BNI Carnegie

Great meeting on Tuesday with lots of referrals passed and a great energy in the room.

This week there were plenty of testimonials passed between members and last weeks 60 second winner Paul from ACS was up for his 10 minute presentation, teaching us all about structural engineering and what sets ACS apart from their competition.

Looking to get more referrals for your business? Send us a DM to come along and visit the chapter and see what it's all about!

🎓 Leadership Change-over Day 🏆

Cracking meeting this morning covering our last 12 months as a chapter, and looking into the next 12 months. Focused mainly at how we can build a better, more slick system to get (the right) new members into our chapter and even more referrals passed between our existing members.

In the past 12 months, the members in our chapter passed an unreal £1.1m in referrals between each other!

Lots of thanks were due to our previous leadership team headed up by JDB All Trades very own Johnny Bisset and his sidekicks King St Nutrition Nicola Walker & Business Doctors Wicus van Biljon.

Big boots to fill for our new leadership team headed up by Andy Low from One Web Creations Ltd / Okto Media. Alongside Andy is Will Burns from Shand & Burns Financial Ltd and David from Datel Solutions so we're in safe hands.

Top tip for your week in business: "dinny be a wet wipe"

Fancy getting more involved in the business community locally and passing some seriously healthy referrals? You can visit our meetings to see what it's all about.

Just message the page to get booked in, we meet every Tuesday at 6:45am at Canmore Golf Club. Get yer finger oot!

ATTENTION FIFE BUSINESS OWNERS

Fife Council, Business Gateway and Invest Fife have announced their Business Efficiency Grants available to cover up to 90% or £20,000 non-repayable funds to support local businesses.

The grant can be used for two reasons:

Net Zero
Digital Development

Here at BNI Carnegie, We have the right businesses that can help you tap into this grant and make the necessary improvements to your business, so if you were thinking about pulling the trigger on a project like this, this is your sign to go ahead with it.

Please get in touch with us, and we can put you in touch with our team.

Further details about the grant can be found here: https://findbusinesssupport.gov.scot/service/funding/business-efficiency-grants-for-fife-based-businesses

This morning at BNI Carnegie, we heard from Lee Bloomer from GS Group Insurance Brokers about how they go above and beyond for their clients, and got a peek at their bespoke claims app that helps make sure you capture every vital piece of information if your ever in an accident.

We recently welcomed back Lorraine from Rosie Fraser Real Estate to chapter - Couldn't stay away for long, Lorraine! Must have missed our banter. 😉

and Paul Walker from Utili-Tay took today's best 60 seconds!

We also launched our brand new website at https://bnicarnegie.com, helping us showcase the top talent and business relationships possible through BNI.

Please get in touch if you fancy visiting our chapter.

What a fantastic start to the day!

At BNI Carnegie, we're all out developing people & businesses to change lives and enrich communities.

We are a group of 28 passionate business owners who are all on this journey together. Here to help each other grow.

We pass business to each other every single week and are on the lookout for the right business to join our BNI family.

If you're a small business with BIG dreams, please get in touch and come along for a cuppa to see how we can help take you there.

🥁 Drumroll, please! We're thrilled to the core to introduce you to the first of our newest members, the exceptional Kirsty McNiece! 💫

Armed with expertise and passion, Kirsty has hopped aboard the train to amplify her business impact. Kirsty is not just a businesswoman, she's a tidal wave of innovation that's ready to inspire.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞'𝐬 𝐰𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐊𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐲 𝐡𝐚𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐲:

Hi, I'm Kirsty and I LOVE travelling, and planning travelling. So much so that it's eventually proven too much to resist and I've turned it into career.

I'm your Independent Personal Travel Consultant. I will do all the work for you to save you time and money, and best of all my service is FREE!

I offer a bespoke, 1-2-1 service. With access to over 400 suppliers for the widest possible choice, I can source and organise almost every type of travel and holiday. Tell me what you want and need, and I'll go away and do the hard work for you to find just the right, tailor made, option and I'll look after you throughout your journey.

