SMALL BUSINESS AWARD NOMINATION TOOLKIT

Submit Your Award Nomination With Confidence — Without the Burnout

For Australian small business owners who want to finally get recognised, without the overwhelm

Tired of putting award submissions in the “too hard” basket?

This time, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. You bring the brilliance — the toolkit brings the structure.

Say Goodbye to Overwhelm, Blank Pages, and Last-Minute Panic

If you’ve ever thought:

"I don’t even know where to start..."

"I hate writing about myself."

"I’m too late / too tired / too disorganised."

...this toolkit was made for you.

It’s time to stop missing out on recognition just because the process feels overwhelming, confusing, or emotionally draining. You deserve to be seen — and supported along the way.

Finally, a step-by-step system to get your award nomination DONE

Here's What You'll Learn and Receive

Everything is laid out for you in manageable steps, each with a calming video, clear templates, and gentle guidance.

Plan Your Award Strategy
- Calm your nervous system before starting
- Identify the right awards for your business
- Evaluate the fit with our Award Fit Matrix
- Access a curated directory of Australian awards
Gather Your Info
- Checklists for business details, proof, assets
- Templates to centralise and reuse your data
Write Your Nomination
- Self-nomination prompt pack (no more blank pages)
- AI prompt pack to co-write with tools like ChatGPT
- Build a compelling "Success Statement" with ease
Inspiration + Guidance
- Before-and-after example snippets
- Style tips, tone guidance, and quick wins
- Mistakes to avoid (and how to fix them)
Award Tracker
- Track deadlines, results, and reuse info
- Includes a downloadable spreadsheet version
Wrap-Up
- Final submission checklist
- Mindset tips for what comes next
- Reuse strategies + reflection prompts

Upgrade Options Available:

Feedback on your draft
Done-for-you nomination service

🎁 BONUS IF YOU SIGN UP TODAY!

Claim your extra support for celebrating your win - free when you buy now.

When you purchase the Small Business Award Nomination Toolkit today, you'll also receive the upcoming Press Release Kit - totally free (Valued at $49 AUD).

Here's what's included in the bonus:

Press Release Template Pack
Announce your award wins with ease and professionalism - without overthinking every word.
(Value: $29 AUD)

Guided Video Walkthrough
A calming video to show you how to personalise and publish your press release
(Value: $20 AUD)

This bonus is perfect if you’ve ever thought:
“Okay, I won… now what do I say?”

If you’re ready to stop hiding your wins and start owning your business journey,
this toolkit — and the bonus Press Release Kit — are for you.

Are you ready to get ALL of this?

🧭 Step-by-Step Guidance

Calming video walkthroughs guide you from choosing the right awards to hitting submit — so you’re never left wondering what’s next.

📋 Success Checklists

Stay organised with structured Notion checklists for business details, nomination materials, and submission steps — no more scrambling.

✍️ Expert Tips & Writing Prompts

Real examples, tone guidance, and gentle prompts to help you write confidently — even if you hate writing about yourself.

📊 Award Tracker

Track your deadlines, results, and reuse info in one place, so you always know what’s done and what’s next.

🎁 Bonus: Press Release Kit (Valued at $49 AUD)

Everything you need to confidently share your wins — including a ready-to-use template and calming video guide.

Client Testimonials

You’re Not Alone If This Feels Big. I’ve Been There With Others Like You.

When Tracey Jurd, founder of Tracey’s Tender Loving Care, was nominated for a major award, she was thrilled, but the excitement quickly turned to overwhelm.

“I was excited to be picked out of over 5,000 businesses... but when I saw the application, I didn’t know what to write or where to start. It felt like such a big deal.”

Tracey had the passion, impact, and achievements. What she needed was help turning that into a story that made sense to award judges - while still sounding like her.

After our relaxed strategy session, I wrote her full nomination. We focused on alignment, clarity, and authentic storytelling.

The Results?

🏆 Winner – Creative Industries, Logan Chamber of Commerce

🏆 Winner – Sole Trader of the Year, Logan Chamber

🥉 Finalist – Multiple categories at local and national level

📣 Media Coverage – Featured in local press

📈 Business Impact – Increased sales, engagement, and confidence

“It gave me a real sense of validation… now I can show people – this isn’t a hobby. It’s my career, and I’m proud of it.”

Why I Created This Toolkit

I'm Caroline Jones, founder of Ninth Koi Business Solutions, and I know how confronting it can feel to write about yourself, especially when you're running a business, juggling a million tasks, and trying to manage your energy.

As a neurodivergent business owner, I’ve often felt the same things my clients describe: the perfectionism, the overthinking, the freeze response when something feels important.

That’s why I created this toolkit: to give you a calm, structured way to move forward — without the panic spiral. So you can feel proud of what you’ve built, and supported as you share it with the world.

You deserve to be recognised. And you don’t have to do it alone.

👋 Meet Your Toolkit Creator — Caroline Jones

I'm Caroline Jones, founder of Ninth Koi Business Solutions, and I’m here to make things feel calm, clear, and doable — especially when they don’t.

With over 15 years of experience in business training, development, and systems, I’ve supported hundreds of business owners to find structure, confidence, and visibility in the way they work and show up.

I hold a Bachelor of Business, and I’m a Certified ADHD & Productivity Coach — which means I deeply understand how perfectionism, decision fatigue, and executive function challenges can make even “simple” tasks feel impossible.
That’s exactly why I build tools like this: to give you a way forward that actually feels safe and supportive.

I’m proud to have been recognised with:
🏆 Best Virtual Assistant (QLD) – APAC Insider Awards 2025
🏆 Neurodivergent-Friendly Business Support Excellence Award – APAC Insider Awards 2025

If you’ve ever needed someone to translate complex systems into something that works for your brain, I’m your person.

You bring the brilliance — I’ll help you make it shine.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this a live workshop or a self-paced toolkit?

This is a self-paced digital toolkit, designed so you can work through it in your own time — without the pressure of a live session. Each module includes video guidance, templates, and step-by-step prompts so you always know what to do next.

Do I need to have a nomination ready already to use this?

Not at all! The toolkit helps you:

-Find awards that fit your business

- Decide which ones to enter

- Get organised and write with ease
It's perfect whether you're starting from scratch or halfway through a submission.

How long will it take to complete?

You can complete your nomination in as little as a weekend — or spread it out over a few weeks. Each section is broken down into manageable steps, so you can stop and start without losing your place.

What if I hate writing about myself?

That’s exactly why I created this!
You'll get AI co-writing prompts, examples, and templates to help you write confidently (without sounding awkward or boastful). Plus, calming video walkthroughs guide you through each part.

What’s included in the bonus Press Release Kit?

When you sign up today, you'll also get:

A ready-to-use press release template

A video walkthrough to help you personalise and share your win with confidence
(Valued at $49 AUD — yours free!)

Can I get support or feedback on my draft?

es! Inside the toolkit, you’ll find upgrade options for:

Submission feedback

Done-for-you writing support
That way, you can get the exact level of help you need — when you need it.