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“I cannot tell you how fortuitous this week has been with your help. I feel free. Cheaper than a week at a health retreat, as I said to a girlfriend last night!” Jackie Mikami, JOLT Consulting, Gold Coast, Australia

“I could hardly sleep last night thinking about how close I am to launching my business. I felt like I was going around in circles, no money to do anything – now, thanks to you and also someone who is doing my logo and business stationery, for coming to the rescue, things are really happening. Thanking you as always,” and (on media release and company profile) “What can I say? They are superb. Thank you so much. It’s not often you look forward to paying a bill, but your invoices will be a pleasure to pay.” Joanne Conqueror, Australian Sea Memorials, Victoria, Australia

“I have found networking is essential to the success of small business, however attending with two small children in tow is usual impossible. Attending the Bayside Coffee & Chat Mornings has helped me to increase my network of business contacts, bounce ideas off other local business people and even pick up some quote requests – all while my children have been happily playing off to the side.” Louise Pack, Director of Assist You Administration, Cleveland, Australia.

“Donna-Marie is an extremely talented writer, and a brilliant business support to micro and small businesses just starting out on their journey. Her books are an invaluable resource for new business.” Ingrid Cliff, Heart Harmony, Brisbane, Australia

“WorldWide Weddings would like to thank Jacaranda Business Support Services (Donna-Marie) for all the help with our business writing for our Business Plan, web site and advertising. I’d like to especially thank you for the media release as it proved to be a success as I was able to get a segment on a 9am morning program which has increased my business exposure. Without your writing expertise we would not be able to make our web page, etc, more professional with wording. We appreciate your assistance and will definitely refer you onto other businesses. Thank you.” Tennille Collins, WorldWide Weddings, Victoria, Australia

“Donna-Marie has previously written media releases for me. I needed someone who knew what the media were looking for and also had great writing skills. The result was fantastic! Thanks Donna-Marie.” Emma Rhoades, Diva Promotions, Brisbane, Australia

“Being able to share the difficulties inherent in being a solo operator and a working mother, as well as the successes and triumphs, with other people who really know what I am talking about gives me such an incredible boost. I have attended other networking groups before, and while I have enjoyed them, I know the relaxed friendship and total support of Donna-Marie’s group will keep me coming back.” Beverley Neil of d’Scriptive Words, Victoria Point West, Australia.

“The Business Women’s Mornings have been a life-saver for me. New to Brisbane, I loved sharing business ideas and connecting with like-minded women, who have since become good friends and colleagues.” Joan Weir, Personal Coach, Brisbane, Australia.

“When looking into starting a new business, and taking on a Directorship with the business I have been working for, I wanted to find the solution which would speak to me in every day speak about the best way to understand true business sense and responsibilities. On attending the Acumen Brisbane Business Expo, one of the first displays I came to was one which Donna-Marie Coggins had her Jacaranda Business Services as well as her Ready, Set, Go For It! business book. I took it home and couldn’t put it down all weekend. I was hooked and loved the ease of the read, reading what other women had overcome and relating to situations while giving me all the associations and contacts I could possibly want. It is a brilliantly written, step by step planning book which offers solutions from the concept to the reality of your business ideas. Thank you Donna-Marie for assisting women of all ages to find the solutions which you have simplified and encouraged us to strive to heights we were not aware we could reach. Your experience, knowledge and networking, together with your zest to see people achieve their potential is a great credit to your community support and that of seeing your peers also achieve their goals. You are a credit to women of Australia to support each other.” Amanda Maystone-Towell, Director, Priority Management Qld and Victoria, and owner and developer of Birds of a Feather – Networking.

“Donna-Marie Coggins has been editing the Business Mums Magazine since it started in 2006, and has done a brilliant job. She has been a joy to work with and the results speak for themselves. I highly recommend Donna-Marie & Jacaranda Business Support Services.” Melissa Khalinsky, Business Mums Network, Victoria, Australia

“Thanks Donna-Marie for doing such a great job of writing my bio. I am really happy with the final product. You have a unique ability to understand exactly what I was wanting. Thank you!” Carolyn Broomfield, First Place Resumes, Gold Coast, Australia

“I found the service to be professional and Donna-Marie understood the needs of our business and at such short notice exceeded my expectations. I also loved the fact that we got a priority service at very reasonable rates. I have no hesitation in recommending Donna-Marie.” Trudy Petith, ClubConnect, Sydney, Australia

“Thanks for all your hard work Donna. I feel like you’re my ‘right hand man’.” M. P., Ipswich, Australia

“Thank you so much for your support. I don’t think my business could run without you!” L. K., Brisbane, Australia