The only person you will speak to is me. I'm not a 9-5 operation. You can text or WhatsApp me and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. I am here every step of the way to answer all your questions from the moment you make an enquiry until you return home.

I'm part of Not Just Travel, which is part of the Hays Independence buying group. All holidays are fully ABTA & ATOL protected.

Fun Facts about me
I love travelling and going on holiday! Usually camping, or cruising recently.
My favourite UK holiday was a weekend camping in Wales to do the amazing Velocity 2 Zipline! (I'm a bit of an adrenaline ju**ie)
My favourite city break would be Disneyland Paris with the kids, or Amsterdam, or maybe Barcelona...
My bucket list destination is Machu Picchu and I'd love to tour Latin America.

So if anyone wishes to go on holiday or knows of anyone who would be interested, I can help take the stress away and plan it all for you.
Get in touch. Pass my details on. I'd love to help.
📲07855 395899
📧[email protected]
www.kirstymcniece.notjusttravel.com

🎉 Hip Hip Hooray! The BNI Carnegie chapter is proud to say, we've got 6 new members paving the way! 🥳

Today, we want to send out a massive welcome to our newest networking wizards, who've taken the leap to supercharge their businesses with the power of . With hearts full of ambition, they're ready to make their mark!

But wait, there's room for more! We’re on the lookout for businesses keen to join our team, and fill in our chapters' dream. With each member holding their unique category key 🔑, BNI Carnegie ensures you're free from competition, making business a jamboree!

Imagine a room filled with partners, not competitors; a network that brings you referrals, not hurdles. With BNI Carnegie, you'll find your business growing in harmony 🤝. This isn't just networking, it's a way to build your business, assuredly.

Come, join our growing family! Let's create success stories together, gallantly! is not just a group, it's a business revolution on the loop. 💼🔥

Another fantastic BNI meeting this morning which was jammed packed with visitors!

We heard from Mark from Thomson Cooper Accountants in the education slot who spoke about how visitors really have a positive impact on the chapter. There's no obligation to join, just making the effort to comer along can make a huge different to your business!

Cuddy Cudworth from Priority Mind Management gave a cracking 10 minute presentation and spoke about how they don't just offer support, but they focus on getting real results for their clients.

DID YOU KNOW?
By law, you will be required to have certified mental health first aiders in your business within the next 5 years.

Priority mind Management offer training to the highest standard.

A couple of great testimonials this week for both Craig form EIT Group - Electrical Inspection & Testing and Neil from Eclipse (IP) Ltd

And this weeks 60 seconds winner was Mark form Thomson Cooper Accountants

Have a great week folks!
Let's smash it! 💪

Today at BNI Carnegie, we welcomed in our new leadership team, led by Johnny from JDB All Trades as our chapter president, Nicola form King St Nutrition as Vice-President and Wicus from Wicus Van Biljon Business Doctor as chapter treasurer.

What a buzzing meeting we had with some lovely visitors and subs, the room was packed and lots of great business was passed between everyone.

We had a great testimonial from Ronalds for Iain from Minuteman Press Dunfermline and the 60 seconds winner this week was Andy from One Web Creations Ltd

If you've been thinking about levelling up your networking and taking your business to new highs, get in touch! We'd love you have you round for a coffee next Tuesday.

We had a great meeting this morning at BNI Carnegie - the last of the year with our current leadership team.

We first heard from CuddynCarol Cudworth from Priority Mind Management, who spoke about how easy it actually is to be in the green each and every month; you’ve just got to be committed!

Nicola from King St Nutrition gave an excellent 10-minute presentation about how she helps her customers not only get back in shape but have a healthy and balanced diet that they can stick with for life.

Andy from One Web Creations Ltd shared a great testimonial for JDB All Trades, and today’s 60 seconds winner was Paul from Utili-Tay!

Such energy in the room this morning! We heard from Cuddy from Monkeymindrelaxation talking about how our core value of Giver Gain really works and how we can leverage this to boost our businesses.

Harry from Forth Wills gave a great 10 minutes presentation and really highlighted the important of being prepared with wills and powers of attorney, and why you should not leave it until you need one, as that's usually too late.

