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We had one guest visit with us – Ed Ward of Integrated Networks, Inc. (voice and cabling)

SPEAKERS:  George Scherbak of Harvey Insurance Group (property and casualty insurance) and Marshall Pearson, wills and estates attorney.

1st Speaker:  George helps homeowners’ find the right insurance policy that meets your needs and lifestyle, since he represents several different insurance companies. Protect your home, personal property and liability with homeowner insurance. George has been distinguished by Philadelphia Magazine as a “5-Star Home/Auto Professional” for 2010. For a comprehensive homeowners’ insurance quote from someone you can trust, send your leads to George today!

2^nd Speaker:  Marshall discussed the importance of having a will in place, before you die, that sets out your specific directions regarding the distribution of your assets. He also discussed spousal election which is the method for a spouse to claim a portion of the estate of a deceased spouse who disinherited them by will. For legal advice on wills and estates issues, please send your leads to Marshall!

TIP COUNT: 5 inside tips and 8 outside tips = 13 total!

1st Speaker:  Lynette offers a variety of banking services through National Penn Bank, from personal banking to business banking. She discussed protecting against identity theft which occurs when your personal information is used without your permission to open up credit cards, bank accounts, and more. An important tip is to not use your debit card for online purchases!

2nd Speaker:  Adam provides customers with a broad array of car repair and maintenance services. If you’re in a car accident, you can go to any car mechanic to get your car fixed and you are not required to get other quotes. Adam also discussed the difference between after-market parts versus original. Send your leads to Adam – whether it’s an oil change or banged up car!

TIP COUNT: 7 inside tips and 11 outside tips = 18 total!

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BUSINESS TIP: 8 Sure-Fire Strategies for Boosting Productivity. Motivating employees is key to business success. Are your employees productive in their work? “Appreciation of work done” is #1 for employees! http://www.gaebler.com/Boosting_Productivity_Tips.htm

MEETING ARCHIVE: For an archive of re-caps from past meetings, view www.LeTipCCE.com.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:  ”Feeling gratitude and not expressing it is like wrapping a present and not giving it.”-- William Arthur Ward

Give, get, grow... repeat!™ .  LeTip Chester County East, the Premier Professional Leads Organization™ of Chester County and beyond, meets every Tuesday morning. Visitors are invited! Listed below are recaps for the November 23 and November 30 meetings:

We had one guest visit with us – Jean Patrick of Main Line Interiors.

SPEAKERS:  Teri West of Superior Home Mortgage and Jack Ansley of John H. Ansley Studio (portrait and landscape photography)

1st Speaker:  Teri helps home buyers get the best mortgage deals. Good leads for Teri are engaged couples and current homeowners who are interested in upgrading their existing home and/or are looking to refinance their home.

2^nd Speaker:  Jack is offering a holiday special for a family portrait of any size, up to 24” x 30” finished and ready for framing. (Value of $280.00) No sitting charges and pets are welcome. Send your leads to Jack – what a great holiday gift!

TIP COUNT: 7 inside tips and 9 outside tips = 16 total!

We had two guests visit with us – Bill Schoenhut, commercial real estate appraiser and Andy Desiderio, Hope & Anchor Woodwork

SPEAKER:  Greg Cazillo of @Cazillo Website Design and LeTip CCE Webmaster

Greg spoke about enhancements to our Website at www.LeTipCCE.com. He will be working with each of the members to create “video testimonials” which will explain, from the mouths of each member, how LeTip has played an integral role in generating additional revenues for each of our businesses. We viewed the first video featuring Bridget Hanley of Little Conestoga Picture Framing. These videos will help prospective members realize the positive impact of LeTip and will help entice them to join.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zztcRi1SC3Y

TIP COUNT: 6 inside tips and 5 outside tips = 11 total!

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BUSINESS TIP: Do you make these 10 mistakes in a conversation? Don’t be like most people. Don’t just wait eagerly for your turn to talk. Put your own ego on hold. Learn to really listen to what people actually are saying. View http://www.positivityblog.com/index.php/2006/11/05/do-you-make-these-10-mistakes-in-a-conversation/ for more….

MEETING ARCHIVE: For an archive of re-caps from past meetings, view www.LeTipCCE.com.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:   “I like to listen. I have learned a great deal from listening carefully. Most people never listen.”—Ernest Hemingway

Lots ‘o fun and merriment is sure to be had tonight at Bridget’s holiday open house / dinner bunch at Little Conestoga Picture Framing.

