BNI Magnum - Ayrshire

On our last meeting of 2024 the chaps pulled a blinder on Rob Copeland! If a picture speaks a 1000 words we could pick just one: Payback 🤭 We continued to go off script with a fun quiz organised by Gary Copeland-Boyd. To everyone who was part of our year, we wish you a Merry Christmas and a prosperous new year! See you in 2025 💖

We’ve always said at BNI Magnum - Ayrshire that we are serious about business! Our ten minute presentation this morning was delivered by our BNI Scotland West DC and member of Vision BNI (Newton Mearns) chapter Scott Cuthbertson. The topic was Power Teams. You will see from the images that Scott had a story to tell. No one was expecting Shrek although we do have a Fiona… These pictures are from Scott’s recent trip to Hawaii for the BNI Global conference. Nearly $25 BILLION! We’re pretty sure this is a global phenomenon over the last year. Apparently our own chapter contributed more than a million pounds… But the real story is the picture around the table. Each person is part of a global power team who meet every fortnight to help each other achieve their dream clients. Replicating this in our own region means that we can be helping each other too. If this sounds like something you could use in your business do get in touch. Plus we heard from Jamie Quigley about his Core Value of Lifelong Learning and Scott took the Ed Slot on why it’s important to prepare your 60 second introduction. Thanks to our visitors and substitutes for joining in the conversations today. #lifelonglearning #powerteams #inittogether

Have you ever heard the term “Nibbling”? We learned about it from David Lucas this morning. It may well be a welding term but in this instance Davie shared how it is a negotiation tool (that Trump uses). Slowly but surely you’re giving more away than you planned. Interesting strategy we are all subject to most likely daily. Building relationships was the Core Value from Debbie Sutherland and this is also a positive way to nibble away at learning more about people. Onto the ten minute presentation from Jamie Quigley and the importance of documenting any form of Directors Loan Account. His advice is to not nibble away at company profits that can lead to cash flow issues or potential insolvency. Congratulations too for Barry Kerr on being the Notable Networker for not only TYFTB but Referrals too 👏🏼 #bnimagnum #nibbling #insolvencyadvice

Notable networkers and new member! Congratulations to Isabelle Cairns and Debbie Sutherland on being named as notable networkers for October…more to come as a member wasn’t in attendance. Plus a warm welcome to our newest member Scott The Lawn Ranger. Cracking name for a garden landscaper and maintenance company. We’re busy getting ready for our Visitors morning on 28th November. Get in touch if you’d like to attend. #notablenetworkers #newmember #comeandvisitus

🌐 Why Join BNI? 🌐 If you're looking to expand your network, build close connections, and unlock new opportunities, here's why BNI (Business Network International) might be the perfect fit for you: Weekly Relationships 🤝 Joining a BNI chapter means forming strong, lasting connections. You meet with the same members each week, allowing you to build trust and foster real business relationships. Expanded Reach 🌍 Your local chapter is just the beginning! BNI provides access to a broader network of nearby chapters, creating opportunities that go beyond your immediate group and opening doors in your region. Global Possibilities 🌎 With BNI in 78 countries, the network extends worldwide. Whether you’re growing locally or expanding globally, the connections and referrals are what you make of them. BNI truly has the potential to take your business far beyond borders. Start making connections that count! 💼 Join us at our Visitor Morning on 28th November from 6.45am at The Gailes Spa and Hotel. Tickets are £10 and you must be registered so pop us a comment or message and we'll take care of your invitation. #visitorswelcome #missingletters #referralnetworking

How’s your retirement bucket looking? Our resident IFA Isabelle Cairns shared how to be sure you can retire when you want. There’s plenty to think about. If you need sound advice personalised for your future, do speak to Issy. We also had 7 Givers Gain tips shared by Gary Copeland-Boyd in the Core Value slot. He will happily share them with you. Alec Wilkie is a notable networker who enjoys asking visitors and shared his experience on inviting people to come along. We’re a good bunch who love meeting knew people so that helps! We also heard from Craig Perkins about his journey into becoming a promotional goods provider. Get a 121 for the full story. See you next week. #giversgain #visitors #retirementplanning

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Welcome to our two newest members! Say Hello to Andy and Diane. They will be helping us with Removals and Cake retrospectively. We will share more about them and their businesses in the coming weeks. Thank you to Dawn Cuthbertson for sharing her Core Value on Lifelong Learning. And for the reminder of the minimum standards for being a fully participating member in our chapter from Reagan Hamilton. Our feature speaker was Elma Mitchell who shared the support Marie Curie UK offers to individuals and employers. Does your company have a Bereavement Policy? Know someone who is terminally ill worrying about their energy bills? Elma can help. #lifelonglearning #raisethestandards #endoflifesupport 📷 credit: Peter Stevenson

Dedicated fund raising from our Secretary Treasurer Reagan Hamilton 👏🏼 Two days baking (one was her birthday no less!) Sold out! No surprise, every flavour was delicious 😋 Thank you Reagan and all that suppprted the charity cake sale through our chapter and at HALO Urban Regeneration Company A whopping £270 raised will give much needed end of life support for Marie Curie UK in Scotland. #charity #cakesale #endoflifesupport