The Networking Group - Epsom

Most business owners didn't start a business because they loved public speaking.
Yet we're constantly expected to introduce ourselves, explain what we do, and talk confidently about our business.

Thankfully, public speaking isn't a talent. It's a skill.

In this month's blog, we're sharing practical tips to help you build confidence and communicate your message more clearly.

Read the blog here: https://tng.org.nz/blog/public-speaking-for-business-owners-build-confidence-through-networking

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

Public speaking for business owners: Build confidence through networking - The Networking Group Practical public speaking tips for business owners and discover how networking helps build confidence, clarity and communication skills.

Networking isn’t just something to do when business is quiet.

It’s something that helps keep your business visible, trusted and remembered before things slow down.

That’s why consistency matters.

When people see you regularly, they get to know you.

When they hear your message often, they start to understand what you do.

And when they trust you, they’re far more likely to refer you.

So before winter settles in, take a moment to reset:

• Refresh your 60-second introduction.
• Book a one-on-one catch-up.
• Be specific about the referrals you want.
• Look for ways to support other members.
• Keep showing up.

Because invisibility doesn’t help bring the business in.

If you're curious about what The Networking Group could offer you and your business, we would love to have you attend as a visitor. Simply register via email [email protected]

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

If your networking has started to feel a bit “same old, same old”, now is a good time to freshen it up.

Here are three simple questions to ask yourself before your next meeting:

1. Am I being specific about who I help?
2. Am I making it clear what kind of referrals I’m looking for?
3. Am I showing up consistently enough for people to remember and trust me?

Small changes can make your networking much more effective.

A clearer message helps people understand what you do.

Consistent attendance helps build trust.

And stronger relationships make it easier for others to refer you with confidence.

Winter isn’t the time to disappear.

It’s the time to stay visible.

If you're curious about what The Networking Group could offer you and your business, we would love to have you attend as a visitor. Simply register via email [email protected]

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

Don’t wait until business gets quiet to start building relationships.

Networking works best when people see you regularly, hear your message often, and understand who you help.

That doesn’t happen if you disappear over winter.

May is a great time to reset your networking strategy so you can head into the colder months with more focus, more consistency and a clearer message.

This month’s blog shares simple ways to stay visible and make the most of your networking before winter really settles in.

Read it here: https://tng.org.nz/blog/stay-visible-this-winter-with-better-networking

If you're curious about what The Networking Group could offer you and your business, we would love to have you attend as a visitor. Simply register via email [email protected]

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

May is a smart time to reset your networking strategy.

The summer rush is over. Easter and school holidays are behind us. The weather is cooling down. And for many business owners, winter can become the season where it feels easier to pull back.
But going quiet doesn’t help your business grow.

As Theo Simeonidis, TNG Area Manager for Warkworth, Hibiscus Coast, Orewa and Silverdale, says:

“Invisibility doesn’t help bring the business in! Stay connected, stay visible, build new relationships, stay engaged.”

This month’s blog looks at why May is a good time to refresh your networking strategy before winter properly settles in.

We talk about:

• Why consistency matters
• How to stay visible through winter
• Why your 60-second introduction may need a refresh
• How to make it easier for people to refer to you

Read the blog here: https://tng.org.nz/blog/stay-visible-this-winter-with-better-networking

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

Stay visible this winter with better networking  - The Networking Group Don’t let your business disappear over winter. Reset your networking strategy this May and stay visible, connected and engaged.

Introducing Francis McCormick, a Mortgage Broker from Francis McCormick - Mortgage Advisor at Guardian Smith, one of our wonderful recent members. We're so glad you're part of our TNG community and are really enjoying getting to know you and your business!

Guardian Smith, a mortgage advisery firm, was founded in New Zealand with a vision to simplify the mortgage process and provide unparalleled service. From their humble beginnings, they have grown rapidly, expanding from a small team to a dynamic group of advisers committed to exceeding client expectations. Their journey began with a focus on exceptional value, clear communication, and personalised service, setting them apart in the competitive mortgage market.

Francis is here to do the heavy lifting with the banks, handling the research and the negotiations so you don’t have to. Whether you’re looking to buy your first home, start or grow a property portfolio, or simply review your current lending to see if you can save money, he is here to guide you with fresh energy and practical advice.

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

Introducing Clint Griffin, a Marketing Strategist from Refinery23 Marketing and Strategy, one of our wonderful recent members. We're so glad you're part of our TNG community and are really enjoying getting to know you and your business!

Marketing isn’t hard, but it can be complicated. At Refinery23, they simplify it. Take the pain out of marketing and build a clear picture of your solution for your ideal audience.

With 30 years of experience shaping stories for global brands, Refinery23 blends tech trends, creative problem-solving, and the “Unselling Philosophy” to help your business stand out.

No generic AI slop or exhausting sales funnels; radical transparency, co-creation, and finding your specific tribe. Business marketing through a business lens.

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

One of the biggest mistakes small business owners make in a slower market is disappearing.

Not because they’ve done anything wrong.
Not because their business isn’t valuable.
But because they assume people will remember them when they’re ready.

Usually, they won’t.

When people are spending more carefully, trust matters more. Familiarity matters more. Word-of-mouth matters more.

That’s why networking can be such a smart way to market your business. It helps you stay visible, build real relationships, and stay top of mind in a way that doesn’t rely on big ad budgets.

If you're curious about what The Networking Group could offer you and your business, we would love to have you attend as a visitor. Simply register via email [email protected]

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

Introducing Angela Govender, a Chartered Accountant from Humphries Associates, one of our wonderful recent members. We're so glad you're part of our TNG community and are really enjoying getting to know you and your business!

Humphries Associates are not your ordinary, run-of-the-mill accountants. Yes, they can prepare your financial statements and tax returns – but they can also do so much more to help grow your business. That’s because when they run reports, they don’t just see a bunch of numbers. They see potential. They see what could be there several years from now.

Angela has a passion for helping clients understand their accounts and the numbers. Whether she is preparing financial accounts, filing tax returns, or helping clients with their accounting systems, Angela loves working with clients to provide solutions and valuable business insights.

The Networking Group - TNG Committed to connecting, improving and growing New Zealand Businesses in a structured networking environment.

Confidence Through Connection

Joining TNG has helped Kellie Beaumont from Released NZ grow her confidence and learn to speak naturally, off the cuff — a skill that makes a real difference in business.

That’s the value of being part of a consistent, supportive networking environment. You’re not just building connections, you’re developing the confidence to show up and share your business with ease.

Ready to experience that growth for yourself? We’d love to welcome you.

Kellie Beaumont from Released NZ has learnt to talk "naturally" off the cuff at TNG. Want to network with like-minded business owners?Visit The Networking Group website and register: https://www.tng.org.nz/Our meetings allow you to feel comfo...