2010 Highlights

LeTip CCE generated over $400,000.00 “dollars in our pockets” in 2010 – woo hoo! Can we make it to $500,000.00 this year?!

Top Tipper of the year was Scott Darling of Re/Max Realtors with 90 tips passed. Rock on! 872 tips total passed in 2010:  274 inside tips and 598 outside. Yay!

We had 2 guests at our meeting: James Hope of Gateway Funding (home mortgages) and Colleen White of Superior Home Mortgage.

SPEAKERS:  Mark Burkholder of Burkholder Brothers Landscaping (landscape design in West Chester PA) and Greg Cazillo of @Cazillo Website Design

1st Speaker:  Mark provided us with an overview of their landscaping goals for 2011, from project management to maintenance. Although Burkholder Brothers has been busy with snow plowing, they’re gearing up for the spring and are offering specials if you sign up now. Send your Main Line home owner and commercial property leads to Mark!

2^nd Speaker:  Greg discussed key components of a recent Website design project. Design needs to be pleasing and catchy (logo/color/etc.) and content needs to be compelling. Setup a public or private “Client/Customer Center” for document management. Contact forms and phone numbers are key, along with a Programs/Services page to describe the offering. Send your small business or non-profit leads to Greg!

TIP COUNT: 9 inside tips and 11 outside tips = 20 total!

TOP TIPPER, DECEMBER:  Congratulations to Jack Ansley of John Ansley Photo Studio!

SPEAKERS:  Scott Darling of Re/Max Realtors and Craig Constable of U Financial (life insurance and health insurance)

1st Speaker:  Scott D., our only residential realtor, discussed how he stays top of mind with his customers - buyers and sellers – by staying in touch with them on a regular basis through a variety of communications. A good lead for Scott is a homeowner who would like to upgrade or a recently engaged couple looking to buy a home.

2^nd Speaker:  Craig discussed the difference between Term Life versus Permanent Life insurance. Term insurance is purchased for a specified period of time. Permanent insurance stays in force as long as you live. It will pay a death benefit, and it accumulates a cash value, too. Send your leads to Craig!

TIP COUNT: 6 inside tips and 10 outside tips = 16 total!

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BUSINESS TIP: How to Ask for Referrals and Get More Clients: Asking for Referrals Is Not as Hard As You Think.  Click here for the details.

MEETING ARCHIVE: For an archive of re-caps from past meetings, view www.LeTipCCE.com.

QUOTE OF THE WEEK:   “Perseverance is not a long race; it is many short races one after another.” By Walter Elliott

The tips are flowing too! 27, count them, 27 outside tips today. Thats 27 referrals for putting dollars in your pocket!  An outstanding congratulations to Dieter Enz, SLCI, for contributing TEN tips. great job everyone!

Our speakers were James Hope, our only mortgage consultant and provider, and Jack Blanton, our only Taxman!

James Hope, of Gateway Funding, gave us great hopes to get a mortgage, outlining how a credit report is important, and how to achieve this. In assesing a mortage peobability, his C-I-A formula is  three points to consider.  Credit, Income and Assets, and how each of these are important.  Gateway Funding also offers the only Happiniess Guarantee in the industry! If you are not happy with his service and attentiveness, he will pay your first month's payment.  He has  never had to do this, a reflection of his outstanding service.

Jack Blanton, JBND Taxbooks, Inc. gave us a bookeeping lesson in assesing our income and expenses and outlining a great diagram for the five categories all businesses need to have for good bookeeping.  In keeping good records, one must have these categories and be able to split their expenses to gain the maximum tax advantages for their business. That is a service provided for all his clients.

We welcome our newest member, Dan Wilson, Doctor of Chiropractic at Fieldhouse Wellness in Great Valley.

Quote: "To aim at the best and to remain essentially ourselves is one and the same thing."

March 8 meeting was an overview of our elections.  The board as is, took time to explain to the member what each role is, their postitin and responsibilities. The president, Greg Cazillo revealed his vision to reach 30 members this year.  It will be done!  Just think, 30 referrals for your business!

Greg also took time to talk about his experiences at the (help me here) National convention for Internet Marketing.  A very lively and dynamic discussion ensued about social networking, the trends in social media and how important this change is to promoting your business.  The importance of an email newletter to reach your contacts is imperative! Once a month, reach out to those you do business with, and those you would like to!  Greg, as website designer, can help you with this.

