Lori's Biz Talk posts

Upcoming November /December Events

I just sent this note out to the other Whatcom Co. group and wanted to make sure everyone was aware of great upcoming events -

hi all, I wanted you to know about FOUR upcoming Biznik events and hope to see you at some or all of them.

1. Trina Bol is hosting Event Collaboration and Brainstorming - where you can give input on what upcoming events you'd like to see or host - http://biznik.com/events/event-collaboration-brainstorming

Wednesday, November 11 5:30-7:30 at Bellis Fair Mall

2. Holly Barbo is hosting Exploring Outside of Your Industry’s Box

http://biznik.com/groups/bellingham-business-connections/events/exploring-outside-of-your-industrys-box-0

Hosted by Holly Barbo Thurs. November 12 5PM-6:30PM at Barbo’s Furniture on Cornwall

3. "Save the Date" for our annual "Un-Office Holiday Party" - on Monday, Dec. 14th from 3-6PM at Anthony's Hearthfire.

4. Susan's Bellingham Birdwalk South Bay Trail walks - ongoing

http://biznik.com/events/bellingham-birdwalk-south-bay-trail-fridays-3

5. Cindy / Lynne / Greg's event on Nov. 18: http://biznik.com/events/inspiration-implementation-igniting-results

6. Stay tuned for a 4-part series on Selling with Integrity - will be posted soon.

Happy November - let's keep connected!

New Info about "Fabulous Writing/Blogging" event Sunday

I would LOVE to have a few Savvy Bloggers members energy at this event on Sunday. For anyone from the Biznik Savvy Bloggers or Power Chicks groups, I will ADD a 45 minute phone-based sales coaching session post event included in the investment of just $49.

https://biznik.com/events/fabulous-get-writing-or-blogging-day-at-semiahmoo-resort-0

If you are outside of the Pacific NW, fear not - contact me for the "conference call" version of this event - two conferences calls with all of the tools and worksheets for $39. This might be an idea if you live nearby but can't make the date of 8/30. Please, contact me if any questions. Thanks, Lori

Power Blogging Day!

I want to make sure you know about the event coming up August 30th at Semiahmoo where I will faciliate a wonderful day of writing and blogging.

Want to set time aside but have a hard time doing so?

Want inspiration and to be around others with the same goal?

Come join us - link below, and contact me with any questions - thanks, Lori https://biznik.com/events/fabulous-get-writing-or-blogging-day-at-semiahmoo-resort-0

Are We Crazy? Grow Your Business...on Amtrak Train #513 on June 27 to Portland, OR!

Hello Biznik friends and potential friends - Up here in Bellingham, WA, we wanted those of you in the Seattle area (of which there are 10,000 or so of you?) to know that we are boarding Amtrak train 513 on 6/27 in Bellingham and heading to Portland, OR.

Why? Well, it is sort of a long story - but bottom-line is that we think (we know) that you can build business AND have a fun adventure at the same time.

Take a look at our listings for the train ride itself - you can get on in Everett or Seattle or Tacoma, etc - anywhere Amtrak stops - and meet up with the "Biznik folks" who will be sitting in one area of the train. Ride back with us the next day - and attend one or two of the planned events whille we are in Portland! Crazy? We think YES, and that is exactly why we are doing it!

Info: http://biznik.com/events/grab-your-business-plan-and-suitcase-bellingham-wa-to-portland-or

The optional Portland events are posted in the comments of that page - or contact myself or Tshombe Brown with questiions - and thanks for reading.

Love to hear anyone's thoughts for what we should make sure we do on this trip - even if you can't attend.

Amtrak Train Trip to Portland - more details

(I'm posting this message for Tshombe) -

Here's a heads-up for the Biznik NW Train Tour that is happening the last weekend of June so that you can plan ahead and RSVP early.

Please join us at one or more of these events (RSVP for each you plan to attend so we have accurate numbers), as you will have the privilege of connecting with movers-and-shakers from Bellingham, Seattle, Tacoma, Olympia and Portland!

Friday, June 26: Join me on the first leg of the trip to Bellingham on Amtrak. I'll be leaving from Portland, and you can hop on the train there or at any station in between.

Saturday, June 27: Hop on the train from Bellingham (or any station in between) to Portland.

Saturday, June 27 (evening): Play the Contribution Game at BridgePort Brewery + Bakery in The Pearl.

Sunday, June 28: Explore the next phase of collaboration over coffee at Downtown Stumptown Coffee. Before heading back to your final destinations (either in Portland or on the Amtrak), hang out and have lunch at Portland's famous Saturday Market.

Business Building Train Ride from Bellingham to Portland 6/27-28

Just wanted to let our Vancouver Biznik friends in on the scoop about our train ride for Biznik members, which will begin in Bellingham on Saturday, June 27th and come back the next day.

Everyone is paying their own train fare and we're giving information about a hostel for $30/night in Portland or some hotel recommendations. Train fare is $30 US each way - so along with food, not a bad investment to be around some great subject matter experts.

See the link: http://biznik.com/events/grab-your-business-plan-and-suitcase-bellingham-wa-to-portland-or

Please Introduce Yourself!!

Let's get to know each other better within our local geographical area.

Please write a few sentences or a paragraph about who you are - what your interests are - and how we can help you grow your business.

Note: Please be more creative than, "I am looking for customers" - we assume that unless you tell us otherwise!

OK - first person to post on this gets a Woods gift certificate!

What IS Biznik and How to Maximize - GREAT audio with co-founders

hi all, if you want TOP suggestions on how to MAXIMIZE your Biznik membership - please hear the audio that our Vancouver BC Ambassador recorded with Biznik co-founders Dan McComb and Lara Feltin - please comment if you listen to it - http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WXm7wss4

what Biznik IS why you should consider participating in-person how to participate in Biznik how to list what you do why articles are so important best way to maximize your membership

Great audio with Biznik co-founders on how to get the most out of Biznik

hi everyone, I was notified about this audio today from the Biznik ambassador in Vancouver BC where she has interviewed Biznik co-founders Dan and Lara on how to use some of the features of Biznik - really worth listening to!!

http://www.audioacrobat.com/play/WXm7wss4

Article on Hosting Events

I really appreciate Joe Shirley and have attended a couple of his events on facilitating a great Biznik event. Am thinking of doing a session based on his format to discuss how to really successfully engage all in a great local event. His most recent article is here:

http://biznik.com/articles/best-practices-in-hosting-1-easy-facilitation-tactics-to-add-value-and-reduce-your-stress

Great Locations for Biznik Events in Bellingham

Please post the best locations for holding Biznik educational events; especially when we need projector & PowerPoint.

Note any fees, requirements, or limitations.

thanks!

What events would you participate in?

We are working at making Biznik useful in our area. To that end, please create a reply/comment on:

what types of Biznik events you are most interested in? what time of day and day of week are best? are you a morning person or a night owl? rather see less events but bigger and better thought out? more events at varied times? how far would you travel for a great event? free or fee? all comments related to business building through local events welcome!

2 tickets for 8PM Seattle Symphony tonight for FREE

we have two great ($75) seats to tonight's 8PM show.

http://www.seattlesymphony.org/symphony/index.aspx

Benaroya Hall tonight, 8PM for FREE if anyone is online and interested. If so, call me 206-972-0265; first come first serve. I can willcall them for you there.

Denève Conducts Debussy and Ravel Stéphane Denève, conductor Frank Braley, piano