March 2, 2010

“Who Seduced Your Client While You Fell Off the Grid?”

After a wonderful hour of mingling and great conversation, the 40+ attendees had the opportunity to hear Adrian Miller’s presentation on “how to stay on 'the grid' with all of your prospects and clients”. Adrian is a professional speaker, consultant and author of “The Blatant Truth”. In her presentation, she spoke about the importance of developing a plan of “touch point” management to prioritize clients, and how to create and work the plan. She pointed out that a key aspect of touch point management when contacting your clients is to add value by providing them with information, an invitation or an introduction. Adrian also spoke about the importance of developing your social relationships with your clients through the use of social media and, in particular, Twitter. The crowd really enjoyed her energy and passion.

January 6, 2010

Annual Holiday Party & Networking Event

We all make New Year’s resolutions, but how many of us get discouraged when we cannot make them happen? At TWFG’s January meeting, member Rosemarie M. Rowley presented the membership with GOALS THE EASY WAY. Rosemarie discussed goal setting, the obstacles to meeting one’s goals and how to overcome those obstacles. Remaining positive in your thoughts and attitude will help you turn your goals into reality!

After the dinner presentation, the group moved to an adjacent room for a round of “speed networking”, which gave the attendees a chance to spend three minutes one-on-one with a variety of different members. The feedback was so positive. Everyone really enjoys the opportunity to meet and mingle with each other.

November 3, 2009

Business Etiquette

Paula Klee Parish, speaker and author presented a discussion about Business Etiquette.
Paula stressed the importance of appropriately dealing with business situations in today’s
multicultural and technological society. Paula demonstrated how business cards should be distributed, how introductions should be made and gave examples of difficult situations and how they should be resolved. Her command of the subject made the presentation interesting and engaging. Paula’s words resonated well after the conclusion of the presentation.

Prior to hearing the guest speaker, we held our “networking” session.
It was a well-spent hour enabling everyone to make connections
and have great conversation.

October 20th, 2009

Membership Appreciation

The Women’s Financial Group launched the 1st Membership Appreciation Event on
October 20th at the “FOUR” restaurant in Melville as a “Thank You”
to all. TWFG Board member Jackie McDermott and Melissa Eulau did a fabulous
job putting together such a relaxing and enjoyable evening.
“FOUR” served delicious appetizers as well as complimentary refreshments”.
All those in attendance enjoyed the opportunity to get together and chat about every imaginable topic.

In honor of October being Breast Cancer Awareness Month TWFG made a generous donation to the Breast Cancer Foundation. Again, a sincere “Thank You” to all of the members who make everything the group does possible.

Golf Lessons August & September
Golf Outing Oct 2, 2009

This year TWFG offered Golf Lessons at Sky Drive in Farmingdale for its members. Victor our golf pro, succeeded in teaching everyone something new.
It was amazing to see how he guided the beginners through the basics enabling them to smack the ball by the end of just one lesson. More experienced golfers were correcting simple flaws in no time at all.

After a rainout on September 11th, the Second Annual No Handicap Golf Outing was held on Oct 2nd at Harbor Links in Port Washington. There was a record turnout. Six foursomes played in a Scramble format. Jean Schachter won Closest to the Pin, and Brenda Sorg’s Team won Best Score. Harbor Links provided a great BBQ, while the participants huddled together to combat the prevailing wind.
Our Golf events were such a success that we will develop a golf program for 2010.

Technology Night September 15th

Presentation: HOW TO JOIN THE SOCIAL MEDIA REVOLUTION

TWFG board member, Audrey Rogers, explained what social media
is all about and why it is so important in today’s world.
Audrey covered LinkedIn, Twitter, & Facebook; presenting
how to use each site for self-promotion and business marketing.
Audrey pointed out how the use of social networking
sites builds intimate relationships with clients.
Everyone gained a better understanding of social media.

May 5, 2009 at Carlyle on The Green at Bethpage

Presentation: Leveling The Playing Field
Business Lessons Learned While Surrounded by Men
Speaker: Leslie Gold “Radio Chick”

We started the meeting with the very popular “networking hour”.
Member Donna LaScala pointed out,
We are not just another networking group, We Are a Network!

Leslie provided an entertaining, and enlightening presentation about her work experiences. She pointed out the key differences on how women present themselves & ideas very differently than men. Leslie challenged all of us to come out of our comfort zone.

March 3, 2009 at Carlyle on The Green at Bethpage

Presentation: Public Speaking
Speaker: Erica Prince
How to Market Yourself for Explosive Business Growth

Erica Prince of the Public Speakers Bureau came to speak about how to market yourself & your business. She provided many resources on the different venues available on how & where to set up presentations.

Before the presentation everyone enjoyed the opportunity to meet, mingle, & network. TWFG President Tommie Michalik presented a plaque to Jackie McDermott of Northcoast Financial as a sponsor of TWFG.

TWFG Annual Holiday Party
January 6, 2009 at Carlyle on The Green at Bethpage
Networking Event

Everyone sat across from one another, then took turns talking about their profession or business. One of the pair rotated every 5 minutes in order for everyone to connect with as many people as possible. It was such a success an informal “Networking Session as been added to the beginning of each meeting.

TWFG Partners with Dress for Success

TWFG members brought in gently used clothing to the event. Representatives of DFS spoke, about how the clothing & support helps those going to into the work force that need assistance.