Quote:

The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack in will.
Vince Lombardi

Top O the Morning to Letip with a grand day for business referrals.  Our speakers were W. marshal Pearson, attorney, and Jack Ansley, from John H Ansley Photography.

W. Marshal Pearson, Estate planning Attorney, spoke of estate planning, and describing how you should transfer your assets the way you want to.  A Living will is very important, and choosing a power of attorney to carry out those wishes is critical.  He reviewed steps to make a living will, and guidelines to prepare your chosen one about your decisions.  A serious subject that way presented in a very compassionate way is what makes Marshal Pearson an expert in his field.

As a graduate of St Joes, and Army and Vietnam Veteran, Jack Ansley, portrait photographer, began working with his father in 1972. He showed us a wonderful video slide show of his most favorite works, displaying portraits, amazing pets ( how does he get them to pose so regally?), and porfessional, corporate portraits.  His focus is on formal portraits, and his willingness to accomodate families and clients even on Sundays, and holidays, separates his service from others. He is truly an artist!

Quote:

The surest way not to fail is to determine to succeed.
Richard Brinsley Sheridan

Spring is definitely in the air!  Everyone is happy, rambunctious, and ready to do business! We honored two speakers:

Mark Burkholder of Burkholder Landscaping and Design spoke of his full service company. They design, build and maintain all of their clients lanscaping needs. A wonderful before and after slide show presented the real value of having a professional create a look to enhance the grounds of your home or business.  Year round service includes snow maintenence too!  A very popular item is the "Staycation", a beautifully designed patio customized to your wishes and makes you have a vacation right at home!

Greg Cazillo from @Cazillo, website deigns elaborated fully on the positive aspects of social media sites. The use of Facebook, Twitter and Email newsletters are an important part of todays business and the ability to reach out to all customers, old  and most importantly new, in todays internet driven world. If you do not use these sites, consider Greg to help you enter the world of social media and watch your business grow!

We were honred to be visited by Robert Smith Felver, the General of our LeTip region.  He visits chapters to assess their meetings and oversee progress that is made as a team and individually.  The Chester County chapter of LeTip was met with great reviews from Mr Smith Felver!  Thank you for visiting us! We enjoyed your company!

Quote for this week:

Nothing great was ever achieved without enthusiasm.
Ralph Waldo Emerson

April showers did not hamper the LeTip CCE meeting, as we joined for a lot of laughs and honored our newest member Andy Desiderio of  Hope and Anchor Woodworks, custom cabinetry and woodworking.  Welcome Andy!

Our speakers were Scott Darling of Remax, and Craig Constable of Mass Mutual.

Scott Darling,  is not your typical Realtor.  As a sixteen year veteran of LeTip, he asked teh question :Is there a move in your future?" He would like us to keep our ears open for life changing situations such as a job promotion ( looking for a new house), Job downsize ( looking for a smaller house), a marriage, divorce, new baby, and seniors.   As a certified residential specialist and one of the very first in Chester County to become a certified senior real estate specialist, Scott is very qualified to help you with your new life changing situation.  He has helped over 500 families move, and is also an Instructor for investing in real estate.  Scott doesn't stop at the closing, but follows up with all of his clients with a survey, and anything he can help with after his clients get settled into their new homes!

Craig Constable of Mass Mutual, is our Life, Health and disability Insurance Specialist. Statistics show that 7 out of 10 people will experience a disability that may last 5 years or more!  Disability Insurance will protect your ability to earn an income, and Craig can steer clients in the right direction to protect their valuable working status, and salaries. Good referrals for him are those in professional positions such as dentists, doctors, and lawyers practices.

Quote for the week:

A successful man is one who can lay a firm foundation with the bricks others have thrown at him.
David Brinkley

Jack Blanton of JBND Taxbooks spke of the things one may need to start a new business.  he covered a checklist of ten things one may need to know and do to have a business up and moving. Number One: get an acccountant!  Jacks specialty is helping business owners know their tax advantages.  He specializes in advising new businesses and will also review your current tax statements and see where there may be improvements.

Dieter Enz of SLCI, is a professional painting consultant, and a color specialist. He presented a wonderful slide show of a few of his jobs outlining just what he does. Before and after pictures showed us the importance of maintaining a home with proper care, and enhancing the curb appeal and wellness of your house.  He is also a  licensed EPA professional who is certified for lead removal and consultant to make your home safer and beautiful.

