IF YOU'RE A NEW (OR NOT-SO-NEW!) ONLINE ENTREPRENEUR WITH A BIG VISION,
THERE ARE SEVERAL WAYS I CAN HELP YOU
Who am I? I'm Val, and I help women -- often busy, smart, accomplished Moms who are just beginning their 2nd Act -- bring to life the vision for their online business that may have been
locked inside their heads and hearts for a long time.
I also help people bring their existing online businesses to the next level.
We work together to create awesome websites that meet (and often exceed!) their needs. With some business coaching and a lot of uplift and encouragement mixed in, we create amazing experiences.
If you're ready and motivated to move forward, take a look below at a few ways
I can be your Business Fairy Godmother ;-)
ABOUT OUR PROCESS
I believe strongly in removing barriers. Barriers of uncertainty in our vision, barriers of over-complicating our offering, barriers to building a web presence we actually love (and enjoy playing around with), and barriers to living out the life we envision for ourselves.
To that end, I use WIX exclusively to create websites for my clients. The level of creative freedom we can achieve paired with the ease of advanced functionality make WIX unmatched to any other platform I've used in all my years online.
I'm not a web designer by trade -- that is to say, I don't come from a design background, but from marketing. I just happened to find a phenomenal tool to use, and got good at it.
The advantage you get from working with me is a custom website that connects all the pieces of your bigger puzzle: developing your brand, the technical pieces, the creative/aesthetic of the site itself, and the marketing strategies needed to achieve your goals.
I was overwhelmed by anything technology related, I had created a mental block. Val patiently walked me through step by step, and also explained the different social media platforms to me and suggested meaningful steps that I could take to develop my brand - at a pace that I was comfortable with.
Val is very easy to talk to; she is very good at getting to the essence of what you're trying to say and improving on the idea. Val is a storyteller. She has a talent with words. She took my ideas and wove them into a cohesive and compelling story. She's approachable, a great listener and makes every effort to make your project the truest reflection of yourself.
- Shana Diamond, Interior Designer, SD Interiors
I believe Val is passionate about helping people achieve their goals and dreams - your success is her success -
she is THE BEST support system anyone could ask for. She gets just as excited as you (maybe more)
when planning or reaching goals - she gets animated and her love and passion glows.
She. Is. Amazing.
- Ashley Ketch, Ashley Marie Creative Studios
I had no idea how to express what I wanted to do. I dumped all of my ideas on Val and in return she helped me figure out how to express my ideas in a user-friendly way. She took my vision and created a masterpiece of a website: it resonates with who I am. It was hard for me to express it but somehow Val decoded my chaos and created perfection.
After working with Val I have gained so much knowledge in many areas. She told me that she was going to show me how to build a website, and she sure did. I had my doubts about me being able to do it, but she proved me wrong.
She taught me a lot of shortcuts. She helped bring clarity to my vision.
Val was able to help me get crystal clear with my messaging and audience. Once I was clear, she took my vision and brought it to life.
- Tracie Osborne, Mindful Lifestyle Coach, Tracie Osborne International
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Spending Instore
Are there any retailers that don’t accept the card?
How do I spend my card in a store?
To use the card instore in any country, simply swipe along the reader and sign for your goods. You can use your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card as many times as you like until the expiry date printed on the front of the card or up to the amount available on the card.
What if my instore purchase is greater than the balance on my card?
In this case, you should ask the checkout assistant for a “split tender”, which will then allow you to pay x amount from your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card, and the remainder using another payment source eg cash, debit or credit card.
Do I need a PIN for my card?
No, the card is NOT a Chip & PIN card. It has magstripe at the back and this is used to “swipe” the card at the retailer checkout to pay for purchases.
In fact if you try and enter a PIN at a retailer store payment terminal, the system may automatically block your card. In his case you will need to contact us to unblock your card.
Spending Online
How do I use my card online?
Firstly, you will need to register your card for secure online payments.
If Things Go Wrong
If my card is lost or stolen, what should I do?
