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SUMMARY:Networking-in: Mastering Your Mood for Business Success
DESCRIPTION:Networking for Good-Egg Business Owners\n\n\nPrice: £10\nWhen: 19th February 2025\nTime: 07:30-09:00\nWhere: Online \nNetworking-in with Chris Wilson | Mastering Your Mood for Business Success\nAre you lifting the energy in your business or dragging it down? Your mood has a bigger impact than you think—it can attract clients\, energize your team\, and boost results\, or do the opposite. \nJoin Chris\, founder of Speak to Serve and Sell\, for a quick 5-minute technique to instantly elevate your mood and your team’s energy. With ILM Level 7 and NLP certifications\, Chris specializes in helping professionals communicate and connect effectively. \nDon’t let a low vibe kill your business. Sign up now and discover how a simple mood shift can transform your results! \nNetworking in \nWhat works for one person can sometimes be a complete turn-off for another. We looked around at all the other groups\, took the best bits; and did it our way. \nWe believe that the best networking groups are diverse in age\, sex\, race and religion. We also believe that people buy from people; we don’t exclude or have caps / exclusivity within a sector. If you want to win business in our rooms; you’ll win it because of who you are\, what you do\, and how you do it; rather than you being the only option. In our groups\, you’ll have ample opportunity to tell your story\, listen to everyone else’s\, and then have the time to make all the connections you want. \nJOIN US ONLINE ON THE 1ST AND 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 7:30AM-9:00AM \nCome for the inspiration\, stay for the connections\, and leave energised! \nIf you love & come regularly to Networking in check out: The Alliance
URL:https://outside-ideas.com/event/boost-mood-business-results-5-minutes/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alliance,Networking in
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SUMMARY:B2B Expo in Reading
DESCRIPTION:Date: Thursday 27 February\, 2025\n\n\nTime: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm\n\n\nLocation: Green Park Conference Centre\n\n\nEvent Overview\n\nJoin hundreds of local businesses at the Reading Business Expo\, which is taking place on Thursday 27th February 2025 at Green Park Conference Centre\, located in the beautiful grounds of Reading’s largest business district. \nEnjoy the opportunity to openly network with over 250 attendees from across Berkshire at Reading’s largest business show\, whilst exploring the exhibition packed with a variety of local exhibitors showcasing their services and promoting their latest products. \nAs well as a busy exhibition\, there will also be free seminars and workshops from Berkshire’s leading keynote and business speakers as well as a speed networking session. \nThis event is completely free to attend – simply pre-register online today! \n\nVenue Information\n\nThis event will be taking place at the Green Park Conference Centre. Located in 100 Longwater Avenue\, in the heart of Green Park Business Park\, the venue has over 300 free car parking spaces and beautiful landscape views. \n\nHow to Get There\n\nGreen Park Conference Centre is easily accessible by car and public transport including buses. The venue is located just off the A33 and is easily accessible from the M4. \nRegister for free tickets
URL:https://outside-ideas.com/event/b2b-expo-in-reading/
LOCATION:Green Park Conference Centre
CATEGORIES:Alliance
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SUMMARY:Networking-in: The Silent Killer of Small Businesses - Why Cashflow Is Your Lifeline
DESCRIPTION:Networking for Good-Egg Business Owners\n\n\nPrice: £10\nWhen: 5th March 2025\nTime: 07:30-09:00\nWhere: Online \nNetworking-in with Romesh Jeyaseelanayagam |The Silent Killer of Small Businesses: Why Cashflow Is Your Lifeline\nOut of the 60% of businesses that go bust within their first three years\, most fail due to cashflow issues. \nTo manage your cashflow\, you need to understand turnover\, costs\, and\, most importantly\, the difference between cashflow and profit. \nRomesh helps businesses of all sizes\, up to £46 million turnover\, make smarter financial decisions. \nHe is the founder of a Group of Fractional CFO Advisors and the FD Consultant\, which grows start ups\, scale ups\, and SMEs to grow their businesss and raise equity and investment. \nIn this presentation tailored for micro-businesses\, without any technical