A couple of great testimonials for Lee from GS Group and Anne-Marie from GLOW Nails, Beauty & Gifts an this week's 60 seconds winner is Will Burns from Shand & Burns Financial Ltd

Another meeting packed with enthusiasm and quality relationship building this morning at BNI Carnegie.

Nicola did an excellent job of explaining how to make the most of your time as the feature presenter at BNI to make the most impact and really get the best out of your membership.

We heard from Keith from John Young Signs who impressed the room with the outstanding artwork and signage they do, making the invisible, visible and how this can have a HUGE positive impact on your business.

This weeks 60 seconds winner was David Green from Datel Solutions who really brought to life what they do, how they can help their clients, and more importantly, WHY they are looking to speak with their target audience.

If you've been thinking about joining in on the fun and fancy some high-quality networking, speak to one of our existing members of message the page for more information.

This morning at BNI Carnegie, we enjoyed an Education slot from Neil Alexander from Eclipse (IP) Ltd, talking about how to have effective & efficient 121’s.

This week’s featured presenter was Ross Harley from Dublcheck Cleaning Services Fife, who gave us the inside scoop into the professional cleaning industry. It’s great to see how they can impact their clients by removing some of their problems, maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness, and ensuring they get the job done exactly as they say they will.

We welcomed Anne-Marie Stewart to the chapter last week from GLOW Nails, Beauty & Gifts, Dunfermline. More to come on that soon.

And our 60 seconds winner this week was Craig McMillan from EIT Group - Electrical Inspection & Testing.

This week at BNI Carnegie, We were dazzled by Nicola from King St Nutrition, who told us exactly how she helps her clients lose weight and take care of their whole bodies with balanced and healthy nutritional advice.

We heard from some really great visitors this week, two great testimonials were shared for Iain from Minuteman Press Dunfermline - for the job you need done yesterday.

And our 60 seconds winner this week goes to Wicus Van Biljon Business Doctor who highlighted the importance of how you demonstrate your brand values and how you show up in your business.

Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you all 🎅🎄🥂

This week along with networking we had our secret Santa and festive quiz 😃

The top table wanted to recognise the hard work VP Francesco has put into the chapter this year, well done! - and thank you to rest of the top table, Ross and Mark. 🤝 (My Utility Warehouse Page Francesco Agus -Authorised Distributor, Dublcheck Cleaning Services Fife, Thomson Cooper Accountants)

Andrew from The Mortgage Advice Club provided Iain from Minuteman Press Dunfermline with a testimonial for his excellent printing services.🤩

Well done to Lisa from Flexi Business Support on winning the last 60 second trophy of 2022 🏆 - Lisa was looking for a referral to Buddy the Elf! 😆

Our members look forward to returning after the festive break on Tuesday 10th.

New Member Alert 😃

Harry de Vries from Forth Wills Limited has joined our chapter recently after visiting a few times and seen how being a member could grow his start-up business further. Harry brings 15 years of experience in the industry and decided to create his business in 2022 to provide a more personal and client-centered approach because it can be a sensitive matter to speak about. 🙊🙉🙈

Harry works with families and charities to make sure they understand the importance of having a Will, Power of Attorney, and Family Protection in place because when the time comes, he wants your wishes to be upheld. ✍️

Harry is a dedicated family man to his wife, children, and grandchildren where he spends his free time taking care of them all. 🥰

If you want to look after your family but need help, please reach Harry on 07519971855 or [email protected] 👈

Every Tuesday morning we meet at Canmore Golf Club to network with local companies. Have you visited us before to see how it could benefit your business? If not, why not try it next year! 😃

Harry from Forth Wills Limited did and seen how the group could help grow his business! Welcome to the chapter 🤝 - keep an eye out for our new member post for more details.

