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Monday, August 22, 2005
Election : Policies for the creative sector
An interesting point from www.thebigidea.co.nz
The Big Idea Navigator Bulletin - 12th August 2005
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Kia ora,
We sent off a request to the 8 major political parties yesterday asking
for information on their Arts & Culture policies. Those that have
replied so far have said that they are still formulating policies on the
creative sector. That is a worrying last-minute prerogative as it
impacts quite severely on many initatives and investments currently in
play in the Creative Sector. The current government has prioritised
investment in the creative industries - the question is then would other
parties continue to perceive the creative sector as a growth economy and
sustain that level of investment. We encourage you to request policy
guidelines from all major parties to help pressure them into considering
this sector's significance to all of New Zealand. We perceive that a
healthy and innovative creative and cultural sector contributes to New
Zealand's wellbeing in a variety of ways including economic, social and
intellectual; a healthy cultural sector always adds up to more than the
sum of the parts. It helps to support diversity and tolerance within our
society, celebrates innovation and creativity and boosts our
international profile as a country and tourist destination.
We will keep you updated as the policies come our way.
Nga mihi nui,
Jacquie Clarke
The Big Idea Navigator Bulletin - 12th August 2005
------------------------------------------------------
Kia ora,
We sent off a request to the 8 major political parties yesterday asking
for information on their Arts & Culture policies. Those that have
replied so far have said that they are still formulating policies on the
creative sector. That is a worrying last-minute prerogative as it
impacts quite severely on many initatives and investments currently in
play in the Creative Sector. The current government has prioritised
investment in the creative industries - the question is then would other
parties continue to perceive the creative sector as a growth economy and
sustain that level of investment. We encourage you to request policy
guidelines from all major parties to help pressure them into considering
this sector's significance to all of New Zealand. We perceive that a
healthy and innovative creative and cultural sector contributes to New
Zealand's wellbeing in a variety of ways including economic, social and
intellectual; a healthy cultural sector always adds up to more than the
sum of the parts. It helps to support diversity and tolerance within our
society, celebrates innovation and creativity and boosts our
international profile as a country and tourist destination.
We will keep you updated as the policies come our way.
Nga mihi nui,
Jacquie Clarke
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Socket in August 2005
Big, warm hellos to you all in brrrrr old August!
August’s speaker: Kim Chamberlainfrom Successful Speaking
Making Communication Easier and More Fun
This is a very special opportunity to learn invaluable communications skills from a master.
Kim presents a light-hearted yet informative session covering:
• looking and sounding confident: first impressions and the four ways to build confidence
• interpersonal communication: the four levels of conversation we use
• the ‘S.T.E.P.S.’ we can take to relate more easily to others
• women’s language vs men’s language: is there a difference?
Kim Chamberlain, founder and principal of Successful Speaking, is a professional speaker, writer and communications trainer.
Kim has won many speaking awards, and is one of only seven people in NZ to hold the qualification ‘Accredited Professional Speaker’. She is the 2002 New Zealand Toastmasters national champion, the Founding President of Wellington National Speakers Association, and a published author.
In 2000 she was voted one of the top 10 newsletter writers in the world.
She is regularly called on to speak and train throughout New Zealand on motivational topics as well as presentation, communication and networking skills.
Find out more about Kim’s business at www.successfulspeaking.co.nz
Once again, we’re meeting at the beautiful world of Beau Monde in Tory Street – the cocktail menu is instant salivation!
Tuesday 23 August 2005
5.30 – 6.30pm
Beau Monde Lounge Bar: Upstairs, 82 Tory Street, Wellington Central.
THIS EVENT IS FRIENDLY and FREE!!
Switch On: seminars, workshops, exhibitions, events
EXHIBITION The New Cool
Aotearoa’s new generation of street-smart and savvy entrepreneurs are the undisputed New Cool of business. They’re young, hip, innovative and ambitious and have leapt into the business world from our snow fields, skate parks, clubs, spacie parlours, art schools and back streets.
