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✨ Grow and Expand – Your Village of Support ✨ Have you attended one of our Grow and Expand; Women in Business breakfasts? If you are wondering what all the hype is about, listen to why we created the event series 🙌💚💫 Our aim for Grow and Expand is to come together, for others to not feel alone (#VillageVibes), to start your month just right by attending a ‘networking’ event and to leave feeling inspired and empowered! Each breakfast is centred around a specific key topic relevant to the professional growth of all women in business and is full of value and opportunities. For our upcoming breakfast, we will be talking all things Boundaries in Business with our guest speaker Amy Willis from Amy Willis Consultancy. What it is, what it isn’t, and how you can use and leverage it in business for success. We will also delve into why setting boundaries can be so uncomfortable to start with, and why it is a key ingredient to a balanced and aligned career (and life!). At a fraction of the cost and time of your typical PD days, this is a great opportunity for females to be professionally supported, personally expanded and to foster those ever-important business relationships and networks It’s because of our amazing guest speakers, that we have been able to make Grow and Expand the village that it is and for that, we are forever grateful 🙏 ❤️ If you have been to one of our Grow and Expand; Women in Business breakfasts, comment below on what has been your favourite part. Or feel free to tell us what you would like to see more of. Our next event is already selling fast!! 🗓 When: Friday, 5 April 2024 📍 Where: Gip’s Restaurant, 120 Russell Street Toowoomba ⏰ Time: 7.00 am - 9:00 am 🌈 Topic: Boundaries in Business 🎟 Tickets: $110.00 per person 💻 Website: https://lnkd.in/eCfdEkaX #SharneConsulting #GrowandExpandWomenInBusiness #WomenInBusiness #BreakfastSeries #InspirationalWomen #MindsetGrowth #TrueConnections #WomenSupportingWomen #WomenInTheCommunity #Connectedness

“Anna, why do you have to call this event ‘Women in Business’ but then you welcome men? Why can’t you call it ‘Men and Women in Business’?” someone asked me — I’ll let you guess the gender. I had to think about it. Here’s what I’ve noticed from events I’ve attended: unless specifically stated that it’s for women, the majority of the attendees are men. I did my rounds with women’s communities, but something always felt missing. So, I decided to create an event without an agenda other than wanting to meet new people who are open to making connections. I wanted to create a space where everyone feels welcome. I wanted it to be big enough yet small enough to be manageable. Twenty-five seemed to be a good number. As host (and control freak), I took attendance and gave out drink tickets, and I was pleasantly surprised to achieve perfect attendance. Everyone showed up, and on time! I loved the energy, conversations, and connections. It fills my heart to receive many lovely messages from attendees saying how much they enjoyed the event and meeting such inspiring women. It brings me joy to see the power of community in action. Thank you to everyone who attended and made this evening special. Let’s continue to uplift and empower one another! P.S. If you missed this one or simply can’t wait to do it again, our next Women in Business drinks event is just two months away. Get ready for another inspiring evening and stay tuned for more details! #whatsyourstory #networking #womeninbusiness

A business conference ended up being one of the most personally transforming opportunities for me. I spoke with the National Association of Women Business Owners about my experience with other NAWBO women as a part of the United States Delegation for the Global Summit of Women in Madrid, Spain and how it helped me through one of the most difficult moments of my life 👇 NAWBO National #womeninbusiness #networking #businesstravel

Join Us for the Next Mums in Business Event on 10th September! Are you ready to connect, grow, and thrive with a community that truly understands your journey? Are you looking for a supportive community where you can connect, share, and grow with like-minded Women? We’re excited to invite you to our next Mums in Business event with Lynn Jinks as the guest speaker—a fantastic opportunity to meet like-minded women, share experiences, and gain valuable insights that can help you in both your personal and professional life. Link to the event below: https://lnkd.in/eAR9MsJu Why Attend?? Networking: Build meaningful connections with other mums and women in business who are on a similar path. Share your stories, learn from others, and create lasting relationships. Inspiration: Hear from inspiring speakers and successful women who will share their wisdom, tips, and strategies to help you navigate your journey with confidence and joy. Support: Our community is all about uplifting each other. Whether you’re facing challenges or celebrating successes, you’ll find a supportive and understanding group here. Our events are not just about business—they’re about building a supportive community where we uplift each other, share wisdom, and celebrate our successes together. This event is a great opportunity to step out, refresh your mind, and recharge your spirit!! Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something special. Let’s come together, learn, laugh, and support one another on this incredible journey of being Mums in business. Can’t wait to see you there! We believe in the power of community and the magic that happens when women come together. Head over to the link below to join us!!

The Power of Networking In the fast-paced and competitive world of business, networking plays a pivotal role in forging valuable connections, fostering collaborations and opening doors to new opportunities. For women in business, networking becomes even more crucial as they navigate their professional journeys and strive for success in male-dominated industries. For More Details: https://shorturl.at/bkrH6 #CIOWomenLeaders #EmpoweringWomenLeadership #womenentrepreneurs #WomenLeadership 

This does not look right but somehow looks and feels so familiar :) Shouldn’t we help change this now? In the real sense. Just a few women in the photos will not solve the problem. We have to go deeper into the issue. One such issue is that, only when women are treated equitably in their families can they be treated equitably in professional spaces. This is a deep rooted issue…And so we built www.willit.co.in. This is a legal tool which helps people create wills and trusts but is also programmed to help build awareness amongst women about their rights and duties regarding assets they or their family own. Through our workshops we also encourage women to not waive their rights at home. We believe this is the best way to ensure that women are meaningfully represented by empowered women in professional spaces as well.

