The Networking Group Mt Maunganui

19/06/2026

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.

Practical public speaking tips for business owners and discover how networking helps build confidence, clarity and communication skills.

16/06/2026

Well done to Greg from Fully Promoted Tauranga - formerly EmbroidMe for taking out the 60 second pitch at our last meeting, presented here by the previous winner, Tim from Routerstack.

14/06/2026

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.

05/06/2026

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.

29/05/2026

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.

23/05/2026

Thanks to Tim Asher from Routerstack for your 10 minute presentation this week. One of the biggest takeaways was the reminder about the importance of password security and what can go wrong when it’s not up to scratch.

The Networking Group - TNG

23/05/2026

Well done to Tim Asher from Routerstack for being our 60 second pitch winner today!

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22/05/2026

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.

Don’t let your business disappear over winter. Reset your networking strategy this May and stay visible, connected and engaged.

20/05/2026

A big thank you to Cherie Asher from Pages in Flight for your 10 minute presentation at our last meeting, I think we all loved your passion and excitement at your new branding ❤️

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