The New Cool showcases the stories of 12 young New Zealand companies: Sticky Pictures, Loop Aot(ear)oa Recordings, Illicit Streetwear, Dawn Raid Entertainment, Misery, Insidious Fix, First Floor Publishing, Huffer, Disruptiv, Inject Design, Sidhe Interactive and Metia Interactive.
The Dowse Entry: Free Opening Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm; Weekends and Public Holidays,
11am - 5pm Address: 45 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt Phone: 570-6500 Website: www.dowse.org.nz
Exhibition closes: 30 August
FREE RESOURCES Using the library
Check out this great offer! For anyone who missed Socket in July, business customer specialist Marilyn Domney of Wellington City Libraries alerted us to a fabuloso opportunity: up to two hours of FREE research (except for any direct costs involved) for any individual or business in the Wellington region provided they have a library card, which can be very easily obtained.
Wellington City Libraries Phone: 801 4127 Email: marilyn.domney@wcc.govt.nz Website: www.wcl.govt.nz
WEB LINKS We’ve got issues
A couple of issues that arose in last month’s Socket were:
• Overcoming a sense of isolation Many of us run our businesses from home, and the Internet is one way we can promote a sense of connection with the outside world. Email literally keeps you sane sometimes, and there are some great websites and forums specifically for people with home offices. As an example, try HomebizBuzz.
• Working out how much to charge If you supply services, this is always tricky. Find out what your competitors charge via your industry standard at the Statistics New Zealand website.
• Online business resources There is free remote access to thousands of full-text magazines via www.mygateway.info. All you need is a password on your library card.
• You can also check out the great online small business resource at Wellington City Libraries.
Tune In: Our Spring series of speakers is fresh as! Plug the dates into your diary now:
20 SEPTEMBER Ideas Paaaaaaaaaaaaaarty
This brilliant brainchild was borne of Rebecca Ewert of Japanese Acupuncture at our last Socket meeting. It’s a rockin’ idea we’re gonna roll with. You’ll get the opportunity to introduce an issue challenging you in your business. And to help solve it, you’ll get back the undivided attention, creative ideas and expert opinions of every other businesswoman there. Girlpower! Length of time per issue will be allocated according to how many women come along, but it’s a promise that we’ll all get a turn!
18 OCTOBER Nicola Mercer: D.VICE Does it get harder when it gets bigger?
If you’re at the point of employing staff or expanding your business, or simply want to hear a fascinating and inspiring business success story, you won’t wanna miss out on this speaker. Nicola Mercer of New Zealand sex toys empire D.VICE will be speaking on the topics of employment and expansion. D.VICE has enjoyed remarkable and fast-track business growth with. Since its inception in 1998, the company now boasts four stores, manufactures and exports, employs 26 staff, and runs sex toy parties (Fuck-a-ware Parties) in the cities in which it retails.
15 NOVEMBER Debbie Jeffery: Starfish Unlimited Revision and future vision
The final Socket for the year is all about revision and future vision. Leadership coach Debbie Jeffery leads us in a session that’s a chance to reflect on the year that’s been, and give some focus to your plans for the next. And to celebrate 2005, it’ll once again be Ladies Bring a Plate. We’ll let you know more.
August’s speaker: Kim Chamberlainfrom Successful Speaking
Making Communication Easier and More Fun
This is a very special opportunity to learn invaluable communications skills from a master.
Kim presents a light-hearted yet informative session covering:
• looking and sounding confident: first impressions and the four ways to build confidence
• interpersonal communication: the four levels of conversation we use
• the ‘S.T.E.P.S.’ we can take to relate more easily to others
• women’s language vs men’s language: is there a difference?
Kim Chamberlain, founder and principal of Successful Speaking, is a professional speaker, writer and communications trainer.
Kim has won many speaking awards, and is one of only seven people in NZ to hold the qualification ‘Accredited Professional Speaker’. She is the 2002 New Zealand Toastmasters national champion, the Founding President of Wellington National Speakers Association, and a published author.
In 2000 she was voted one of the top 10 newsletter writers in the world.
She is regularly called on to speak and train throughout New Zealand on motivational topics as well as presentation, communication and networking skills.
