Members Profile

Name: Jane M.E. Woods
Business Name: Proof The Proof
Address: PO Box 2065 Royal Melbourne Hospital VIC
PC: 3050
Phone: 03-9662 7444 (work)
Mobile: 0412 422 100
Email: jane.woods@csiro.au 
 

SELF
Q. Tell us something about you – your philosophy, your lifestyle, your ethics,
Your hobbies etc.
A. Enthusiasm. Whatever I do in life, either socially or professionally, I try to undertake with as much enthusiasm as possible. By nature I see the glass as ‘half full’ rather than ‘half empty’ and always make an effort to see another person’s point of view, even in a situation of conflict!

Previously I worked as a Medical Secretary/PA for 30 years. Four years ago I made a career change and began working as an Administrative Officer in the IP (Intellectual Property) area of CSIRO. My attention to detail has been encouraged by my current Manager. Recently I decided to build up my own business in Proof Reading and Editing.

BUSINESS DETAILS
Q. What is it that your business does?
A. Proof reading and editing

Q. Do you work from home?
A. Work from home

Q. How long have you been in business?
A. Still building up my business

Q. What makes your business unique?
A. My enthusiasm and willingness to ‘go the extra mile’

MARKETING
Q. What is the most important Marketing/Networking tool/strategy your business has had success with?
A. Word of mouth through regular MCEI events. Referrals from friends

ADVICE
Q. What is the most helpful piece of advice you could give to other businesses?
A. Be enthusiastic and really listen to your client’s needs

SUPPORT
Q. What is it you are looking for as a member of MCEI?
A. Social and business networking

Q. What is it you can offer to MCEI members?
A. Experience in negotiating. I have a Diploma in General Counselling.

Q. How do you envisage demonstrating your support and loyalty to the association of MCEI?
A. By being an active member. For example I am a Silver Sponsor despite having very little income from my business. I also believe in telling as many people as possible about MCEI. I have also made a commitment to attend all MCEI events.

MILESTONES
At my ‘day job’ I found an error in a legal document that had passed through to six people: I was the 6th person. The error was in a Notarised document which, had this error not been found, would have resulted in the relevant patent becoming invalid.