A little history behind The Wellness & Networking Event For Women

As I am getting everything in place for my upcoming event: The Wellness & Networking Event For Women, I cannot help, but think of my journey and of where the idea to host this event comes from.

Yes, there are many events out there, the one more spectacular than the other.  But when I got the idea for this event, I asked myself: "How do I make this event one that will speak to the heart of women, of all women, irrespective of race, culture, religion - especially since I do not have the fame-factor that tends to more easily draw people?

I thought of what was important to me, about what I would like to hear when I attend an event.  And I decided to bring a number of experts together, to ensure that my event is able to touch everyone present.  At the end of my event, I want delegates to be able to list a few things that they know more about or understand a little better BECAUSE they attended The Wellness & Networking Event For Women.


My beautiful invitation

Do send me an email if you would like to receive the invitation via email.  

My sponsor

This year I am honoured to have Old Mutual on board as sponsor and Ms. Sylvia Walker, Market Development Manager, who will share some of  her knowledge and expertise around financial matters. 

When I look at the invitation and at all our contributors, I am proud to say that my delegates will be in great company.



My passion for health and well-being
I believe in balance.  As women we may not always get this perfectly right, but trying, is good enough to start with.

I often look back and think about my mother, because this is something that she never experienced.  All the sacrifices that she's made for her children when she was left to raise seven children by herself, after my father left and failed to support us.

Well, I don't know how she did it.  And even though I am grateful that she was my mother, even though I am grateful that she has made all the sacrifices, I wish that she would have done a little more for herself.  But it is too late now.  On 28 March this year, she was gone (had passed on) for 19 years.


You are fabulous, special and worthy With this event, I would like to say to every woman out there, who is still not quite featuring on her list of priorities, that you have to find time to focus on yourself.  
This is the reason why I always sponsor the mid-week break. 

One lucky lady will walk away with this prize - a week (Monday - Friday) at Mabalingwe Nature Reserve in Bella Bella.

Some feedback from the lady who enjoyed the mid-week break after a previous event.  Her colleague was the actual winner, but gave her the prize.  For privacy reasons, I have altered her email address a little.

----- Original Message -----

Fro N T (N.T @absa.co.za)

To: Andeline Williams-Pretorius

Sent: Thursday, September 08, 2011 2:21 PM

Subject: RE: Seasons Eco Golf Estate

"Good Day Andeline.

The holiday was awesome.

The accommodation was really beautiful.

I got some time to relax and refresh, which I really needed.

I received great service from the staff there as well.

All went 100% smoothly.

Thank you

N. T."

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Why do we have an expert at the event, doing blood pressure checks?

I have always been a very healthy person and was blessed with genes that ensured that I never struggled with weight issues.

Yet, at age 33, I was diagnosed with high blood pressure.  I was embarrassed about it and remained "in the closet" about this diagnosis for a long time.

Most women are still struggling with assertiveness.  How often do people step on our toes and we keep quiet, because we do not want to come across as rude?

We tend to turn the other cheek, take a deep breath and often suffer in silence. The worst part is that every little issue that is not dealt with, makes a dent in our overall emotional well-being.  And when we deal with enough issues in this way, there is a good chance that we will end up with some disease. 

Women are often the last to feature on their list of priorities, if at all.  This is also true for health matters. Most women tend to put off those important medical check-ups.  Well, it IS better to know.  It is important that we know our numbers, i.e. blood-pressure, cholesterol and so forth.

I am proud to say that because of The Wellness & Networking Event For Women, we have saved, or at least prolonged quite a few lives over the years.  A number of women, have been diagnosed with sky-high blood pressure, while they had no idea of their condition.  We need to look after ourselves a little better. 

Your number is private

We respect your privacy, therefore you have to volunteer to have your blood-pressure taken.  Rest assured - the medical expert won't blurt out your measurement in front of everyone.

The danger of an inability to let go

Apart from doing everything right, I was diagnosed with this disease because I did not realise the impact that my inability to let go of crippling emotional pain and prolonged anger, had on my health. 

With the diagnosis and the inability to let go, came severe chronic shoulder pain - every day.  My dear husband had to give countless neck and shoulder massages.  I am grateful for his wonderful support. 

