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Stuart Morrison posted an update in the group
Live Events & Networking Support a year agoToday’s Bordon BiZHUB icebreaker was to find out something surprising and delightful about the other members in the room, and everyone wrote down something and we picked them randomly and those present had to guess who the author of the note was and possibly what their business did.
We didn’t get through all the submissions, so below is…
Gareth Turner, Lisa Woolnough and Emma Selby *Flexspace Operator*5 Comments-
So my guesses are as follows
1. Karen Skidmore – @karenskidmore
2. Oli Lacey-Reed – @digirotor
3. Lisa Woolnough – @lisawoolnough
4. Berdene Kilbride – @Berdene
5. John and Fiona Ryland – @john.ryland , @fiona.ryland
6. Gavin Le Maistre – @gavinlemaistre
7. Geoff Burningham – @geoffb
8. Carl Bowley – @CarlFood
9. Hannah Logan – @Hannah…
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you got me right!!! Sadly the closest I have gotten to getting a Bafta is living off the joy of my dads success! I also have one of his Baftas in my living room, which is awesome!
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Emma Selby *Flexspace Operator* posted an update in the group
Live Events & Networking Support a year agoNetworking starts with great conversation. Share your favourite conversation opener here!
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Two of my faves: What did you do BEFORE you did what you are doing now, and what do you love most about running xx business
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I like to ask “do you do much networking?” as that way you can judge how they are feeling – if they are at their first event, then they are probably very nervous and you can have a different conversation, to someone who is a serial networker.
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Emma Selby *Flexspace Operator* posted an update in the group
Live Events & Networking Support a year agoHi everyone and welcome to the group “Networking Support’. We get a LOT of questions about networking on and offline, how to do it if you are introvert, how to sell yourself without being overtly salesy and so on. Most people are nervous of networking in one way or another. Our suggestion is not to approach networking as if you are looking for…
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Hi everyone 👋
Love this intro – such a great reminder that networking is really about building genuine relationships first and foremost. It’s amazing how often opportunities come from the most unexpected connections, just by showing up, being yourself, and being open to conversation.
Looking forward to seeing the tips and support Hannah shares…
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This is wonderful, particularly for those looking to make immediate sales connections. I have always loved networking, but find it a bit scary in moments. Thank you for sharing. this perspective. Can’t wait to make more friends as a newbie.
Best wishes
Gaby (Gabriele Matthewman)
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Gareth Turner changed the description of the group
Live Events & Networking Support from “This group is for networking newbies or anyone who wants to learn more about how to network effectively. At My BiZHUB we discourage ‘hunting’ for prospects (such a turn off) and encourage ‘farming’; preparing the ground and building long term relationships that could lead to actual business or other less tangible benefits” to “At My BiZHUB we discourage ‘hunting’ for prospects (such a turn off) and encourage ‘farming’; preparing the ground and building long term relationships that could lead to actual business or other less tangible benefits” a year ago -
Emma Selby *Flexspace Operator* changed the description of the group
Live Events & Networking Support from “” to “This group is for networking newbies or anyone who wants to learn more about how to network effectively. At My BiZHUB we discourage ‘hunting’ for prospects (such a turn off) and encourage ‘farming’; preparing the ground and building long term relationships that could lead to actual business or other less tangible benefits” a year ago