Louis from Simplypay spoke to the room about his card payment business which is going from strength to strength since starting in 2020, his team helps local business save up to 35% on their card payment bills. Louis was recently celebrated as one of Fife's successful young entrepreneur. - well done Louis! 👏

Well done to Mike from Gutter Guy who won with his 60-second pitch 🏆

It was a good meeting with loads of opportunities! Next week we have our Xmas quiz and secret Santa 🎅🥳

Our Christmas night out at the Garvock House Hotel, Dunfermline was enjoyed by our members! 🎅🥳

Socialising helps our members get to know each other better and this is where more organic referrals happen. 😁😆

We hope our followers can see we are all human and you are welcome along to our weekly meetings to find out how BNI can help your business grow, just like it has for our current members. 😃

Register as a visitor 👇
[email protected]
http://bniscotlandnorth.com/en-GB/findachapter

New Member Alert

Lee is our new insurance member who recently join the chapter after he visited a few times. 🥳

Lee has 14 years of experience in the industry and has been the very successful Commercial Account Executive with GS Group for the past 7 years. Based in Perth they can help businesses and individuals with their policy cover needs to anyone within the UK. GS Group’s focus is about employing people that are approachable and are passionate about delivering for our clients, which Lee is! 😀

Lee loves spend time with his wife and two boys as well as playing and watching football in his spare time. 👨‍👩‍👦‍👦⚽️

If you need an insurance quote reach out to Lee on 07903072814 or [email protected] 📞📨

This week we had a warm room full of keen networkers ready to smash business goals! 🤝💪

David from Datel Solutions spoke to the room about how they can help local businesses with their telephone needs so their businesses never miss a call and how they can improve their current systems make use of digital options.

Thanks to Thomas Haywood Aerial Photography for the lovely prize gift - lovely sunrise of where we network each week!

The group looks forward to our Christmas night out on Friday as festivities is in full swing! 🎅🎄

When you network your aim is to grow your business but if you are anything like all our early risers, these AM views make it so much sweeter! 😍

This week we had Wicus Van Biljon Business Doctor speaking to our members and visitors about the benefits of building your business with selling it in mind, regardless if you plan to. It helps build solid foundations and highlights weaknesses that can be worked on. 📈

Great testimonials for Mike from Gutter Guy, Amanda from FotiBooth, and Andy from One Web Creations Ltd. 🤝

Well done Mike for being this week's 60-second pitch winner! 🏆

Every Tuesday morning we meet at Canmore Golf Club to network with local companies. Have you visited us before to see how it could benefit your business?

Chris from John Young Signs did and seen how the group could help grow their business! Welcome to the chapter 😃

Craig from EIT Group - Electrical Inspection & Testing informed the members how his business can deliver electrical work to a high standard for commercial and domestic jobs, including contract work on behalf of letting agencies and landlords.

It was testimonial madness this week for several of our members. 📝

Well done to Andy from One Web Creations Ltd who won with his 60-second pitch 🏆

It was a good meeting with loads of opportunities!

Our weekly networking meetings are full of colour, fun, and laughter. 😃

Mike from Gutter Guy walked us through his business, we got a peak behind the scenes. They can offer homeowners and landlords peace of mind with their roof and gutter care packages.🏡

Well done to Neil from Eclipse (IP) Ltd who won the 60-second pitch this week 🏆

Andy from One Web Creations Ltd made us all think about our pricing models in his education slot. Well done to Cuddy Monkeymindrelaxation and Nicola for receiving testimonials for their services.👍

Happy weekend everyone!

New Member Alert

Andy Low is a new member to our group, he is our resident web developer from One Web Creations Ltd.

Andy brings a wealth of experience to the chapter with a background in tech for two of the UK’s largest organisations in the finance and entertainment sectors.

One Web Creations specialise in creating stunning websites that convert, but they also do custom software solutions to help streamline internal processes. - who doesn't need this?!