The switch to that chemical imbalance (high blood pressure diagnosis)

Looking back, I remember the details about that switch, from being free from high blood pressure to being counted as a sufferer.  I remember what I was thinking, I remember feeling angry. I remember being aware of how my blood pressure increased. I remember the sensation on the top of my head, the sensation of my tongue.  I remember focusing and trying to pull myself away, changing my state and focusing on breathing.  

I managed to do this, but I could not prevent that switch... 

Today, I can't help but wonder whether I was heading for a stroke, if I did not manage to pull myself away in time.  

This is one of the things that I discussed with one of my Psychology professors a few years ago, when I had him review my programme on emotional intelligence: The Art Of Letting Go.  A programme that I developed after my miraculous healing.

Possible future research
I am very interested in finding out (research) what exactly happens with stroke victims, just before their stroke.  Perhaps I could do this research as part of my doctorate studies.
I am interested in finding out more about the sensations that stroke victims experience just before getting a stroke, when the stroke is as a result of holding onto bad anger.

It would also be wonderful to perhaps have an expert determine that I was indeed preventing a stroke that day.  And if it is, perhaps what I have done, could be taught to possible stroke victims - struggling with anger issues.

See, I am very passionate about Psychology and about learning exactly how the mind works and more.

This experience was a profound journey and a wonderful lesson in emotional intelligence.  

I shared a little about my experience (in Rooi Rose, May 2012) and about the powerful vision that I had that finally made me realise that I was going to die prematurely, if I didn't let go.

Long story short...

I eventually managed to tackle the "demons."  I worked through the issues, and managed to let go and forgive.  When I felt that I was eventually free from the pain, I noticed that the chronic pain in my shoulder had disappeared.

Let's appreciate the one body that we have and let's look after it to the best of our ability.

Today, I am looking forward to becoming a Psychologist and to contribute. 

I look after my health, do regular exercise and always take time to breathe.
  

Even though it is not recommended, I have (for personal reasons) decided to chuck the chronic medication out the window. 

PLEASE DO NOT DO THIS!!!  

My advise is that you speak to your medical practitioner and be closely monitored by them and only take such action, under their guidance and with their approval.

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Thank you. I am looking forward to hosting you.

And remember to look after yourself, your health and well-being.

Andeline.

Email: info@andeline.co.za
Mobile: 072 856 0218

CHRISTLEY INTERNATIONAL - Inbound & Outbound Tour Operator

Sometimes we meet people and they make such a wonderful and positive impression on you.  Because of my passion for kindness and empathy (The Empathy Campaign on Facebook), I'm always on the look-out for such individuals - and I always find them.  

We all know what the experts say: "what we focus on, will increase..."

And I guess, by now, a number of people know that I love to promote other (deserving) people.  

I met Shareefa Christley, a few weeks ago, after becoming acquainted on Facebook.  A total stranger to me at the time, I noticed that she was sharing details about my upcoming event and some of my other updates on Facebook, on her page.  And then I had the pleasure of meeting her a few weeks ago.  And the rest, as they say, is history.

Featuring Shareefa's business on my blog, is just my way of saying to her that I appreciate that she shared my wall posts with her contacts and that I would like to do the same for her.  And if more people become aware of her business, that would be enough. But thank you for going one step further, in making contact and make use of their services.  They guarantee service excellence.

CHRISTLEY INTERNATIONAL 

Inbound & Outbound Tour Operator

"For all your Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing and Events, Edutainment, Selftainment & Voluntourism Tour Series, make Christley International your first stop"

Here is more information about what they do: 

“Africa is a place where we share with the People “
Join us in exploring the universe…
You seek adventure, yet serenity… action, yet harmony.
With Christley International we can offer you that … and more.
Allow nature to replenish your soul as you experience the BIG 5 in their tranquil African surrounds.
Christley International will take YOUR dream and tailor make it into an unforgettable adventure."

This is the link to their website:  http://christleyinternational.com/

A WORD FROM SHAREEFA

"My love affair for travel in Africa began in 1965. My Dad was an explorer. He travelled through the most remote places and jungles on his intrepid journeys through Mozambique and surrounding  northern countries.

From childhood, I  have appreciated different cultures, an attitude encouraged by my father, who spoke as he was inspired through our travels to foreign lands.