If you are on any professional women’s group, chances are you have seen this poster of an event for all the wrong reasons- 🤦🏻♀️Upon further enquiry, it turned out that the organisers had four women speakers, who dropped out closer to the event…too bad! I am sure next time, they will try harder and best of luck to them. #manels have been a topic of discussion for years now. I personally know women who have taken this up with zeal; not just calling them out, but actually solving for this by making visible more profiles of women at different levels. If Manels disturb you, here’s what you can do… 1. Question your idea of ‘merit’ and ‘deserved’. Understand that most people occupying positions of so called ‘merit’ are primarily there because they had greater access, being from a certain economic class, being from a certain geography…or combination thereof. This is not to take away from their hard work and contribution, but just factoring in humility, which is the first step to look beyond your privilege. Unless we are talking athletics or arts or discovery of scientific principles, let’s understand that getting the seat creates the merit, rather than the other way around. 2. Get over heirarchy and positions. In arts, sports or creativity (including technology), you will find people in their twenties challenging conventional and established leaders and that is par for course! In corporate world, however, success comes from the right to have your opinion counted, which in turn is a function of the seat…and so on…So, if you really want to find a female, look below your eye level, coz your eye level is crowded by powerful men and few women! 3. Invisibility of women is real. The fact that few women get seen and heard again and again further execerbates this perception of there being few exceptions to the rule of paucity of women. So, if you get the stage, be you man or woman, pull up a few new ones and make them visible. 4. Dont be defensive if you are a woman and get invited because you are a woman. Remember most men are there precisely because they are…men! 5. Building truly diverse dialogues require representation as the first requirement. Why waste money to organise events to eat the same food, go to the same places and hear the same people??? Events are not sustainable and you are just enriching bottomlines of event companies🤦🏻♀️ Might as well do something that counts😄 Happy un’manel’ing everyone…

Join Us for the Next Mums in Business Event on 12th November! Are you ready to connect, grow, and thrive with a community that truly understands your journey? Are you looking for a supportive community where you can connect, share, and grow with like-minded Women? We’re excited to invite you to our next Mums in Business event with Emily Hill as the guest speaker—a fantastic opportunity to meet like-minded women, share experiences, and gain valuable insights that can help you in both your personal and professional life. Link to the event below: https://lnkd.in/e3SzhrT5 Why Attend?? Networking: Build meaningful connections with other mums and women in business who are on a similar path. Share your stories, learn from others, and create lasting relationships. Inspiration: Hear from inspiring speakers and successful women who will share their wisdom, tips, and strategies to help you navigate your journey with confidence and joy. Support: Our community is all about uplifting each other. Whether you’re facing challenges or celebrating successes, you’ll find a supportive and understanding group here. Our events are not just about business—they’re about building a supportive community where we uplift each other, share wisdom, and celebrate our successes together. This event is a great opportunity to step out, refresh your mind, and recharge your spirit!! Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something special. Let’s come together, learn, laugh, and support one another on this incredible journey of being Mums in business. Can’t wait to see you there! We believe in the power of community and the magic that happens when women come together. Head over to the link below to join us!! https://lnkd.in/e3SzhrT5

If you’re thinking about signing up for yet another event designed for women, considering the following FIRST: => Relevance - Consider whether the conference theme aligns with your current interests and goals. Will the speakers cover topics that can help you learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact? => Experience - Consider the event host's reputation for designing accessible and inclusive events. Do the speakers have over a decade of credible experience in their fields? => Like-Minded Community - Will there be chances to connect and build relationships with other like-minded women who share your goals and interests at the event? => Tangible and Applied - Will you leave the event with clear, actionable steps you can implement within 24-48 hours? => Tools & Resources - Will you gain access to extra tools, resources, and support such as Mastermind groups, Facebook groups, one-on-one coaching, and other structured assistance? Find out if the #Ignite Women’s Conference is right for you and your friends. Visit https://lnkd.in/eq4ZYqdF to learn more. Is it time to #IgniteYourLife?

5 Things to Consider Before Signing Up for a Women’s Conference If you’re thinking about signing up for yet another event designed for women, considering the following FIRST: => Relevance - Consider whether the conference theme aligns with your current interests and goals. Will the speakers cover topics that can help you learn, grow, and make a meaningful impact? => Experience - Consider the event host's reputation for designing accessible and inclusive events. Do the speakers have over a decade of credible experience in their fields? => Like-Minded Community - Will there be chances to connect and build relationships with other like-minded women who share your goals and interests at the event? => Tangible and Applied - Will you leave the event with clear, actionable steps you can implement within 24-48 hours? => Tools & Resources - Will you gain access to extra tools, resources, and support such as Mastermind groups, Facebook groups, one-on-one coaching, and other structured assistance? Find out if the #Ignite Women’s Conference is right for you and your friends. Visit https://loom.ly/QLb4IWs to learn more. Is it time to #IgniteYourLife?