Quote for the week: Seventy percent of success in life is showing up." Woody Allen

Spring is defintiely in the air and the excitement for the Flyers seventh game had all members in a great mood!  The weather is delightful and business is good!

Our speakers were Bridget Hanley of Little Conestoga picture Framing, and Dr Dan Wilson, Chiropractor.

Bridget Hanley, Little Conestoga Picture Framing, spoke about her beginnings in the industry and how the Three C's to her success help her to achieve.  Creativity is being focused on presenting each piece of art as a single statement to her client, and bringing out the best in colors and design,it's about being different.  Sports memorabilia, and heirloom Preservation are her specialties. Customers:  repeat clients are the mainstay of the framing business.  One clients easy, but having them come back keeps the standards up.  Consistency: providng the same professional service her clients can count on every time.

Dr. Dan Wilson of Fieldhouse Wellness has a long list of credentials that qualify him as an expert in the wellness field.   Chiropractic care is not about maintaining the pain after the fact, but is an essential component to include in anyones wellness journey. A very interesting talk about how our spinal cord sends messages to the brain, and any block in the communication can be helped with realignment, and the paths of communication between the brain and nerves can be opened. Dr Dan lists the Flyers, Philadelphia Soul and The Eagles as clients in his practice.

During our reports phase of the meeting, many members announce opportunties to network and socailize outside the confines of the meeting room.  There are many ways to meet new people and make new friends.

Quote for the week: "Success comes before work only in the dictionary." Anonymous

Bridget Hanley, Little Conestoga Picture Framing relayed her experience with her Three C's of  Success so far: Creativitiy, Customers, and Consistency.  Her Creativity far surpasses what one may find at a chain store, and her knowledge of materials and "what to do" is great!.  Then is pours into Customers and repeat business, and finally, Consistency.  Her clients KNOW that they can count on her service and professionalism each time to create a terrific framing piece. Check out www.lcframing.com

Dr Dan Wilson, Chiropractor of Fieldhouse Wellness in the Great Valley Corporate Center is the team Chiropractor for the Philadelphia Soul, and advisor to the Eagles also.  He gave a very interesting and candid talk about how the spine works, and how the brain and nervous system relies on communicating with each other.  His passion about his trade shows.  The body CAN heal itself as long as the whole system operates without interferences, and his specialty is not just about back pain, but maintaining the entire wiring of our bodies. You are in good hands with Dr Dan!

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Our second speaker is our newest Member Andy Desiderio, of Hope and Anchor Cabinetmaking.  A craftsman and very talented artist and visionary, he can draw, plan and execute his projects start to finish.  A slide show of one of most challenging basement remodels revealed his acute creativity in creating a custom bar, wine fridge, trim work, and being able to accomodate the client puts him in his own class. The name of his company comes from an interesting source, that of Hebrew 6:19 We have this hope as an anchor for the soul, firm and secure.

The Top Tipper for the Month of April was Bridget Hanley, Little Conestoga Picture Framing with 9 passed tips.  Congratulations!

Quote for the week:

"When a man is willing and eager, the gods join in." Aeschylus

We welcome our newest member, Steve O'Neal, of O'Neal Drywall and Construction, official drywall installer.  Glad to have you in the group Steve!

Our speakers were Lynnette Suzadeil of National Penn Bank, and George Scherbak of Harvey Insurance.  Lynnette spoke of what can be easy leads for her at Nation Penn Bank: anyone who may be saving for a down payment for a house, car or vacation, anyone with children, or a non-profit organization.  She also mentioned that National Penn Bank does NOT have a surcharge for use of a debit card at another terminal other than theirs.  This is a huge revelation for those who use debit cards, and a big plus to use NPB for your banking needs.

George Scherbak, of Harvey Insurance, and our groups Mentoring Chairman, took the time to educate the group about the power of tips. How to be a good marketer and how to generate leads. TELL people what you do, find out what they do, and think about the other members in the group.  Get into organizations such as committees, boards and network events.  This is a huge advantage to broaden your businesses and develop power partners.  Through other sources like social clubs, church, country clubs or the gym can get  others comfortable with you and they become trumpeters for your business. Its all good, and George had some great tips!