I fell irretrievably in love with the people, culture and landscapes along my journeys of new discoveries.

During the remote explorations I was bitten by bugs, mosquito’s, seen indigenous snakes, danger encounters with crocodiles, hippos and sharks… believe it or not but I was continuously humbled by the generosity of the local tribes as they took us into their shelters.

I was locked in a long relationship with this mother continent ever since. I am blessed by the best camera in the world which was one’s eyes. The most beautiful photos were my memories.

Over the last decade after earning enough of Bush and Taxi Miles figuring where to go next, a love affair was born."

HUSBAND & WIFE TEAM

"Christley International was founded by Raymond & Shareefa Christley in 2010. Shareefa has a long history of awarded services in the Leisure, Travel and Tourism Industry driven by her passion.

Ray and Shareefa has combined their passion for travel, culture and connecting with people in distant lands.

Christley International now links up to the worlds biggest and leading hospitality group holdings bringing you the very best in tailor made packages on Leisure and Adventure Travel.  Christley International’s Company as a whole is focused on inbound and outbound travel pioneering and promoting new travel experiences and knowledge for tourism around the globe.

About CICThe company is run & managed by a team of qualified professionals having years of experience in ground handling tourist from all around the world. At CIC you will find all the relevant information that relates to anything and everything one needs to know about travel whether it be regarding a country, culture, diversity or heritage we bring  you the very best. CIC has it all under one umbrella.

Our Vision & Mission:
Delighting our guests is the prime mission for CIC as a company. We strive on providing you with the best quality in terms of service delivery adding value as we take you “our guests” to the next level where we go BEYOND borders.

Christley International prides itself on maintaining its role throughout the tourism industry. We constantly evolve our offerings to ensure that we remain one step ahead whilst working alongside to maximize our growth as a whole.

We explore new destinations bringing you all the very best to suit your specific type of travel requirements. We tap into the niche markets where we take pride to market what is driven by the guest’s requirements.  We specialize in FIT and VIP Leisure Travel, Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing and Events.

We focus on, Leadership through development, service, partnership, innovation, adaptability, sustainability and we support associated social responsible projects like ( “The Foundation of Love” ) .

This is achieved by constant training, developing, establishing and building strong relationships with our preferred trade partners as we offer the best travel vacations for diverse cultures."

For any enquiries about their services, contact Shareefa Christley.  

"CHRISTLEY INTERNATIONAL (Proprietor: CHRISTLEY INTERNATIONAL COACH CC)

| Inbound and Outbound Tour Operator / DMC I Johannesburg | South Africa | shareefa@christleyinternational.com | T +27 82 773 7188 | F +27 86 699 9559 | M +27 84 663 7188 | The World | http://www.christleyinternational.com

For all your Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing and Events, Edutainment, Selftainment & Voluntourism Tour Series, make Christley International your first stop"

The Magical Creaclip tool & dvd - up for grabs at The Wellness & Networking Event For Women

One lucky delegate at the Wellness & Networking Event For Women, will walk away with the magical Creaclip tool and instruction dvd, on "how to cut your own hair in the comfort of your home."  
(See below for details about the event, the mid-week break up for grabs, one year subscription to Fabulous Women magazine. You can also view previous blog entries).


More about Creaclip

"Creaclip South Africa -  Giving you value for years to come.

Now you can cut your own hair at home without guessing whether your cut is

precise and accurate; and you are free to alter it whenever you want to, in the 

comfort of your home. And best of all, it won’t cost you a thing.   

Creaclip is perfect for cutting hair extentions too.  See below for images and 

for the link to video reviews.

With nothing more than the 
Creaclip, a pair of scissors and the required faith in your own hair cutting abilities, you can create unlimited hairstyles in the convenience of your own home while saving time & money.

It allows people who live on a month to month budget to have great looking hair without the added cost of grooming expenses.

It’s also perfect for people who are not physically able to go to a salon or for people who have trouble getting to the salons, because the nearest one is miles away.  Creaclip is also perfect if you have to cut your children's hair, if you need a trim or maintenance between cuts, or if you want to create your own customized style.

With the CreaClip, anyone can use it to cut anyone's hair.

Sometimes we just need that special mother daughter quality time activity, and what can bond girls better than doing a little TLC on each other's hair?