jargon— he’ll share practical advice to help business owners make better spending decisions. \nYou can only solve a problem if you can anticipate it. Managing the future starts with seeing it coming. \nNetworking in\nWhat works for one person can sometimes be a complete turn-off for another. We looked around at all the other groups\, took the best bits; and did it our way. \nWe believe that the best networking groups are diverse in age\, sex\, race and religion. We also believe that people buy from people; we don’t exclude or have caps / exclusivity within a sector. If you want to win business in our rooms; you’ll win it because of who you are\, what you do\, and how you do it; rather than you being the only option. In our groups\, you’ll have ample opportunity to tell your story\, listen to everyone else’s\, and then have the time to make all the connections you want. \nJOIN US ONLINE ON THE 1ST AND 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 7:30AM-9:00AM \nCome for the inspiration\, stay for the connections\, and leave energised! \nIf you love & come regularly to Networking in check out: The Alliance
URL:https://outside-ideas.com/event/networking-event-cashflow-management-for-micro-businesses/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alliance,Networking in
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ORGANIZER;CN="Outside ideas":MAILTO:hello@outside-ideas.com
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SUMMARY:Networking-in: How to win on LinkedIn - GRRRR like a Tiger
DESCRIPTION:Networking for Good-Egg Business Owners\n\n\nPrice: £10\nWhen: 19th March 2025\nTime: 07:30-09:00 (BST)\nWhere: Online \nNetworking-in with Peter Mols | How to win on LinkedIn: GRRRR like a Tiger\nYou sit down at your desk\, coffee in hand. You stare at the blinking cursor. What should I post on LinkedIn today? \nYou type something. Delete it. Try again. Still feels… meh. \nStop wasting time posting for the sake of it. \nInstead\, get laser-focused. Who are you actually talking to? What do you want to achieve? \nIf you’re a business owner\, this session is for you. Pete’s sharing his best tips on making real\, meaningful connections\, the kind that actually grow your business. \nLess noise. More impact. \nJoin us on Wednesday 19th March from 7:30 am – 9 am. \nNetworking in\nWhat works for one person can sometimes be a complete turn-off for another. We looked around at all the other groups\, took the best bits; and did it our way. \nWe believe that the best networking groups are diverse in age\, sex\, race and religion. We also believe that people buy from people; we don’t exclude or have caps / exclusivity within a sector. If you want to win business in our rooms; you’ll win it because of who you are\, what you do\, and how you do it; rather than you being the only option. In our groups\, you’ll have ample opportunity to tell your story\, listen to everyone else’s\, and then have the time to make all the connections you want. \nJOIN US ONLINE ON THE 1ST AND 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 7:30AM-9:00AM \nCome for the inspiration\, stay for the connections\, and leave energised! \nIf you love & come regularly to Networking in check out: The Alliance
URL:https://outside-ideas.com/event/how-to-win-on-linkedin-peter-mols-march-2025/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alliance,Networking in
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SUMMARY:Indie Oxford Festival – 10th Birthday Bash!
DESCRIPTION:Indie Oxford is turning 10\, and it’s throwing one hell of a party to celebrate. The Indie Oxford Festival is bringing together the very best of the indie community for a full day (and night) of music\, food\, and festival fun at Tap Social Taproom in Oxford on Saturday 22nd March 2025. Doors open at 12:00pm\, and it’s an all-ages affair until 8 pm\, then strictly 18+ after that. \nExpect an epic lineup of local bands and DJs\, setting the perfect soundtrack to a day packed with indie spirit. There’ll be festival fun for kids and grown-ups alike\, delicious eats from PROOF pastries and pizzas\, speciality coffee from Missing Bean\, a pop-up record store from Flow Records\, and plenty more surprises to be announced. \nThis is a not-for-profit event\, which means every penny from ticket sales goes straight into making the festival happen. No big corporate nonsense\, just a proper indie celebration. \nDon’t sit on this one. Click the link\, book your ticket\, and get ready for a party that’s been 10 years in the making. \nBOOK HERE!
