What better
way to kick off 2014 than being surrounded by a group of committed, genuine and
supportive Perth businesswomen at the Women in Business WA Morning Tea on 23
January. I certainly experience it as nourishing for the mind and soul.
More than 20
Women in Business WA members gathered at The Peasants Table in Mt Hawthorn for
delicious coffee and great conversation. Oh and who could resist the
straight-from-the-oven blueberry muffins. After the
usual buzz and chitchat that accompanies these events, WIBWA Director Jennifer
Rose Bryant provided each woman with the opportunity to introduce themselves to
the group and share about their business and what they are passionate about.
This can
often be a nerve racking experience so we were lucky Beth from “Beth Little
Mind and Body” was there to lead us through a relaxing Emotional Freedom
Technique (EFT). It was fabulous!
Beth
specialises in remedial massage, reflexology, reiki, Indian head massage, and
EFT with Matrix Reimprinting. She shared about her passion to educate, care and
heal people from the perspective that what happens with our bodies physically,
comes from something that originated in the mind. It is a perspective that is
becoming more and more well known and is a ‘way of life’ that involves really
looking for and identifying what challenges or stops us in taking action, in
communication and in our relationships. Beth’s contribution created a great
space for the rest of the introductions.
Our very own
Women in Business Nanna, aka Lesley Dewar, was rocking her leopard outfit,
including ears, at the morning tea. Lesley uses costumes, props and books to
entertain and ignite the imaginations of children as of her business “Stories
my Nana Tells”.
Then there
was Louise Matson from “Louise M Shoes” who provides funky, modern corporate
shoes for women who work on their feet – which is all of us isn’t it? Louise
hand picks the designs she sells and has a variety available for women to check
out.
Each of the
women who shared about themselves and their business spoke from the heart and
listened to others speaking with generosity and encouragement. As often occurs
at WIBWA events, I find it encouraging seeing such honesty, commitment and a willingness
to contribute to one another. Women in Business WA events are more than just a
networking event. It’s an uplifting experience because every woman has a gift
to share and as attendees we have the privilege of hearing about and receiving
that gift.
Vida Carlino
for example is an inspiration coach who enables women to discover and connect
with their true spirit and then implement that in to their businesses. She
works with individuals and groups Australia-wide. Vida also hosts Mastermind
coaching sessions (with five to seven people) to provide a concentrated effort
in order for participants to take their businesses to the next level.
I could go
on and on but I think you get the idea of the calibre of amazing WIBWA women at
this event.
If you read
this and think “they sound amazing, I can’t possibly compare to those women”
then I’m sorry but you are wrong! WIBWA members all started somewhere and some
are just starting out.
What makes Women
in Business WA unique is way events are created. Jennifer makes a point to know
and welcome each and every member and we are encouraged to be ourselves and connect
and collaborate with like-minded business women.
So, no matter what stage you are at with your
business I invite you to attend an event and experience the amazing community I’m
talking about.
