A New Mindset
Business is fuelled by relationships; it’s also dependant on change. It’s through doing something new that we grow and other people are the key. When we work together we learn so much. We discover opportunities, friendship, support, experience and expertise that we need to help us achieve our ambitions.
We exist to help you find other people, to form the relationships that you’re missing, to share and to learn. From experience, we know that when we collaborate we make new things possible and everybody benefits. It’s a view of the world that is completely people-oriented and our members share some very supportive and constructive characteristics, such as openness, tolerance, patience and perseverance.
At CAP Business Clubs, everybody’s on your side. Come and practice in a warm supportive environment; we’ll encourage you, laugh and cry with you. We know how hard it can be… because we’re like you
We exist to help you find other people, to form the relationships that you’re missing, to share and to learn. From experience, we know that when we collaborate we make new things possible and everybody benefits. It’s a view of the world that is completely people-oriented and our members share some very supportive and constructive characteristics, such as openness, tolerance, patience and perseverance.
At CAP Business Clubs, everybody’s on your side. Come and practice in a warm supportive environment; we’ll encourage you, laugh and cry with you. We know how hard it can be… because we’re like you
Our members come to learn, teach and share. They come because we’re their business family. We have so much to teach and at the same time we want to learn from your experience and skills too.
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Weekly Meeting Times
(Please note: all meetings are currently online via Zoom) Monday Club: 8.00am - 9.00am Tuesday Club: 6.15pm - 7.15pm CAP 11 Club: 11am - 12pm (Tuesday mornings) Online Zoom meetings permanently - UK wide! Wednesday Club: 8.00am - 9.00am - Online Zoom meetings permanently - UK wide! Thursday Club: 8.00am - 9.00am Contact us to find out which club is the best fit for you. You can even trial us for free. (conditions apply) We are open to ideas, to supporting each other and to the value in difference; diversity equals opportunity |
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So, what happens at a typical CAP weekly meeting? Let's find out......
At CAP we believe in keeping things simple, and this is the key to our success. We use common sense and respect for fellow members rather than a set of rules to abide by. People work better together this way.
So, what might you expect at a typical CAP meeting? And what else do we offer our members besides the weekly meetings? let's take a look. Click Here
At CAP we believe in keeping things simple, and this is the key to our success. We use common sense and respect for fellow members rather than a set of rules to abide by. People work better together this way.
So, what might you expect at a typical CAP meeting? And what else do we offer our members besides the weekly meetings? let's take a look. Click Here
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Juliet Newton-Evans from Newton and Evans Builders talks about how they got started, marketing tips, collaboration through networking, and why she is so passionate about her favourite charity - Heart Heroes
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This dynamic community has been successfully helping business owners to Collaborate and Prosper for the past 8 years. Members range from business start ups to the highly experienced......and it works!
Paul James - Founder of CAP Business Clubs. |
Some people have no problem working away by themselves and of course many absolutely thrive on it. But lots of us need more regular contact with other people. Many of the skills and abilities that you need to drive your business forward are easily undermined by isolation. For some people this can be a huge handbrake on their efforts. When it’s just you, it can be hard to find the motivation to keep smashing it day in, day out. Without the support and feedback of others, your confidence can sometimes become eroded and it can be easy to begin procrastinating. It can be constant uphill struggle; but it doesn’t have to be. Everyone can win from the benefits that others bring to the party. |
What the members say
Andy Sawers - AndySawers.com
As a business owner, supporting other business owners measuring and reducing their carbon footprint, it is important to me to work with other supportive business owners. Collaborate and Prosper (CAP) is a fantastic medium for support, networking and business development as well as building some deeper friendships. Keep up the good work, Paul & team.
Mark Tomlinson - WPA
I first joined CAP Business Club several years ago in the Monday Group and now attend the Wednesday Zoom Group each week. Over the years I have made lots of good professional contacts, found Customers and trusted Suppliers, and enjoyed the support and inspiration that’s ‘stock in trade’ for CAP. But most of all I’d like to think that I have many genuine friends through CAP – always the best basis for business.