URL:https://outside-ideas.com/event/indie-oxford-festival-10th-birthday-bash/
LOCATION:27 Curtis Industrial Estate\, North Hinksey Lane\, Oxford\, OX2 0LX\, 27 Curtis Industrial Estate\, North Hinksey Lane\, Oxford\, Oxfordshire\, OX2 0LX\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Alliance
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SUMMARY:Networking-in: Watertight Marketing - The Proven Process for Seriously Scalable Sales
DESCRIPTION:Networking for Good-Egg Business Owners\n\n\nPrice: £10\nWhen: 2nd April 2025\nTime: 07:30-09:00 (BST)\nWhere: Online \nNetworking-in with Bryony Thomas | Watertight Marketing – The Proven Process for Seriously Scalable Sales\nWe’re absolutely thrilled to welcome Bryony Thomas\, an award-winning speaker and the brilliant mind behind Watertight Marketing! \nIf you’ve spoken to our co-founder Pete in the last few years\, there’s a 99% chance that you’ve heard him rave about her – because what she teaches actually works. \nEver feel like you’re doing all the marketing things but still losing leads somewhere along the way? \nMaybe people show interest but never quite convert? \nOr worse\, they sign up\, then disappear? \nYep\, we’ve been there. \nOur whole team read Bryony’s book\, put her strategies into action\, and saw real results. \nIn this session\, she’ll show you how to plug the leaks in your marketing so the effort you put in actually leads to customers sticking around. \nIf that sounds like something you need\, don’t miss this! \nNetworking in\nWhat works for one person can sometimes be a complete turn-off for another. We looked around at all the other groups\, took the best bits; and did it our way. \nWe believe that the best networking groups are diverse in age\, sex\, race and religion. We also believe that people buy from people; we don’t exclude or have caps / exclusivity within a sector. If you want to win business in our rooms; you’ll win it because of who you are\, what you do\, and how you do it; rather than you being the only option. In our groups\, you’ll have ample opportunity to tell your story\, listen to everyone else’s\, and then have the time to make all the connections you want. \nJOIN US ONLINE ON THE 1ST AND 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 7:30AM-9:00AM \nCome for the inspiration\, stay for the connections\, and leave energised! \nIf you love & come regularly to Networking in check out: The Alliance
URL:https://outside-ideas.com/event/watertight-marketing-business-owners/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alliance,Networking in
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ORGANIZER;CN="Outside ideas":MAILTO:hello@outside-ideas.com
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SUMMARY:Networking-in: Unlock Your Creative Flow - Productivity Hacks for Unconventional Thinkers
DESCRIPTION:Networking for Good-Egg Business Owners\n\n\nPrice: £10\nWhen: 16th April 2025\nTime: 07:30-09:00 (BST)\nWhere: Online \nNetworking-in with Chris Marsh | Unlock Your Creative Flow: Productivity Hacks for Unconventional Thinkers\nWhat if your best ideas were born when you were doing absolutely nothing? \nSounds mad\, right? But the truth is\, creativity often strikes when you least expect it. Those moments away from your desk\, where it feels like you’re doing nothing\, can actually be your most productive. \nJoin Chris as he pulls back the curtain on how unconventional thinkers – especially those with neurodiverse brains – have cracked the code on unlocking creativity and productivity in a completely different way. \nIn this session\, you’ll discover: \nWhy procrastination might be your secret weapon\, and how to use it to get more done than ever. \nHow to smash through the mental blocks that are killing your flow\, and finally get into the zone. \nThe art of doing less but achieving more\, because working smarter always beats working harder. \nHow to balance business and well-being\, and why looking after yourself is the smartest business decision you can make. \nIt’s time to break the rules and make your business work for you. Forget the hustle culture. Instead\, learn how to unlock your best ideas without burning out. It’s all about getting laser-focused\, cutting through the noise\, and making real\, meaningful connections that actually grow your business. \nDon’t miss out let’s do less\, but achieve more. \nNetworking in\nWhat works for one person can sometimes be a complete turn-off for another. We looked around at all the other groups\, took the best bits; and did it our way. \nWe believe that the best networking groups are diverse in age\, sex\, race and religion. We also believe that people buy from people; we don’t exclude or have caps / exclusivity within a sector. If you want to win business in our rooms; you’ll win it because of who you are\, what you do\, and how you do it; rather than you being the only option. In our groups\, you’ll have ample opportunity to tell your story\, listen to everyone else’s\, and then have the time to make all the connections you want. \nJOIN US ONLINE ON THE 1ST AND 3RD WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH AT 7:30AM-9:00AM \nCome for the inspiration\, stay for the connections\, and leave energised! \nIf you love & come regularly to Networking in check out: The Alliance
URL:https://outside-ideas.com/event/unlock-creativity-productivity-masterclass/
LOCATION:Zoom
CATEGORIES:Alliance,Networking in
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SUMMARY:HR Essentials Workshop
DESCRIPTION:  \nDate: June 12th \nTime: 10:00 am – 3:00 pm \nLocation: Online\, on Zoom \n\n\n\n  \n\nAbout this event\n\n\n\nIt is important to make sure you understand what HR administration is required for your employees. There are important details and considerations relating to new\, existing\, and exiting employees. \nThis informative and interactive workshop will help you to understand more about general HR principles for your business and deliver your HR responsibilities effectively and in line with your obligations. \nYou will leave the workshop with an understanding of what type of administration is required at each stage of an employee’s journey and how this can help the business. \nWe will cover: \n\nRecruitment\nHoliday\, sickness and other absence\nDisciplinary and Grievance Process\nInducting new starters and probationary periods\nStoring personnel records\nWhat to do at the end of employment\n\nBy the end of the session\, you will understand your key responsibilities and be able to manage important HR processes within the business. \nRegister here.
URL:https://outside-ideas.com/event/hr-essentials-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Alliance
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