A very important P

All the Ps in marketing are important but at the moment one seems to be getting more airtime than usual - Payment.
There are some debates at to which p this actually is because it could be classed in the basic P but possibly warrants its very own.
That aside it certainly is hitting the big time with government policy encouraging payment to SMEs within 10 days. This could see terms reduce in future from the silly 90 days we have been enduring or am I being naive?

Thought about mentoring?

Mentoring is a powerful and effective way to help people progress with their personal and career development and I have to say it has helped me enormously this past year.

CIM North wants to encourage mentoring between members and has set up a facility to bring mentors and mentees together using our social and business networking site - Mvine.

HOW DO I FIND A MENTOR?

To find a mentor, simply go into Mvine through the regional website at www.cimnorth.co.uk then click on ‘member search’ and in the drop down menu tick yes to ‘looking for a mentor’. This will then bring up a list of mentors on Mvine and you will be able to choose from them based on geographical proximity or specific sector or skills knowledge that you might be looking for.

HOW DO I BECOME A MENTOR?

To register as a mentor, simply update your profile on Mvine through the regional website at www.cimnorth.co.uk checking ‘yes’ in the mentor box.

STUCK?

If you encounter any problems, do not have an Mvine log in, or would like to receive our mentoring factsheet simply email me dianeearles@cim.co.uk

A great idea

At 'Marketing: the Art of 08' last week one of my members launched Jumble Aid to the North East.
This is a great idea, that helps reduce landfill, support charities and hopefully make your money go further this Christmas.
Have a look at www.jumbleaid.com to see how marketing expertise has been used to great affect.

Your vote counts

As America has shown us this week, your vote counts.

If you are an eligible CIM member and want to make a difference then please get those voting papers out of the bin, read up on the candidates and make an informed decision about who should be on your Board of Trustees.

If you have not received your voting papers by Monday 17th November 2008 please contact customerservices@electoralreform.co.uk. The closing date is Monday 1st December 2008.