NSANZ Auckland Chapter Newsletter AUGUST 2010
- A word from our President
- August Chapter Meeting
- 2010 Professional
Development Series
- What's new with Wellington Branch
- What's new with Northland Branch
- Other events and items of interest
- Members' Benefits
A word from our President
Dear Enthusiastic Speakers,
It’s been a very exciting year at NSANZ, and it has been my pleasure
and privilege to serve as your President. I am also happy and honoured
to continue to serve in the year ahead with the support of a committed
and energetic team of fellow committee members.
We got off to a great start after the 2009 AGM with some highly engaging,
energising, and information-packed meetings. Your committee this year
worked so well together and put in many hours behind the scenes. Their
efforts brought us the fantastic year we’ve enjoyed, and I am grateful
for their support and encouragement.
Thank you to Linda Coles who
spoke to us at our July meeting on ‘social media’ and building online
relationships. Also, thanks to our MC Ann
Andrews and all the breakout session facilitators who gave us who
gave us their insights: Hannah
Samuel, Jenny Wilmhurst and Kevin Andreassand (the
Tweet Twins), Craig Garner,
and Linda Coles.
We all share the common aspiration to inspire and empower people in
some way, each with a unique perspective and a unique style. I’m aware
of how courageous you are, stepping out and beaming your light in your
own way. We’re fortunate to have you adding your special sparkle to
our cluster of shining stars!
Looking ahead, just prior to our 31st of August meeting, we will be
showing a video of highlights from the 2010 NSAA convention from 6-7pm.
This will be followed by our annual AGM at 7:30 where new committee
members will be voted in. Following the brief AGM, Dr.
Tom Mulholland and Ngahihi
o te ra Bidois will be speaking to inspire and educate us, so please
mark your calendar now.
Here’s to another year ahead together, with enriching and uplifting
programs to continue to fuel our speaking passion and progress.
Best Regards
Sally Mabelle
Sally Mabelle
President NSANZ Auckland Chapter
Sally Mabelle, M.Ed., B.A. (hons), Accredited Member
August Chapter Meeting & AGM - Tuesday 31st
At
our August meeting prior to our normal start time we will have a SPECIAL
NSAA Convention 2010 highlights - on video at the Waipuna in our NSANZ
meeting room from 6-7pm - come experience some of the high calibre speakers
and energising atmosphere of the convention - second best thing to being
there! At 7:30, the brief 2010 AGM will commence where our accredited
members will vote in our new committee members. The AGM will be followed
by two “local” international speakers and NSANZ Auckland Chapter members, Dr.
Tom Mulholland and Ngahihi
o te ra Bidois presenting as follows:
“What could possibly go wrong?” - Developing Attitudes for Speaking Success with
Dr Tom Mulholland
Dr Tom Mulholland has given hundreds of presentations globally to companies like
Google, Microsoft, Audi and Hilton. He has hosted his own daily TV show “Dr
Tom The Attitude Doctor”, toured with Mike King, featured on 60 minutes twice
and given presentations to NSAA and in Asia on getting the right attitude for
speaking.
He will talk about how to avoid and deal with events “turning to custard” and
how your attitude will make the difference. Speaking is not all beer and skittles
and the path to Professionalism is paved with many learning opportunities. He
promises to share a few of these and some tricks of the trade on how to get yourself
out of some tricky situations and giving your audience the best bang for their
bucks.
Our second speaker is Ngahihi o te ra Bidois who is an international speaker
and has delivered keynote presentations in many countries including Singapore,
Kuala Lumpur, USA, England, Australia and here in New Zealand. He has just returned
from presenting a concurrent session at the NSA America convention in Florida
and last year was invited to deliver a keynote to Google in New York. Ngahi is
a renown keynote speaker who has received the NSANZ Speaker of the Year and Inspirational
Speaker of the Year Awards (Auckland Chapter).
His presentation is entitled: Ten Keys for Keynote Presentations.
- How can I make an excellent first impression in my presentations?
- What is the difference between a Keynote and other deliveries?
- How can I improve my story telling skills?
- Who can help me to improve my keynote presentation?
- How do I leave my audience inspired?
- How can I add more value to my clients?
This presentation by Ngahihi o te ra Bidois will answer these questions and more and we look forward to seeing you there!
Tuesday 31st August
Your MC will be Craig Sharman
7pm for a 7.30pm start - to 9.30pm
Members $30 - Guests $45 **
Venue: Waipuna Conference Centre
Prior registration for this event
is essential as seating will be limited.
Please click here to book your
seat and to confirm your payment method.
(We appreciate your prompt direct credit which will be receipted by
return email)
Bookings will close at 5pm Monday 30th August.
New meeting payment policies
The Auckland Chapter Committee wish to advise that as of the February
09 Chapter meeting:
- no payments will be taken on the night.
Payment by direct credit, credit card or cheque prior to are welcome and will be promptly receipted via email.
- the guest rate of $45 will apply for 2 chapter meetings, then $75 thereafter. The member rate of $30 remains unchanged.
2010 Professional Development Series
Continued professional development and continuous skill improvement are aims of the National Speakers Association New Zealand Auckland Chapter 2010 series.- Do you want a Professional Speaking Career?
- Would you like to improve your presentation skills?
- Would you like to improve your business?
Full details including registration form download here however if you have any questions or queries contact Committee Member and PDS Co-ordinator, Roberta Budvietas, here.