Quote for the week:

Don't limit investing to the financial world. Invest something of yourself, and you will be richly rewarded."
-- Charles Schwab

Record breaking temperatures did not stop the hot tips, cool talks, and warm welcome for our guests!

Dan Wilson of Fieldhouse Wellness gave a very informative talk about the Effects of Stress on our bodies. Chronic disease is caused by stress.  Dr Dan helps to remove the interferences that stress puts on our nervous systems, and his goal is to maintain optimum health and function.

Gary Siano, Guided Wealth Management, doesn't predict the future.  He Prepares you for the future. Trends from the past can help reflect the future, and Gary's goal is to help you stretch your investments thru your retirement years.  Call Gary and ask how the potato chip industry (a comical example of wealth prediction Gary used) can reflect your future wealth.

Quote for the week: "History has demonstrated that the most notable winners usually encountered heartbreaking obstacles before they triumphed. They won because they refused to become discouraged by their defeats." Bertie C. Forbes

What a gorgeous summer morning and 100% attendance from all members, for a great day of networking!

Speakers:

Jack Blanton of JBND Tax Books walked us through his version of a very easy format for filing taxes. Jack makes paying your taxes completely painless.  He took us through three scenarios of those who have W-2 forms, 1099's, and an S-corp. Whenever one talks about money and taxes, the audience is captivated.  Jack's knowledge shines through, and proves that JBND Tax Books is the company to have your back for filing income taxes.

Sue Bullock of Tuttle Marketing Services took us through a "typical " day and how many imprinted products one uses for everything in life! A refreshing, enthusiastic demonstration of some of the new products out there proves that branding yourself, and using marketing products can keep your name in the lives of your clients.

Our Lunch Bunch takes a new turn, as we are gathering at Fieldhouse Wellness, hosted by Dan Wilson, Doctor of Chiropractic.  June 23 from 3-7 pm,. We are honored to be invited to the Open  House and see what Fieldhouse Wellness is all about. Lunch Bunch is an informal gathering of the group in a casual setting, meeting with our sales force in a friendly atmosphere. Its a great way to get to know your members!

Quote for the Week:  "He should sweep streets so well that all the host of heaven and earth will pause to say, 'Here lives a great street-sweeper who did his job well'" Martin Luther King Jr.

Even though the Major League Baseball took a break, there is no break for the All Stars of Letip CCE. Our sales force keeps batting 1000!!!

Our first speaker was Dieter Enz, professional painter of SCLI, and spoke of the importance of power washing your exteriors of home and busines to gain maximum improvement of the looks of your property.  A wonderful slide show revealed before and after examples of how power washing can extend the life of your homes, decks, and businesses. Dieter uses "green" products to insure the washing will last through the whole season.  Nice work, Dieter!

Scott Brown, of James Brown Heating and Plumbing has gone High Tech.  By taking his Ipad on site he can calculate, measure and deliver a proposal that allows the client to get information instantly.  His operating cost calculator can show the client annual savings when applying energy saving heating and air conditioning units to their homes.  He can also download a tax credit program and show the client exactly what they can apply to their tax deductions.You can't get more efficient than that! Great idea, Scott!

Each week, Letip Offers "Survivor Tips in our Economy" to  motivate our members to think positively through a tough economy.  Consciously choosing a positive action every day will move your business forward and the rewards reaped are infinite.

We also have a radio celebrity in our midst.  James Hope, Gateway Mortgage hosts a radio information show on 990 AM on Sundays at 11 A.M.  Tune in for "Hope Matters".

Quote of the Week  "A leader, once convinced that a particular course of action is the right one, must be undaunted when the going gets tough."Ronald Reagan

Our President Greg Cazillo and Vice President Scott Brown were away on vacation. But when the cats are away the mice still show up for great networking!

Our first speaker was Andy Desiderio of Hook and Anchor Custom Woodworking.  Certainly the most talented member we have, he took us through a slide show of some of his projects. From the drawing table to fnished product, Andy is the whole deal! Custom bars, cabinets fit to size, even odd placed and sized, and even designing a beauty salon complete with custom functional drawers like a lipstick drawer to organize all things girly!

Jack Blanton from JBND Tax Books told an amusing and effective fable of how our tax system works, starting out  with "ten men go into a bar to buy a beer....".  Within 5 minutes we all had a terrific grasp of how it all works. Check out their website and sign up for their tax newsletter to stay on top of your business taxes.