Self-sufficiency is important in many ways to many people in good times but especially in bad times.  By using Creaclip, you can save money, but you can also make money, by cutting other people's hair. 

If we can teach ourselves to bake bread, sew our own clothes, and grow our own food, than we can learn the skill of haircutting.

Creaclip will give you the courage and confidence, to creatively and safely experiment.

And once your family and friends see that you know how to cut hair, they will be asking for a haircut too.

Learn simple steps and techniques required to cut hair like a professional in the convenience of your own home, regardless of your level of experience.

With the proper tools and instructions,

What we hope to achieve is for women/men all over the country to realize how financially beneficial the Clips can be. It enables them to go for longer amounts of time without visiting a stylist, which could lead them saving hundreds of rand’s a year on grooming expenses.

With the product being so easy and reliable, we hope that it appeals to people of all ages and in all income groups.

It’s not enough that we build products that function, that are understandable and usable, we also need to build products that are bring joy and excitement, pleasure and fun, and yes beauty to people’s lives.

Beauty can be accentuated with creativity.

A good user experience is unobtrusive and transparent to the consumer because 'it just works.'"

Creaclips are perfect for cutting hair extentions too.

You can cut a whole new style into your wig,weave or hair extentions from scratch.  See this link for video review: http://www.creaclip.co.za/video-reviews/

Creaclip Customer Video Reviews | Creaclip South Africa

www.creaclip.co.za

Customer Video

About the creator

"Creaclip was invented by a professional hairstylist who has over 15 years experience in the hair and beauty industry.

She wanted to help her clients keep their hair looking fantastic between visits and invented a tool to allow them to evenly trim their fringes, cut precise layers, and get rid of split ends simply at home that is less expensive.

She has advanced training with well known top Academies under Vidal Sassoon, Toni & Guy, Sebastian and Wella.

With nothing more than the Creaclips, a pair of scissors and the required faith in your own hair cutting abilities, you can create unlimited hairstyles in the convenience of your own home while saving time & money. And once your family and friends see that you know how to cut hair they will be asking for a haircut too.

Cut straight bangs, side swept bangs, angled bangs, precise layers, blunt cuts, a-line bobs, shoulder length bobs, curved-shaped, straight across, or even V-Shaped Cuts.

Most hairdressers will trim bangs for free, but if you don’t have time for a trip to the hair salon, Creaclip can be the solution for you."

Exclusive Distributor in South Africa - Anasphia Uys

For more information about Creaclip, contact Anasphia 

www.creaclip.co.za

You can also visit their Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/creaclipsa

Company Registration 2011/056218/23

100% Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Fax:  086 586 5461

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About The Wellness & Networking Event For Women

Focusing on all aspects of women's well-being.

Date:      16 October 2012

Venue:   Alice Art Gallery, Dryf Street, Ruimsig, Roodepoort.

Time:     10h00 - 14h00

Cost:      R250, 00 (early bird special)

Email of Fax your proof of payment to: info@andeline.co.za  

Fax: 086 546 9069.

You pay R350, 00 when you book from 01 October 2012.

Delegates are treated to goodies, delicious treats, networking opportunities, listen to informative and educational talks by experts in their respective fields and stand to win great prizes - including: 

A mid-week break at the beautiful Mabalingwe Nature Reserve in Bella Bella.

And a one-year subscription to Fabulous Woman magazine.

Contact Andeline with any enquiries:

info@andeline.co.za

Mobile: 072 856 0218 

Thank you.  I am looking forward to hosting you.

Andeline Williams-Pretorius

CEO, Andeline's Motivational Training

Nominated in the ROCCI - Business of the year awards, 2012.

Life Coach for Kuier Magazine

Speaker / Trainer / Author / Consultant

Regular Expert on Empathy & Relationships on Afrikaans radio station: RSG.

PR Consultant

Mobile: 072 856 0218

Http://www.andeline.co.za

http://za.linkedin.com/in/andelinewilliamspretorius

https://twitter.com/andelinewp

https://www.facebook.com/andelinewilliamspretorius

To hug or not to hug... This morning on RSG, during my regular Empathy slot

Every Tuesday, between 09h00 & 10h00, we get into the shoes of others.