Gemma Freeman - 1:1 Diet by Cambridge Weight Plan With Gem
'I was recommended CAP Business Club by a friend after just starting up my new business and wanted to network and get my name out there about what I do. Joining CAP was the best decision I have ever made. The groups are full of friendly, knowledgeable, supportive and inspiring individuals who are always there to help or give guidance to any other business owner. There are many virtual sessions throughout the week at various times so I can always visit a group that best suits me for the week. I have not only gained a lot of business contacts and referrals through this fantastic group but I have also formed long lasting friendships. Before I joined CAP i felt a little lost in where I should be direct myself and my business but now when I join the weekly session it feels like coming home, every time I log on I am greeted with smiles and friendly chat before the meeting gets started and I feel a sense of belonging. A group I know find incredible valuable and insightful not just for my business but for my own personal life too.'
Bob Pointer - CFIL Global
“What does CAP Business Clubs mean to me? Everything. This is not networking, this is a community and out of community comes trust and collaboration. If you are jaded by being judged on leads generated or referrals made and want to be part of a truly supportive progressive friendship based group then look no further”.
Sarah Orchard - Orchard Marketing Associates
Joining CAP has been one of my best business decision for 2018 (and no doubt 2019 too!). I love being part of the Monday CAP group – we have a supportive and fun group that have been really helpful in helping my business relocate to the Forest of Dean and provide some great business ‘friends’. I look forward to Monday mornings. Don’t be put off by the 8am start, it’s worth it!!
Rachel Bate - Rachel's Rambling Rovers
On moving to a new/unknown area and setting up my new dog walking business, I soon realised that I had set myself quite a challenge. On learning about the CAP networking group, I went along as a visitor as soon as I could and discovered an amazing friendly group of other similar minded and sized business owners that would be a huge benefit to me - not only for meeting new people in a new area but also making great friends, benefitting from the wealth of local and small business knowledge within the group and also having a great reason to get up on a Monday morning! If you're a new small business owner and/or new to the Forest of Dean and looking for ways to meet great people and tradesmen alike, give CAP a try, what have you got to lose? -
Deborah Iles - The Garden Room Holistic Therapies
I would just like to say a big Thank you for your CAP business networking group.
I came as a guest on two occasions, visiting two of the clubs before joining a few months later.
I had no pressure put onto me and was made to feel really welcome in a supportive and friendly atmosphere.
Since being a member my fledgling business has grown and I have had the help, advice and professionals on hand to further develop it. I would recommend any business to come and see what it's all about...
Paul is a great enabler and has created an informal friendly platform for local businesses to flourish.
THANK YOU Paul and many thanks to the members who have been so helpful!
Michael Jones - PI Digital Signage
“As new to business and a young age I have found CAP business Club as helpful in many ways, from the most basic to the more important things. With all the different business within the club and all with their own skills they are all happy to help where they can. I would recommend the club to any business. I just want to thank all the people that help me so far to get started.”
Chris Adams - AD Fitness
"I would highly recommend CAP Business Club to other small business. As a new small business myself, I am aware that it is far too easy to get caught working "in" your business and not spending enough time working "on" your business. By having that weekly chat with like minded people it's great to step back, meet connections, discuss ideas and - being a Monday morning - charge up the enthusiasm bank for the week ahead.
Andy Howley - The Graphics Shack
"Setting up your own business can be a very daunting experience. Joining CAP Business Clubs and meeting fellow like-minded people put me at ease, helped my confidence and provided me with some very useful advice. I have also made some very good friends along the way"
Grantley Rogers - 3p Enterprise Ltd
Running a business single handed is great fun but can sometimes be a difficult without having others off which to bounce ideas. CAP provides me with a friendly and sociable forum to meet with other like minded business people, share ideas and learn together. The people I have met at the club and the information I have gained have given me the incentive to change and improve the way we do things in our business. From printing to social media to insurance, help received from members of the club has been invaluable.
CAP Business Clubs - Proud to be in association with Trust2Learn
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Trust2Learn provide quality and affordable E-learning products which focus on all aspects of human behaviour for both business and personal relationships. The first course 'About Face' written and narrated by Bob Pointer is now available We are delighted to inform you there is currently a sizable discount |
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Coleford Gloucestershire GL16 8RH |
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