Quote for the week:

"Ability is what you're capable of doing. Motivation determines what you do. Attitude determines how well you do it." 
Lou Holtz

As the days of summer close, the heat is still on for tips here at LeTip!

Speakers were Scott Darling, Remax, and Craig Constable, Mass Mutual.

Scott walked us through the steps to being a good buyer.  its very easy, when Scott takes care of all the details. #1, pick a house. #2 Let Scott do the rest. It is a very simple process when he is your realtor.  And #3 Bring your checkbook, be ready to buy, because Scott does his research and you will most likely find a house and make an offer within four tries.

Craig Constable, of Mass Mutual knows that we all have elderly parents, and will become elderly ourselves.  Considering Long Term Care not for just nursing care in the future, but the flexibility to be used for home care also.  this is great for those who care for  an elderly parent at home. Planning for the future maked living in the present more enjoyable.

While several categories are open in LeTip, the most sought after  one is presently a banker.  Consider your banker to join and open up a whole new sales force.

Quote for the week: "A man without a smiling face must not open a shop." Chinese Proverb

The first morning ever to have very cool weather, but the tips are warm here at Letip CCE!

Our first speaker was Dieter Enz, SCLI Painting. He is a scientist of color. A slide show of some of his work proves that he knows what color to use and where.  he is very conscience of the clients tastes and knows what color paint to use to enhance the mood and living style of his environments. Using color in office settings to boost productivity in the workplace, knowing what colors are livable, and as an artist of color,  he creates his own colors from scratch. Get Dieterized! Dieter Enz is a pro in his field.

Mike Dunn, Preservation Tree Company, is one of our newest members.  He also presented a slide show of some of his work.  His philosophy of his company shadows the experience he had learning from European tree professionals.  Each member of his company is completely involved and know where and and what the process is.  Mikes Organic Health Care System recirculates the cycle of nature and the forest.  Mike's "green" passion shows in his work and trees love him!

Weds eve, The LeTip CCE relaxed at  the John H Ansley Photography Studio with a modified version of "Lunch Bunch", an informal gathering of members and their spouses.  It was a wonderful  evening Enjoying the garden of the Ansley Studio in beautiful weather.

Quote of the week:
"If you want happiness for an hour - take a nap.
If you want happiness for a day - go fishing.
If you want happiness for a year---inherit a fortune.
If you want happiness for a lifetime - help someone else."
Chinese Proverb

Sad, but true, summer has ended.  But it is a new beginning to kick off business, and get a lot of work done. Fall is a great time to restart your business with LeTip!

We were honored to have Martin Ritter speak about Martin Ritter Construction, the groups contractor.  He enjoys the large remodel construction jobs, but the smaller work keeps him humble, and his experience grows. From installing cabinetry, to mason work, restoration and design, and all that is in between, shows Martins versatile talents.  There isn't much he can't handle!

Jack Ansley, of John H Ansley Portrait Studios in Devon, joined with his father in 1972.  He began photographing the crew teams on the Schylkill River and from there, it's been forty years of pure talent!  Evolving into the digital age, printing and now specializing in photo restoration work, along with his talents photographing landscapes ( over 5000 images in his files) and portraiture.  Taking your images and putting them on a banner is his newest venture! What a great idea for your business, family reunion, and general advertising!

Quote for the week:

"Make the most of yourself, for that is all there is of you.

"Ralph Waldo Emerson

If you are crunching your advertising dollars and still trying to reach your clients , and gain new ones, Sue Bullock, of Tuttle Marketing has a great suggestion.  She presented a comparison of what $100 would get you at Tuttle Marketing. Consider 12 T shirts with your name and logo, 250 pens, 15 travel mugs, 35 lunch totes, 30 grocery totes, or even 70 beach balls.  That is a LOT of people seeing your name every day on every kind of product they may use.  Sue's incredible creativity will put your name out there and get you noticed!

Greg Cazillo, our illustrious President, and owner of Cazillo website design, spoke about the ease of managing ones own website.  This has an advantage of putting up information immediately and get to your clients faster.  Tips on how to increase flow to your site through links, content, and blogs, puts you on the top of the search engines.

One of the best advantages of LeTip Chester County East is the exchange of ideas to get to your clients in many different ways.  Every member has a suggestion and tip to grow your business in every which way!