Join me this morning, as I focus on another enquiry from a listener who is concerned about the rules around hugging.  "RSG - Dis die een."

She mentioned that she is generally friendly and that she loves people, but that she doesn't like it when people want to hug her.

What are your rules around hugging? Do you like to give or receive hugs?

Image - free hugs campaign

   

When it comes to empathy and our relationships with other people, it is important that we are aware that people are different and that they have likes and dislikes. And when we would like others to respect our differences, likes and dislikes, we have to be willing to grant them the same.

This is obviously not always the case, because all too often, we find that people have a different perspective and they do not know how to communicate that. They are afraid that they will hurt someone else's feelings.

Respect and empathy

Very often we see that people do not voice their opinion, because they are afraid of offending the other person. But in keeping quiet, we are actually sacrificing our right to be happy and free.

Wearing a t-shirt with the words: Please do not hug me or putting a note on your office door, would be a bit extreme. It may be a solution when you have tried everything else.

There is no better substitute for open, honest and respectful communication. Why not create an environment at home, at your work place or in your family set-up, where you can talk and share about these and other issues. When we are willing to voice our opinion, with respect and empathy and without deliberately hurting the other person, then we should do so. This could lead to better communication and better relationships.

If you do not like to give or receive hugs, be honest and tell the person who wants to hug you. If you can relate a story about what has brought on your objection to hugging, it is even better.

Creatively get out of a hug. When you see it coming, hold out your hand for a handshake instead.

Another option, is to pretend to not see that the person wants to hug you, to briefly look away and when you look back in their direction, to then hold out your hand for a handshake.

Etiquette

Hugs are more common these days and we often see that they are not necessarily only reserved for family members. Friends, acquaintances and even strangers hug each other.

Some people who do not like hugging, object for various reasons. These may include: hygienic reasons, a previous bad encounter where they encountered bad body odour, cultural or religious reasons, or some may feel uncomfortable with having another person in their personal space.

Whether we like hugging or not, it is important to realise that for everything that we like or approve of, that there is someone out there who dislikes or disapprove of our preference. When in doubt, educate yourself by speaking to people and finding out.

With social media, we often start talking to strangers who are our “friends” in cyberspace. It can be awkward when we get to meet some of these “friends”. Do you hug them or not?

Some people love hugs and will hug everybody. For others, hugging is reserved to family and close friends.

Friends and close relatives

Most people would say that it is appropriate to hug them. In some case there has to be an agreement that it is okay, because some people also object to hugs from relatives.

Acquaintances

Some people are very close with their acquaintances, because they work together and often spend a lot of time together, outside of working hours.

When both parties are comfortable, I guess that it is okay to hug.

The opposite sex

This can be a tricky one if you don't know the rules and like to hug people. Unless it is a really good or close friend, you have to take time to find out whether it is okay to hug them. They may have a girlfriend or spouse who do not like them to be hugged by someone from the opposite sex, more so when it is an attractive someone.

Be careful, because hugging in this instance can be seen as inappropriate and you do not want a sexual harassment case filed against you. Know the rules and boundaries.

When we consider respect and empathy, we can't go wrong. Be willing to walk in the shoes of others and see things from their perspective. And if you are not sure about what the right or appropriate thing is, ask.

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What is your empathy or relationship challenge?

Send a text message to 33343 (R1, 50) or an email to brinkm@rsg.co.za to let us know. I might be focusing on your challenge next time.  

You can stay anonymous.

Thank you for your participation.  We appreciate it.

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A copy of my book, up for grabs!!!

"Like" the page of The Empathy Campaign on facebook, by Friday midday (28 September 2012), send and email to info@andeline.co.za to let me know that you have "liked" the page.  

http://www.facebook.com/empathycampaignsa 

You could be the winner of: In Mekaar Se Skoene.

You are welcome to post words of wisdom about empathy on the page.

If you would like to order your copy, you can contact me, by sending an email to info@andeline.co.za  I'll email you the banking details for payment.  As soon as I receive your payment, I'll mail your copy.  R159,00 + R24,00 postage.

Thank you.

In mekaar se Skoene, has been described as "one of those books that needs to be on the bookshelf of every South African household."

Do connect with me on Facebook, Twitter and Linkedin.