When he’s not plugged into the matrix, he enjoys life with his partner, Zoe, their Son, Harvey, and the fluffiest pussycat, Loki. 👨‍👩‍👦 Both Andy and Harvey love practicing Karate and are members of the SGKA. (Scottish Goju-Ryu Karate-Do Association) 💪

With a range of options suited to help businesses of all sizes, get in touch with One Web Creations Ltd to find out how they can transform your business digitally. 📞👇

https://onewebcreations.co.uk/qr-v-card/

Every Tuesday morning we meet at Canmore Golf Club, you can come along for a visit and see how it could benefit your business. 😃

This week we welcomed a new member to the chapter, Lee from GS Group...keep an eye out for a member spotlight post to see how Lee can help your business. 👍

Andrew from The Mortgage Advice Club informed the room over how he can help home owners with their mortgages, help them get better rates by giving them whole of market advice so people can make better choices.

Well done to Iain from Minuteman Press Dunfermline who won with his 60 second pitch 🏆

It was a good meeting with loads of networking opportunities 🌐

How your financial literacy impacts on your financial confidence Yet financial products and services are often made unnecessarily complex by the language the industry uses to communicate with its customers.

The room was filled with BNI members and 7 visitors this week 😃

Neil from Eclipse (IP) Ltd and UKSI Ltd delivered his 10-minute presentation about his local and national Fire and Security businesses. Neil has been in business for 13 years with over 25 years of industry expertise, it is fair to say Neil knows a thing or two about how to protect your business's assets and premises from fire or theft .🧯📹 Neil prides himself and his businesses on exceeding customers’ expectations and because of this core value, they service many businesses within Fife and beyond.

Well done to Neil, Cuddy - Monkeymindrelaxation, Johnny - JDB All Trades, Amanda - Gillespie Photography,, and Wicus - Wicus Van Biljon Business Doctor who were recognised for their success and positive efforts toward the chapter in October. And to this week's 60-second pitch winner Craig - EIT Group - Electrical Inspection & Testing. Great job team! 👏

Next week we look forward to welcoming a new member 💪

If you want to boost your business, why not come along to come of our morning meetings? 🤝☕

Come along to our Recruitment Open Evening!

We are looking for cleaners in Dunfermline/Inverkeithing & Rosyth

Date: Tuesday 8th November 2022
Time: 5pm till 9pm
Venue: The City Hotel Dunfermline, 18-20 Bridge St, Dunfermline KY12 8DA

You can either book a time slot by emailing [email protected] or just turn up on the night.

Great vibes filled the BNI Carnegie Chapter yesterday, as always 😉

Nicola (Herbalife Nutrition) provided us with great insights on a podcast from BNI University. Thank you Nicola 👍

Well done to Cuddy (Monkeymindrelaxation), Francesco (My Utility Warehouse Page Francesco Agus -Authorised Distributor), Neil (Eclipse (IP) Ltd) and Johnny (JDB All Trades) for the green traffic lights achieved in September 🎉

This week it was Paul's (Utili-Tay) turn to deliver the 10-minute presentation, where he talked us through Utili-tay and the future project that will aim at protecting the environment. Great job Paul 👏

A testimonial for Ian (Minuteman Press Dunfermline) from John (Ascension Property Investments) for the service provided. Well done 👏

And finally, congratulations to Wicus (Wicus Van Biljon Business Doctor) for winning the 60-second pitch 👏

Enjoy the rest of the week everyone and see you all next Tuesday 🌞

Good morning everyone, great meeting yesterday at the BNI Carnegie chapter as we welcomed visitors and got to know about them and their businesses.

This week Johnny (JDB All Trades) was in charge of the Education Slot, where he addressed the importance of having goals and that "knowledge is power and information is power" 💪

A shout-out to Cuddy (Monkeymindrelaxation) for most TYFTB, David (Datel Solutions) for most referrals passed and then again Cuddy with Johnny and Nicola (Herbalife Nutrition) for Most Visitors Attended. Great job! 👏

Will (Shand & Burns Financial Ltd) delivered the 10-minute presentation, telling the members a little about himself and his family, and proceeding with the services that the company provides to help people achieve their life goals. Well done Will! 👏

A testimonial from Cuddy to Paul (McG Heating & Plumbing) for the service provided! 👏

Lastly, well done to David for winning the 60-second pitch! 👏

Enjoy your week and weekend when it comes everyone, see you all next Tuesday for another energetic networking meeting!