Find out more about Kim’s business at www.successfulspeaking.co.nz
Once again, we’re meeting at the beautiful world of Beau Monde in Tory Street – the cocktail menu is instant salivation!
Tuesday 23 August 2005
5.30 – 6.30pm
Beau Monde Lounge Bar: Upstairs, 82 Tory Street, Wellington Central.
THIS EVENT IS FRIENDLY and FREE!!
Switch On: seminars, workshops, exhibitions, events
EXHIBITION The New Cool
Aotearoa’s new generation of street-smart and savvy entrepreneurs are the undisputed New Cool of business. They’re young, hip, innovative and ambitious and have leapt into the business world from our snow fields, skate parks, clubs, spacie parlours, art schools and back streets.
The New Cool showcases the stories of 12 young New Zealand companies: Sticky Pictures, Loop Aot(ear)oa Recordings, Illicit Streetwear, Dawn Raid Entertainment, Misery, Insidious Fix, First Floor Publishing, Huffer, Disruptiv, Inject Design, Sidhe Interactive and Metia Interactive.
The Dowse Entry: Free Opening Hours: Weekdays, 10am to 4pm; Weekends and Public Holidays,
11am - 5pm Address: 45 Laings Rd, Lower Hutt Phone: 570-6500 Website: www.dowse.org.nz
Exhibition closes: 30 August
FREE RESOURCES Using the library
Check out this great offer! For anyone who missed Socket in July, business customer specialist Marilyn Domney of Wellington City Libraries alerted us to a fabuloso opportunity: up to two hours of FREE research (except for any direct costs involved) for any individual or business in the Wellington region provided they have a library card, which can be very easily obtained.
Wellington City Libraries Phone: 801 4127 Email: marilyn.domney@wcc.govt.nz Website: www.wcl.govt.nz
WEB LINKS We’ve got issues
A couple of issues that arose in last month’s Socket were:
• Overcoming a sense of isolation Many of us run our businesses from home, and the Internet is one way we can promote a sense of connection with the outside world. Email literally keeps you sane sometimes, and there are some great websites and forums specifically for people with home offices. As an example, try HomebizBuzz.
• Working out how much to charge If you supply services, this is always tricky. Find out what your competitors charge via your industry standard at the Statistics New Zealand website.
• Online business resources There is free remote access to thousands of full-text magazines via www.mygateway.info. All you need is a password on your library card.
• You can also check out the great online small business resource at Wellington City Libraries.
Tune In: Our Spring series of speakers is fresh as! Plug the dates into your diary now:
20 SEPTEMBER Ideas Paaaaaaaaaaaaaarty
This brilliant brainchild was borne of Rebecca Ewert of Japanese Acupuncture at our last Socket meeting. It’s a rockin’ idea we’re gonna roll with. You’ll get the opportunity to introduce an issue challenging you in your business. And to help solve it, you’ll get back the undivided attention, creative ideas and expert opinions of every other businesswoman there. Girlpower! Length of time per issue will be allocated according to how many women come along, but it’s a promise that we’ll all get a turn!
18 OCTOBER Nicola Mercer: D.VICE Does it get harder when it gets bigger?
If you’re at the point of employing staff or expanding your business, or simply want to hear a fascinating and inspiring business success story, you won’t wanna miss out on this speaker. Nicola Mercer of New Zealand sex toys empire D.VICE will be speaking on the topics of employment and expansion. D.VICE has enjoyed remarkable and fast-track business growth with. Since its inception in 1998, the company now boasts four stores, manufactures and exports, employs 26 staff, and runs sex toy parties (Fuck-a-ware Parties) in the cities in which it retails.
15 NOVEMBER Debbie Jeffery: Starfish Unlimited Revision and future vision
The final Socket for the year is all about revision and future vision. Leadership coach Debbie Jeffery leads us in a session that’s a chance to reflect on the year that’s been, and give some focus to your plans for the next. And to celebrate 2005, it’ll once again be Ladies Bring a Plate. We’ll let you know more.
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