstanding achievements and notable contributions members make by electing a Woman of the Year. Being named Woman of the Year is a great honor and is highly respected by fellow ABWA members.
The Woman of the Year award pays tribute to women who have contributed time and effort to the growth of Scottsdale Express Network (SEN), who have been involved in activities and events as a representative of SEN and have excelled at personal and career accomplishments.
Members of SEN will be invited to nominate the person whom they believe to be an achiever. The Winner will be honored at the annual Arizona Regional Council Showcase luncheon in March. Nationally, the candidate will be honored at the Woman of the Year luncheon at the ABWA Women's Leadership Conference in the Fall. The form will be available at the December luncheon and also on the SEN website: www.ScottsdaleExpressNetwork.org
The judging will be conducted anonymously by outside judges. Submit your application for this award by January 9th to Kim Hollenback.
Fax: 602-467-3123
Email: [email protected]
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| SAVING MONEY MAY JUST NEED A SHIFT IN THINKING ... |
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As entrepreneurs, we think differently from those in big business so shift your thinking and save $$$$'s.  If you are paid by the billable hour, your time is truly money. You can save money and help another business owner. Hire someone to do some things you do yourself sometimes. If you bill at $100/hour and it takes you 5 hours a month to do your lawn care, hire a landscape service for $100/month and save $400. Hire a personal concierge for $25/hour who will run your errands, pet-sit, etc. Shift into gear and swing by the library for the latest bestseller or pick up family night movies for FREE! Have business meetings at breakfast instead of lunch, saving $5 to $10 per meal since breakfast is the cheapest meal at most eating establishments, then brown bag your lunch and save another $15 or $20. If you know the client or colleague well enough, meet for a pedicure instead of a meal and pamper yourselves while meeting. If you don't want to choose between buying office supplies and giving to your favorite charity, simply log onto iGive.com and register for your favorite charity; then, use the direct links to shop online and the vendor will forward a percentage of your purchase to the charity...it's a win-win. Finally, do you love that trendy latte? Buy a single-cup coffee machine and to-go cups and make your own, saving $5 per cup, which could add up to $100 per month. The bottom-line? By shifting your thinking, you will be surprised at how much, and how quickly, you can save money without actually having to cut out the things that are important to you and your business. Simply do them differently. By: Denise D. Maxwell, CPA M.A.X. Services, LLC 480-699-3121 [email protected] |
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| For information about meetings or membership, contact VP of Communications, Donna Tucker: 602-788-3121.
We hope you enjoyed this issue of the SEN News. Send questions, comments or contributions to Donna Tucker 602-788-3121 [email protected]
The ABWA mission: To provide opportunities for them to help themselves and others to grow personally and professionally through leadership, education, networking support and national recognition. | |
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