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EPIC NZ Wellington Conference
13 June
Wellington
EPIC NZ 2013 is the leading networking event for New Zealand businesses to
connect with ethnic businesses to harness potential trade opportunities. Held
at the TelstraClear Centre in Te Papa, on June 13 2013, it will highlight the
importance of networks, the tools to grow your business, and showcase local
success stories.
To tap into this wealth, EPIC NZ 2013 aims to forge connections between ethnic
and mainstream small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in New Zealand. These
connections open the door to a world of potential markets, investment, and
expertise; creating economic and trade opportunities for New Zealand.
www.epicnz.co.nz/EventsWellington
Character Driven Leadership
26 June
Auckland
This is a three hour introductory workshop that is based on the premise that
leadership is a journey of change within the self – not a title or a position, but
a 'way of being' that anyone can aspire to and achieve. The concepts covered
will develop your understanding of what character building is and the significant
benefits that can be gained from being a character-driven leader. The strategies
and tools introduced in the workshop are designed to help you to strengthen
your character and become a more powerful and influential person in your work
and life.
www.eventfinder.co.nz/2013/character-driven-leadership/auckland/ponsonby
Project Management, What is it?
27th June
Auckland
Find out about the project management lifecycle and understand what
should happen, when it should occur, how to manage stakeholders and what
makes a project a success. This high level overview will provide you with an
understanding of what project management is about and what it involves. Gain
insights to the tips and tricks of effective project management.
www.eventfinder.co.nz/2013/project-management-what-is-it/auckland/
newmarket
Fundamentals for New Managers - Two day course
9 July
Wellington
Making the move to management can be intimidating, with plenty of simple
mistakes waiting to be made. MIT two day Business Course Fundamentals for
New Managers will help you avoid common errors while making the most of the
opportunities your new role presents.
Handling your first team meetings, getting the most out of your staff, dealing
with difficult employees – learn essential insights and techniques from
experienced industry professionals. Fundamentals for New Managers will ensure
you have the confidence and skills to lead a team successfully.
www.businessatmanukau.co.nz/training/short-courses-for-corporate/
fundamentals-for-new-managers
Successful Marketing - Traditional & Online
30 July
Otago
This workshop will cover key points and highlight the necessity of an integrated
strategy. Your customers are exposed to hundreds of marketing messages each
day so it is crucial that your message stands out and that your dollars are being
spent effectively - whether through traditional methods or via online marketing.
Participants will move towards understanding the role of Social Media Marketing
tools like Twitter, Facebook, Google+ and YouTube. It will also cover how Search
Engine Optimisation (SEO) is vital for websites to be found and how SEO
is connected to social media. This workshop will deliver the understanding
necessary to achieve an integrated marketing strategy including creating a
successful website.
www.osea.org.nz
websites to watch
www.polynesianspa.co.nz
The Polynesian Spa is a 100% New Zealand-owned private company, operated by the
Lobb family since 1972. In almost forty years they have had a policy of continuous
improvement that has seen the old government-run baths of the mid 1900's
transformed into the internationally-renowned spa that it is today. All development
has capitalized on the totally unique geothermal views from the spa overlooking
Sulphur Bay on Lake Rotorua and on the sustainable use of the health-giving Rotorua
geothermal waters. In addition, all developments have been done in strict sympathy
with the original 1930's heritage buildings on the site.
www.morethanskin.co.nz
All of the More Than Skin salons and spas offer experience focused therapy and
the best in New Zealand and European skin care and facial treatments. In addition,
each location has a unique point of difference. Take the time to relax, find balance or
completely indulge yourself.
www.designerrugs.com.au
Designer Rugs is Australia's leading rug company, specialising in handmade
custom rugs and carpets for both residential and commercial interiors.
Designer Rugs has a successful history, operating since 1986 in the Australian
and international flooring market and has developed a strong portfolio of
clients and projects around its core value of quality, design integrity, originality
and service excellence.
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