See previous blog entries about my upcoming event: The Wellness & Networking Event For Women, to be hosted on 16 October 2012, at the beautiful Alice Art in Ruimsig.

Should you require more information about the event, do contact me.  I will upload the invitation shortly.

Thank you and have a blessed day.

Geniet Braaidag, hou matigheid voor oë en ry veilig. 

Andeline Williams-Pretorius 

CEO, Andeline's Motivational Training

Mobile: 072 856 0218

Nominated in the ROCCI - Business of the year awards, 2012.

Andeline is Resident Life Coach & Columnist at Kuier Magazine. 

PR Consultant; Inspirational Speaker & Trainer

Empathy & Relationship Expert on Afrikaans radio station: RSG.

Recognised by African Innovations as one of South Africa's Most Inspirational Women

Their glossy page coffee table book, featuring Andeline and 29 others (including industry leaders), coming soon.

Http://www.andeline.co.za

http://za.linkedin.com/in/andelinewilliamspretorius

https://twitter.com/andelinewp

https://www.facebook.com/andelinewilliamspretorius

Our Fitness Expert - The Wellness & Networking Event For Women

I am delighted to introduce the Fitness Expert, to speak at The Wellness & Networking Event For Women to be hosted on 16 October 2012, at the beautiful Alice Art in Ruimsig, Roodepoort.  

Apart from sharing a few words of wisdom on fitness, she will also guide delegates through valuable relaxation- and tension-relieving techniques, while they remain seated.

She is Mali (Maleburu) Ramara, founder of Bophelo ke Matla Fitness Education and Training (a subunit of Bophelo ke Matla fitness and Wellness consulting).

Mali was a guest at a previous wellness and networking event.  We connected, stayed in touch and as they say: "the rest is history."

More information about her:
Mali is extremely passionate about the fitness industry.  She says that there is a huge need to also empower people from disadvantaged communities to follow  careers and pursue entrepreneurial opportunities in the Fitness, Wellness and Sports industry.  

Her list of titles include: 

_{Fitness consultant, Wellness service provider and Workplace fitness trainer.  She also provides training to those who are interested in following a career in fitness.}  

Mali's expertise

_{She has more than 14 years experience and expertise in the fitness and wellness industry. She holds various qualifications from BA Economics and Sociology (Wits), Honours in Sociology ( RAU), National Certificate and Diploma in Personal Fitness training ( HFPA) Diploma in Group Fitness training (HFPA), Diploma in CYQ Lifelong Learning teaching ( HFPA/UK), Trauma Support ( EMC) and Toast Master Competent communicator.}

A word on Fitness

"There is an avalanche of conflicting and confusing information on fitness, nutrition and fitness gadgets "that will supposedly chisel your body into that of a model. 

The truth of the matter is that such information is not new, well the gadgets are. But the information has been rammed up into our brains by our grandmothers for ages: 

“eat your vegetables”, 

"do not eat too fast - what are you in a hurry for?”,

"run to the shop quickly” and 

"be back here, pronto”. 

This means that eating vegetables and other healthy foods, eating them slowly as well as doing some physical activity, like running, are beneficial for our overall health, fitness and well-being.

But now the question we all need to ask ourselves is, "why are chronic illnesses escalating, regardless of all the abundant knowledge that we have?"

My answer has always been this.  Most of us are unable to manage our emotional- and mental well-being. Healthy eating and a tailor-made exercise programme,will only take you so far.

To consciously commit to a 10-30 minutes daily exercise routine, eat in moderation, regardless of what is going on in our lives and no matter where we are, requires a strong sense of self-management.  This include a strong sense of emotional- and mental well-being management.

_{Know and celebrate yourself, your strengths, know your weaknesses, your spoilers, the things that sabotage you and commit to a healthy you."}

For more information on Mali's Fitness Education and Training courses, you can visit her website: Http://www.bophelofitness.co.za

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See below for a snippet of our beautiful venue: Alice Art Gallery.

The Wellness & Networking Event For Women will be hosted on Tuesday, 16 October 2012 at the beautiful Alice Art Gallery in Ruimsig.

Cost: R250, 00 per delegate (Early bird special).  

You pay R350, 00 when you book from 01 October 2012.

Banking details: Andeline's Motivational Training, ABSA, Menlyn, Acc. No. 4061007354, Branch code: 632005.