Quote for the week:

One good customer well taken care of could be more valuable than $10,000 worth of advertising. 
Jim Rohn

11/1/11.  A lot of ones in todays date, but the best "ones" are the dollars in our pockets!  A new location for our member to try, as we transition into a new meeting place.

Our first speaker was Dieter Enz, SLCI Painting.  His examples of photographs of projects shows how he can recesitate  old projects into  new, fresh looking ones! An ideal job to him has no definiton as he plans well, knows exactly what the client is expecting, and as always does a good job!

Bridget Hanley of Little Conestoga Picture Framing talked about how her studio competes with the convenient but maybe not so dedicated big box stores.  With P-E-T-E, she has  Personal interrest in her clients, Educates them, is very Talented to be able to offer more creativity, and Experience.  She claims: "Try P-E-T-E, and you may not ever go back to Michaels"

December 6, 2012 will be the date for our business mixer, and open morning expo to showcase our members and also new businesses, who are welcomed to come and see what we are all about.  Everyone is welcomed.

Quote for the day:

"You have to perform at a consistently higher level than others. That's the mark of a true professional." Joe Paterno

LeTip Chester County East treated themselves to a wonderful presentation from Motivational Speaker Eric Swanson of Universal Seminars. Taking a break from the usual meeting format, LeTip was refreshed with some new ideas about business, customer service, and what it takes to become more successful.  Eager to start new habits and look into one's self for improvement, Eric gave the group some new ideas, and insightful points to making changes that will improve the quality of one's business life and even personal life.

The importance of asking for referrals from each contact one makes will certainly build good  relationships and increase profitability in our businesses.  Eric outlined five points to a better business, enhancing each one with present life examples.  His positive outlook gave the entire group enthusiasm to try his techniques.

LeTip Chester County East is grateful for his inspiration, and is eager to get out there and become the sales force for each member to succeed.

Quote for the week:

"The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will." Vincent T. Lombardi

Our Speakers:

Martin Ritter, General Contractor gave us an update on some of his most recent projects: a remodel of a basement for office space, overseeing the entire engineering for a geothermal installation in a home, and reframing and redesigning a floor plan.  He is looking for interior projects for the winter, and his sales force will get on it!

George Scherbak, Harvey Insurance, took a delightful change of events and treated  the group to a video of the US National Curling Championships.  Why?  His company insures the ice rink in Aston, Delaware County, and will be holding a premiere event on Feb 11-18th. A very interesting video of Curling, techniques, and strategies, made for a riveted audience learning about something one had no idea about.  Thanks, George!

New members who join LeTip are groomed for their membership with the group offering a courtesy to get them into the swing of things.  December 1, 8, and 15, at the Station Taproom in Downingtown, George Scherbak, Mentoring Chair, will host a casual get together for all new members to answer any questions and go over Letip procedures, suggestions, a hints on tipping an growing a business.

Become a member! By inviting new guests to join in the meetings, they can learn first hand about the benefits of Letip. All guests are welcomed to join us for a delicious breakfast ( the omelettes are outstanding) and to take part in a short commercial about their business, and let the group learn about them. We love to see new faces!

A good member is a great sales force to grow your business.

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Our Second to last meeting of 2011 and we have hit one half MILLION dollars in referrals and tips! Your business could be a part of this!

Our newest member, Susan Salvo, of Art and Architecture, presented a talk of her roots and beginnings.  From a very young child her interest was in building, as she built her own cabin for tea parties and friends. Her credentials are many, one being designing the offices for National Geographic building, the Henrietta Hankin Library and other local and regional works. She also does wonderful architectural renderings, and her  diversive background allows her to design office spaces, additions, malls, residential living spaces and more!

Our other newest member, David Marshall, of ADP Payroll systems, showed us an online program for any small business to track payroll.  His company sets up a program, includes all information that is automatically updated, and includes all information needed for each employee. It is so easy and simple for your payroll, tax updates, 1099's, and their company guarantees delivery of paychecks in 24 hours.

Feb 7 2012 will be the first Business Mixer of the new year.  Anyone is welcomed to showcase their business.  Reserve a table and grow your business!

Quote for the week:

Finish each day and be done with it. You have done what you could. Some blunders and absurdities no doubt crept in; forget them as soon as you can. Tomorrow is a new day; begin it well and serenely and with too high a spirit to be cumbered with your old nonsense." 
-- Ralph Waldo Emerson