What's new with Wellington Branch
What HASN'T been happening in Wellington!! The howling wind, crazy
rain, atrocious landslips on the motorways...and believe it or not,
our fellow NSANZ members and guests still manage to carve out time to
come and join our events, even when other networks have put their meetings
on hold for the winter season.
Our first set of Professional Development, where Hannah Samuel kicked off the
series with the first two competencies had a lovely turn-out - most of the attendees
were members by that stage, and it's really shown that our initiative to start
the Professional Development this year had paid off with a number of regular
guests signing up as members just to take advantage of the series to up-skill,
and continue to grow the speakers network!
Following the interactive session, was John Bishop's presentation about marketing your speaking business, where he outlined the different types of speakers as well as sharing his own experiences on the speaking circuit to date. We were also privileged to be one of the first events where John announced his candidacy for the Lambton Ward in the upcoming elections.
As for progress of the branch, we are looking forward to our next set of Professional Development workshops, with Greg Ward and David Clarkson, and I anticipate, and appreciate that the NSANZ community can rustle up some Wellington contacts in the upcoming months to get them involved, and enrolled in our evolving branch!
Details of the August Branch Meeting - Thursday 26th - can be viewed here.
Talk soon! Meanwhile, please follow us on Facebook! :)
Eva-Maria Salikhova
Branch President
027 322 7085
What's new with Northland Branch
This
month we are fortunate to have Tom
O’Neil (B.Soc.Sci.(Psych) , Accredited NSANZ member) as our guest speaker
for the next NSANZ Northland Branch meeting.
As you may already know, Tom is an international contributor to ‘What Colour
Is Your Parachute’ (2008 – 2011) the world’s best selling career guide. His presentation
on Monday 23rd August will challenge us to improve our own performance as speaking
professionals and for success in all areas of our life through effective goal
planning. To find out more about Tom click here.
Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity! For further details or to book your place
call Jaki on 09 430 7959 today. You can contact me during business hours, or email
me for details any time.
When: Monday 23rd August
Where: Thirty3 Events Centre
Time: Networking from 5:30pm for a 5:45pm start
See you there!
Jaki George-Tunnicliffe
Branch President
09 430 7959
Other events and items of interest
- If you want to know why are some clients and audiences are so easy and others so difficult join in on this FREE webinar. Tuesday, August 24, 2010 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM NZST The presenter will be Madeleine Hathaway, MA Psychology (Hons); an educator and manager who trained in the field of Psychology. Her diverse background and knowledge is derived from a broad base of experience in the academic, scientific and business sectors. Madeleine travelled the Pacific Rim, teaching, exploring and building her understanding of the human condition before she came to New Zealand where she has resided with her Kiwi husband for over 12 years.
- 2010 NSANZ National AGM - Tuesday 24th August at the Tui II Room, Rendezvous Hotel, cnr Mayoral Drive & Vincent Street, Auckland commencing at 7.30pm. If you haven’t already, please submit your RSVP (or apologies) to Hannah Samuel, National President, here.
- Revamp Yourself for Spring - Ladies Evening on 01 September. Grab a group and join us for tips from NSANZ experts. Judith, Linda, Ann, Janice and others. Cornwall Park from 5.30pm onwards more details here.
- ROTARY CALLING SPEAKERS! Port Nicholson Rotary are calling on YOU!
Got a topic you'd like to share with a powerful audience? The Port Nicholson
Rotary are looking for speakers from all walks of life for their 2010
and 2011 speaker slots. Maybe you can be next? Contact Darryl Ross: darrylross@clear.net.nz for
more information/put your hand up to speak at one of their upcoming events!.
- September Chapter Meeting - Tuesday 28th Starting with the pre meeting
Member Showcase at 6pm which will feature presentations by the following
Auckland members; Claire Balfour, Grace
Haden, Jan Vincent, Jane Harmony Blake and Jacqui
Jones , with Bernadette Griffiths as
Showcase MC & Co-ordinator. More details to follow in the September newsletter
of the main meeting event and guest speaker.
- Are you Social Savvy? with Linda Coles. 3 small group
sessions and one on one sessions see the following links for details: Linkedin
training - Facebook
page training - Social
media small group and for 1-1
training / coaching on any aspect of social media.
- The Voice of Leadership: The Art of Powerful Presentations: 22nd September, 2010 with Sally Mabelle, See details,testimonials, and registration click HERE
Members are invited to submit information on their events, new book launches, etc to be included in this section. A short paragraph, with a website link and/or PDF file, is required. Click here to submit your piece for the next newsletter. And don't forget to bring your resources for display on the members table at each meeting.
Members Benefits
If you want to develop your speaking business, whether you are a seasoned pro or just starting out, NSANZ is the association to belong to. Your Chapter membership buys you:- NSANZ Chapter Membership
- Regular news updates by Email
- From the USA:
- The Professional Speaker Magazine
- The Voices of Experience CDs
- Listing in the NSA Annual Speakers Directory
- Discount Rates to:
- Monthly meetings
- International conferences
- International Workshops & Training Days
- Members can access a range of CDs and information from the NSANZ library for a nominal fee.
- Networking opportunities at Chapter meetings
For full details and a membership application form click here.
NSANZ Auckland acknowledges the continued support of Waipuna Hotel & Conference Centre.