For more information about the event, our speakers and prizes up for grabs, see blog entries on the right or contact Andeline.

info@andeline.co.za

Mobile: 072 856 0218

Andeline Williams-Pretorius - PR Consultant

I would like to officially introduce myself to you as PR Consultant.  Since I started to present my programme on Expert Positioning, titled: Grow Your Personal Brand Or Business By Getting Great Publicity, in February this year, I had no idea that things would escalate to where they are now.

Click this link or copy into your browser, to read my article about what I focus on when presenting my public seminar.  The good news is that I am adding even more options, to ensure that I give you the best I can.  http://ezinearticles.com/?Nine-Options-To-Grow-Your-Personal-Brand-or-Business-By-Getting-Great-Publicity&id=7203618

One thing that nobody can argue with, is the fact that it is very important today for everybody in business, to know how to sell ourselves, how to sell more and how to position ourselves in such a way that we are able to stand out from the crowd.  


Who should participate in my programme
I recommend my programme to every small business owner, every individual or professional who would like to position themselves as an expert in their field AND to every new graduate.  Too many new graduates are struggling to find employment in the field of their particular qualification.  It is sad to see that some even become domestic workers, while waiting for that illusive dream job. We also have the reality of affirmative action, but a go-getting attitude, nobody would be able to ignore you.

It is important that we know how to re-invent ourselves.  It is important to know how else you can survive when economic- or employment conditions are not in our favour.


Constant improvement After every public seminar that I hosted so far, I asked myself: "How do I do better next time?"  This made me take time to evaluate and improve where necessary.

I like this quote by Richard Branson, where he says that "what he knows about business, he didn't learn in business school."  In fact, he didn't go to business school.

I can relate to that, because with so many things that I have mastered in my life, I have done so by trial and error, getting up after every fall, trying again, getting it wrong and then eventually getting it right.  The same goes for this programme and for my other programmes.  

I started to develop training programmes, after overcoming severe low self-esteem.  I started working with school learners and with in-mates.  This made me realise that what I was doing, could be better.

I received great feedback for my work from professionals, but also encountered those who asked: "How dare you know how to do this when you do not have a qualification in Social work or Psychology?"  
Those were tough times, but I quietly continued.  I later decided to study, because of my passion for the helping profession and to minimise such questions.  I graduated on 23 April this year. It was a big moment for me.

There were also positive encouragement.  I remember that I was in my 2nd. year of studying, when I discussed the detail of my programme: The Art Of Letting Go of emotional pain and prolonged anger, with one of my Psychology Professors.  

He said to me: 
"Andeline, you are extremely talented - to experience the severe pain you've experienced, to find a way to work through it and to then create a programme that you present and guide others through..."  

And today I dream of one day contribution to Psychology, like the Sigmund Freud's, the Ivan Pavlov's and the Skinner's of the past.

My journey with the media started in my hometown: George.  My passion has always been to do upliftment work.  I started out, not doing it to get publicity, but soon the local newspaper caught on.  And I managed to get wonderful publicity almost every other week.

Later when my husband and I moved to Gauteng, I was afraid of the big city.  I remember that before we moved, one of my friend's who was still trying to convince me that moving to Gauteng, was a bad idea, said to me: "Andeline, you have done and accomplished so much here in George, and now you are giving all that up to just be nothing in Gauteng, having to start all over."

I said to her: "Well, I am afraid, but maybe I could grow even more in Gauteng."

Deciding to take the plunge and putting myself out there, was a powerful lesson and experience in Emotional Intelligence, all on it's own. 

And by the grace of God, with perseverance and hard work, things started to happen.


A blessing to be Kuier Coach

Today I am very proud of being known as resident Life Coach for Kuier Magazine...

Let me know what challenges you are struggling with and I may be focusing on your challenge next time.  Send a text message: "Kuier Coach and your suggestion to 32113 or send and email to Kuier@Kuierinstyl.co.za with Kuier Coach in the subject line.  Text messages are charged at R1, 00 per message.

A blessing to be Empathy and Relationship Expert on RSG, every Tuesday, somewhere between 09h00 & 10h00.  This came as a result of my book on Empathy: In Mekaar Se Skoene, that was published by Naledi.