If lost or stolen, you may lose the money on your card. You should immediately block your card by calling the 24-hour Lost & Stolen Helpline +353 1 683 2376 or you can block online by registering your card here
What happens if my card gets damaged?
b) Use the Lost & Stolen procedure above to cancel the card and order a replacement (subject to the €20 card replacement charge).
What happens if I return an item purchased with my card?
Every retailer has their own returns policy. Normally, if you return or cancel an order paid for with your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card, the retailer will return the funds back onto your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card.
How long the refund takes depends on the retailer. Most retailers have a max of 14 days but there are some with up to 30 days to return the funds. You should contact the retailer to find out how long the refund will take and whether they can speed it up.
Allgo has no control over how long retailers take to get refunds back onto cards.
My transaction was cancelled, but my card still got charged?
If you cancel a transaction, or if a transaction was not completed but your card was still charged, the funds may be in a "pending" state. You will need to contact the retailer to release the pending funds back onto your card.
Allgo has no control over how long retailers take to get pending funds released back onto cards.
If my card has been used fraudulently, what can I do?
If your card has been used fraudulently, even if you physically still have the card in your possession, you may lose the money on your card. You should immediately block your card by calling the 24-hour Lost & Stolen Helpline +353 1 683 2376 or you can block online by registering your card here
Once you have cancelled the card, you can contact Allgo Customer Service on +353 1563 4444 or at help@allgogiftcard.com, and we can transfer any remaining balance to a new card. A fee of €20 will be deducted from the remaining balance on your card.
Basics
Can I use the Allgo Mastercard Gift Card with PayPal?
You can use your Allgo Mastercard Gift Cardto pay online on any website that accepts PayPal. To do this, you first need to add your Allgo Mastercard to your PayPal account by logging into PayPal and clicking “Link a Credit Card” in your PayPal Wallet.
Can I use the Allgo Mastercard Gift Card with Google Pay or Apple Pay?
You can add your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card to the Google Pay or Apple Pay apps, though for now you may be restricted on where you can spend your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card through these apps.
We are currently working on fully integrating the card with Google Pay or Apple Pay (for go live in 2021).
Can I use my card with the Revolut App or Revolut Card?
No, you cannot top up your Revolut account with your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card, as this would invalidate the terms of the Small Benefit Scheme.
Can I use my card to transfer funds to credit card or a bank account?
No, you cannot transfer funds from your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card to a credit card account or to a bank account, as this would invalidate the terms of the Small Benefit Scheme.
How do I check the balance on my card?
You can check your balance online here.
Click the “Quick Balance check” link and enter your card number and 3-digit security code to get your current balance.
If you wish to review your transactions, then you will need to register your card on the same online portal as the balance check. To do this, please click on the link “Have a card but don't have an account? Sign Up” link.
Do I need to activate or register my card before it can be used?
We only provide the Allgo Mastercard Gift Card to business clients. For security, we send out the cards to our clients un-activated. Once they confirm delivery, we will then activate all cards together, so when you receive your card it should be fully activated and ready to spend without any further action on your part.
For security, and to be able to spend your card online, we strongly recommend that you register your card online as soon as you receive it. This will allow you to review your transactions and block your card if your card is lost or stolen.
Can I withdraw cash at an ATM with my card?
No, you cannot withdraw cash at an ATM with your Allgo Mastercard Gift Card, as this would invalidate the terms of the Small Benefit Scheme.
Is there an expiry date on my card?
Yes, the expiry date is printed on the front of the card under “Valid Thru”.
Can I top up my card?
No, the Allgo Mastercard Gift Card can only be loaded once.
What charges apply to my card?
Spending card in the Eurozone: no charge
Spending the card in a foreign currency: 2.75% foreign exchange charge
Monthly charge: There is no monthly charge for the first 12 months after card load. After 12 months, a €3 monthly fee will be deducted from any unused card balance.
Replacement card Charge: €20 per card
How do I see the transactions on my card?
To see your card transaction history, you need to register your card online. This will allow you to review your transactions and also will allow you to register your card for secure online payments.