Between 7.am and 7.30 25 of us assembled ready to start. Two in vans (Alan Moller and John Hammond) one on a sofa (Tina Walker) and the rest of us with backdrops of kitchen, conservatory, and office respectively.
The Performance League
Kevin Radford is way out front with 105 points after only the first week.
Education Presentation
Paul Booth was there with a call to arms. He reminded us of the importance of Google Reviews and challenged us all to get our fingers out this week. It was a timely reminder and one that we should all respond to.
The 60 Second Round
Nathan Howson was doing the awarding of the Oscar. He also reported a good week that involved the number 2. He finished a job 2 weeks early, £2,000 under budget. What’s not to like!
Highlight of the round was Nick Cooke doing Daffy Duck impressions in a way that brought tears of joy to our eyes. I think he was explaining that he was the structural engineer of the group.
Sarah Steel was delivering a webinar to Ferrero Roche; you know, those chocolatey things that people at posh parties eat and end up with bits of nuts between their teeth. She also made us aware that the average credit card debt is £2,000.00 which is apparently £441.00 more than last year.
Brian Painter reminded us that a free initial telephone consultation is available to enable him to clarify what he can do for any punters introduced to him. We should remember this when making referrals to him; that also goes for me, in particular if members introduce punters who are looking to buy or sell a business.
Mason Edwards was talking waste and Ben Golding the Utility Warehouse new broadband product.
At Speed Print Vincent Goode does exceedingly good menus. He shared an example on his screen that contrasted the before and after once he was allowed to weave his magic. This menu boasted; Ultimate Dogs, Jumbo Wings and Buffalo in Franks Sauce. It’s enough to make you go vegan.
A lot of us are tidying up before Christmas, John Freeman, Alan Moller and John Hammond to mention but three.
Scott Griffiths offered the oft quoted epithet “if you think it’s expensive to hire a pro, see what hiring an amateur will cost”. A view echoed by Terry Maylin where a client who should have known better, had failed to provide a written contract to an employee and was now being well and truly stuffed.
The Oscar was awarded to Matt Barry who is through the Blue Sheriff is helping raise money for the Brentwood Theatre.
Well done to all for their contributions to an excellent round.
Meeting Secretaries Report
Scott Griffiths reminded us that next week we must turn up in our Christmassy gear. Make sure you concentrate on dressing from the chest upwards. Elvin shoes, Santa’s boots and tight-fitting red britches will be a waste of time as well as uncomfortable. Concentrate on the chest upwards.
10-minute presentation by Simon Essex
It was good to see Simon Essex looking fit and well after his brush with Covid 19. An interesting piece of information was that he started off working with the BBC on Pebble Mill at one. More of us than cared to mention it had memories of this middle of the day production. Ben Golding even admitted to singing on one particular programme. As always Simon produced an excellent presentation of his new life at the Greenhouse. He is even trying to reintroduce the Aspidistra, very Noel Coward! We even got to see a video that showed those of us who have not been exactly what the Greenhouse looks like.
Referrals and Testimonials Round
Lots of 1-2-1s and Thanks for the Money.
Don’t forget next week; it’s Christmas!!!
Thank you for having me. Maybe we should give EBF a five star google review. See you elves next week
Great 10 minutes – looking forward to next week
Simon’s gone & raised the bar on the 10 minutes.. Bugger!
Following Paul Booth’s call to action, I have left a couple of 5 star member reviews. I suggest we all do the same
A good pictorial 10 minutes from Simon, he’s turning in to a real Percy Thrower! We can all benefit from 5* reviews, a timely reminder from Paul the elder. I’ll be shaking the moths from my Christmas woollie in prep for next week. Have a good weekend.
A fabulous 10 minutes Simon. I look forward to popping in to the Greenhouse and getting some plants as soon as circumstances allow. As always, a thoroughly enjoyable (and amusing) meeting. Have a good week everyone. Looking forward to some Christmas merriment on Thursday!
Our usual high standard folks. Well done to Paul – that’s a “heads up notice” to all. Congrats to Simon for his excellent 10mts and to Paul D. for topping the charts.
Great 10 minutes Simon also Ed Slot too from Paul. Have a great weekend and see you all next Thursday with Christmas Jumpers on or hats or both!
Apologies that I couldn’t make it on Thursday – sounds like another excellent meeting. Good to know you are back Simon! My Christmas jumper is ready for next week.
Great presentation by Simon and an entertaining meeting as always.
well done Simon an excellent 10 minutes. i liked the ed slot Ben as i have genuinely received clients by way of google reviews so they do work! Great meeting see you all next week dressed up!