Get your copy for only R159, 00 + postage.  Contact me for more information: info@andeline.co.za  or on my mobile: 072 856 0218.

You can also let us know what your empathy or relationship challenge is and I may focus on your challenge next time.

Areas include: better communication, tolerance, relationships in the work place, in-laws, siblings, etc. 

Send a text message to the studio on week days, between 09h00 & 12h00 - to 33343.  Text messages are charged at R1, 50 per text message.  You can also send an email to brinkm@sabc.co.za  

A blessing to have been on SAFM a number of times.

As a PR Consultant, I often look back at my journey and see that I got to where I am with kindness, by treating people with respect and dignity - in the way that I would like to be treated.  This is the number one thing that I can point out.

So, if you would like me to become your PR consultant or manager, I am going to ask you to respect my contacts in the media.

I have a few rules that you would need to abide by.  These include:

1. Respect, Respect, Respect.

2. NEVER think you have arrived and give journalists the run around.  They won't be impressed and won't be eager to have you back, and I'm going to be embarrassed about that.

3. The only time to make contact with the journalist, producer, presenter or editor after I have introduced you, is when they make contact with you.

4.  DO NOT share the contact details of the journalist, producer, presenter or editor with all your friends or contacts.

If you do, I won't be very happy and maybe I'll also say goodbye to you.


There are more rules; some I decided on after things happened, therefore I now have a contract that you have to sign to confirm that you'll abide by my rules.  These rules are basically just about common courtesy, nothing too serious, but we have to start off on the right foot.  

I think that you'll understand and agree that I cannot allow my relationship with the media to be damaged, because of something someone else does.


MY CURRENT FEE STRUCTURE FOR INDIVIDUALS  

Please note: Prices are subject to increase without prior notification.

Putting together a proposal takes a lot of time and thinking, because I have too see what you are about, unravel you and then come up with the best way in which to "sell" you.  I also focus on how you should prepare to make sure that you are doing your best during your interview.

This is basically what you are paying for.

MY fee is R3000, 00.  

You pay a deposit of R500, 00.  

For this deposit, you receive my training manual with valuable information that will guide you on your journey: Grow Your Personal Brand or Business By Getting Great Publicity.  This will be mailed to you.

The balance is payable, after your interview or publicity received in the printed media.

If interested, send me an email to: info@andeline.co.za  

I'll respond by sending you the contract with terms and conditions that you are required to sign, fax or email back to me, before I start working with you.


A FEW SUCCESS STORIES
1. I secured an interview on SAFM for three clients. One interview was done in March, the other last week.  The next interview will be done in October.

2. I secured an hour long interview for a client on RSG, that will take place on 02 October 2012.  More details about the interview to follow shortly.  This client is also the one who asked me to represent him as a Speaker.  

3. I secured a magazine profile (in Get It magazine) for a client in the August issue of this year.


MORE PUBLICITY

See below for a snippet of more of the publicity that I was blessed with.  Rooi Rose, May 2010.

AN ARTICLE THAT I WROTE FOR BY, (Beeld) - January 2011

ROODEPOORT NORTHSIDER  - 08 July 2011.  This newspaper has been very good to me.

LIG Magazine, July 2012 (I contributed my expert opinion)

VROUE KEUR, 22 June 2012 (I contributed my expert opinion)

A PROMINENT PSYCHOLOGIST:  DR. Hermann Liebenberg, refers to my book on Empathy (inside the yellow circle), in his regular column in Vrouekeur magazine, 24 February 2012.   

Indeed a huge compliment and honour.  Thank you, Dr. Liebenberg.

Contact me if you have any enquiries: 

Andeline Williams-Pretorius

Email: info@andeline.co.za  OR on my Mobile: 072 856 0218
If you want to learn how you could go about finding great publicity for yourself, book your seat to attend my next public seminar on Expert Positioning: Grow Your Personal Brand Or Business By Getting Great Publicity.


MY UPCOMING EVENT

Remember to book your seat to my upcoming event: The Wellness & Networking Event For Women, on 16 October 2012, at the beautiful Alice Art Gallery in Ruimsig.  Cost to attend, only R250, 00.  

See previous blog entries (on the right), for more information about the event, our speakers (experts) and prizes up for grabs.

Thank you and best wishes.

Andeline.