Awards Entry Webinar Series – On Demand
Welcome to our 2025 Unison Great Lake Taupō Business Awards Webinar Series – your go-to resource for preparing a standout entry with confidence.
Whether you’re a first-time entrant or a returning finalist, these short, on-demand sessions are designed to guide you through every step of the Awards process. You’ll hear practical tips, clear examples, and insider advice on how to align your responses with what the judges are looking for.
Watch in your own time, at your own pace – and come back as often as you need!
What you’ll find here:
-
An overview of the Awards and why entering is worth it
-
A breakdown of the judging criteria and how scoring works
-
Tips on structuring strong responses using the STAR method
-
Insights into each award category and what excellence looks like
-
Advice from past judges and common mistakes to avoid
Grab a cuppa, hit play, and let’s help you create an entry that truly reflects the heart and soul of your business.
Webinar 2 – How to: Strategy and Planning and Emerging Business
If you’re thinking about entering the Business Awards — especially in the Strategy & Planning or Best Emerging Business categories — this webinar is for you.
In this session, we guide you through what judges are really looking for when it comes to business strategy, growth, and future sustainability. Whether you’re a well-established organisation or a newer business finding your feet, you’ll find practical advice on how to present your achievements confidently and clearly.
You’ll hear from Michelle, your Awards Convenor, alongside special guest Michelle Barnett and Dan Britten from Strettons — one of the region’s leading business advisors — as they share tips, real examples, and insider advice to help you strengthen your entry and tell your business story in the most compelling way.
By the end of this webinar, you’ll know exactly how to:
-
Articulate your long-term vision and planning process
-
Show measurable growth and success
-
Highlight what makes your emerging business award-worthy
-
Demonstrate your plans for future sustainability
If you want to give your entry the best possible chance of standing out, this is a must-watch.
Webinar 3 – Smart, Not Sneaky: Using AI Ethically in Your Business Awards Entry
Description:
Are you using ChatGPT or other AI tools to help write your business awards entry? You’re not alone – and you’re not in trouble! In this webinar, Michelle Caldwell, Convenor of the 2025 Unison Great Lake Taupō Business Awards, shares how to use AI ethically and effectively when preparing your entry.
Discover:
- What AI tools like ChatGPT can (and can’t) do
- How to use AI to brainstorm, structure, and edit your responses
- Where the ethical line is – and how not to cross it
- Real examples of great vs. generic answers
- Top tips to keep your entry authentic and judge-ready
Your story is still the star – AI is just here to help you shine.
Watch the full webinar and feel more confident submitting an entry that’s smart, honest, and truly reflective of your business.
