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So much has been going on in the past few months at thebestof, that we thought we would send you a printed update.From the new Member App to the reviews widget, there have been a lot of changes at thebestof that will benefit you. Read on to find out more PLUS details of offers and events.

Networking is a fundamental part of building your brand awareness. We have been running open networking events for a number of years, but this year we wanted to concentrate on creating events that would not only showcase our clients – by allowing them to talk about their area of expertise or take us on a tour of their premises, but also allow our clients to get to know each other and pass business to each other.

Most of our events this year, therefore, have been for members and a few select guests.

You can see details of the next events on this page. Just email us to book your place.

CONNECT

UPCOMING EVENTSHOW WELL ARE YOU CONNECTING? 19th November, 10am to 12 noon

“Differentiate or Die”Talk by Will Farnell of Farnell ClarkeVenue: Comm-Tech33 King Street, NorwichNR1 1PDCost: Free to members

11th December, 10am – 12 noon

“Ice Cream for Breakfast”

Talk by Richard Maun Venue: Comm-Tech33 King Street, NorwichNR1 1PDCost: Free to members

To book a place on any event email us Norwich@thebestof.co.uk

“ The richest people in the world look for and build networks, others look for work ”

“ Stop being a doer of your thing and become a marketer of your thing ”

We must find a better name for this wonderful tool.

You can now embed a live feed of your customer testimonials on your own website!

This is the ultimate ‘social proof’ to demonstrate to all your prospective customers what a great service your business provides.

The “Review Widget” can be installed on your website by you or your web developer, and you can pick the colours to suit your website.

Not only will it pull through your reviews from thebestof, people can add a review direct from your website.

Some companies charge £75 a month just for this. Our charge to you? Nothing; there is no extra charge.

At the moment this app is available only for iPads, but if successful, it will be rolled out for other tablets. This app is only available for members (clients) of thebestof and gives you tips on growing your business, the “Getting Customers” Six Pack (which retails for £100) tips on making the most of your membership, videos and newsletters.

You should have received an email with your login details. If not, please let us know: norwich@thebestof.co.uk.

NEW INITIATIVES TO SUPPORT YOU

Reviews Widget

Business App

We are always looking to help you - if there was one thing that we could do for you right now, what would it be? Just email us: norwich@thebestof.co.uk

50% off Room Hire For All New CustomersLooking for a venue for a meeting, conference or training course? Norfolk Showground has a suite of fully furnished meeting rooms, inc audio visual and wifi. Phone: 01603 605532

On-line Back-up Of Your Computer SystemsScheduled & automated online backup, up to 100GB, £79 including first year’s subscription. Phone: 01603 451810

Free Origination For New Customers

Meet Our Members. Here are a few of our members and their special offers.

Phone: 01362 854447

“ Are you prepared to do the hard work that makes the selling easy ”

Can we tell your story?We would love to tell your story - about why you went into business, what you love about what you do, what makes you one of “thebest”.

When people hear or read stories, a different part of their brain is activated - one that brings an emotional element into the mix. A story is less pushy, but more likely to make an impact than a pure sales pitch. People remember stories.

Telling your story gives us good content to tweet, add to facebook, Pinterest, LinkedIn, Google Plus - and, of course, the search engines. We have built up a big following on all the major platforms.

Don’t worry about having to write loads. We will do the writing for you. Just let us have the following details, or any other details that you think would be of interest to people:

• What first inspired you to run your own business?

• What do you enjoy about your particular business or industry?

• What is the ONE thing that you want your business to stand out for?

• Why is this important?

CAN WE WRITE ABOUT YOU?

• To date, what has been the most memorable moment running your business - for better, worse, funny, sad or just downright ridiculous?!

• What one piece of advice would you give to someone starting out in business?

Please email your answers to norwich@thebestof.co.uk and we’ll be happy to write up your profile piece. And don’t forget to include a photo.

Twilight Spa For Just £20 Per PersonTwilight Spa Packages are available every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.Phone: 01603 712550 quoting “BON”

Free 15 Minute ConsultationFree 15 minute osteopathy consultation for either small animals or people.Phone Joelle on 01603 605027

If you’d like to promote an offer then send us an email to norwich@thebestof.co.uk.

Order 10 garments or more and 4Work will waive the origination fee.

Phone: 01362 854447

Today we interview Clare Montgomery of Beaujolais and Beyond to find out more about Clare and her online wine business.

What first inspired you to run the business?

A total love of Beaujolais; the opportunities that the internet

created to find and supply our Beaujolais to Beaujolais loving

customers; a growing interest in all things digital; and this provided a semi-retirement project for Dad and a new venture for me.

What do you enjoy about your particular business or industry?

The wines – obviously – but visiting the region and meeting the wine makers is inspiring; their warmth and generosity is hugely welcoming and to hear the passion they have for their wines and the chance to taste it with them.

What is the ONE thing that you want your business to stand out for?

Each and every bottle of wine a customer opens from us tastes delicious.

Beaujolais is an underrated region - and some people can be really quite dismissive about the wines - but they are fantastic. The Beaujolais region has wines that suit almost any occasion - whether you are looking for an easy drinking quaffable wine to enjoy on its own or something more serious and complex to suit a special meal.The wines are also relatively low in alcohol at 12-12.5%, so they are more approachable and don’t leave you groaning after a glass or two.

To date, what has been the most memorable moment running your business ?

The ThreeWineMen tasting at Lords last year, our first wine tasting – meeting my hero Ian Botham. Ian was there promoting his own wine, but took time when introduced, to stop and chat for a while. He and Dad shared a close connection through friendship with John Arlott the famous cricket commentator and Beaujolais lover. John was a huge influence in Dad’s early Beaujolais career and the

two of them took part in a BBC2 programme on Beaujolais hosted by Jancis Robinson in the early 80s.

What one piece of advice would you give about buying wine?

Experiment, be adventurous – take the advice of a good merchant and spend a little more money, as you’ll get a lot more wine quality.

THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE BUSINESS: BEAUJOLAIS AND BEYOND

“ Visiting the region and meeting the wine makers is inspiring; their warmth and generosity is hugely welcoming. ”

Clare’s Christmas Special Offer:Spend £175 on gifts (excluding delivery) and enjoy a bottle of St Amour (as recommended by Steven Spurrier in Decanter Magazine) Spend £350 on gifts and enjoy a bottle of handmade Champagne from Ruelle Pertois

“ Take the time out between the idea and the action ”

Email Clare clare@beaujolaisandbeyond.co.uk or phone 0797 975 0660 for more details.