Exeter’s September’s event – great start to the new term!

September 11, 2014

What better way to start a post – a quote from Robert Wise (b 10/9/1914)- the producer/director – West Side Story, Sound of Music…

“My 3 P’s – passion, patience and perserverence – you have to do this if you’ve got to be a filmmaker”

Networking is about the 3 P’s and also a story and there is something musical about a room full of people having great conversations!

And there were numerous conversations coupled with enthusiasm and a genuine postive energy at the event on 10th September at Exeter Golf & Country Club. Seeing so many people fitted into such a small space – what a sight – I guess it was near the drinks!

Thank you to Julia Bramble of Bramblebuzz for the for the fabulous seminar before lunch on “Using social media to find, attract and keep customers” crammed full of super advice, tips and Julia’s exceptional expertise.

Do you know why you should use English (US) on Face Book? Or the difference between engagement, comment, shares, likes? Then perhaps you need Julia’s expertise?

Networking over coffee before Julia’s seminar begins..

Julia’s fabulous seminar on using social media to find, attract and keep customers…

For those that didn’t get the chance to get to the seminar (and for those that did!)

A link to the guide which goes more into what Julia talked about yesterday in terms of using content – especially on using Face Book to grow your business.

THE networking lunch consisted of pre lunch drinks with informal networking followed by a sit down 2 course lunch with coffee.

Each table had a variety of other decision makers – never 2 businesses doing the same thing!. There is a table host at each table and each person had 3 minutes to talk to the others around their table about what they do and how this helps businesses/individuals/organisations.

Networking during the lunch

“The richest people in the world look for and build networks, everyone else looks for work.” – Robert Kiyosaki

A BIG thank you to Chris Wood for some super advice on Twitter advertising

Chris Wood – Q Social media – sharing his expertise on Twitter Advertising

which can help you accomplish goals like driving engagement or direct-response actions like website traffic, video views, leads and sales…. want to get started then feel free to contact Chris or perhaps sign up for his next course…or look at Chris’s Blog here

Social media expertise on tap!

Thank you for the business needs and announcements that were made at the event……………………

Helena Holt – Devon Air Ambulance – looking for a venue – 2nd Sunday July 2015 that can accommodate 1,000 motor bikes for their 2015 motorcycle Ride Out – from 2014. Contact Helena – details here

Alex Wren – Bitpod is looking for an Apprentice Graphic Deigner to work in their animation team. This role is aimed at 16-24 year olds who can attend work in Exeter and College in Tiverton. Please share this link with anyone you think might be interested.

Derek Brunt – Juiceplus – looking for business partners – contact details here

Fin Williams – Parent Perspectives Ltd – looking for a contact in South West Water – Contact Fin – details here

Café Style Speed Training – Although the information is mainly aimed at managers within organisations the areas covered are applicable to all relationships. This can be just as useful for small business owners to be aware of how language can be used to engage rather than repel. This is just as important when dealing with employees, customers and potential customers. Book your place here for the 29th September!

WESC Foundation Show – 9th October 2014

Details on the other Exeter Business Network charities are here

And finally – Belinda Newton – The HR Dept on the fabulous seminar she is hosting ……..October’s event – full details here – super seminar, THE networking lunch…..conversations and connections to enhance your business!

Exeter Business Network Charities 2014 – Your chance to support them! As there were no fines from mobile devices!

Business Network SW on LinkedIn

The Business Network SW LinkedIn group with over 1290 members – feel free to engage, discuss and participate. Share, comment as well!

Even try BNSW Face Book page and post a “like”! Sharing and commenting would be great as well! Thank you Julia!

“I’ve never been guilty of method acting, or even any acting” – Roger Moore

“Alcohol is a man’s worst enemy, but the Bible says love your enemy” Frank Sinatra

(Both quotes from The Week)

Thank you also for the positive comments and conversations on Twitter (#BNSW @seanhumby)

The Twitter feed from the event yesterday – most recent at the top!

qsocialmedia8:50am via Hootsuite

. @seanhumby @exetergcc copy of presentation on Intro to Twitter Advertising presented at #BNSW Exeter ow.ly/BkBxQ

JuliaBramble8:00am via Hootsuite

“@seanhumby: Super seminar @JuliaBramble #BNSW- full of top quality, up to date info, beautifully presented-thanks!pic.twitter.com/Tb6l4QpTZR “

JuliaBramble7:40am via Hootsuite

@seanhumby Thank you so much – thoroughly enjoyed it 🙂

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JuliaBramble7:37am via Hootsuite

@BelindaNewtonHR @exetergcc @qsocialmedia Fab to see you at @seanhumby ‘s fab #BNSW lunch 🙂

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JuliaBramble7:36am via Hootsuite

RT @claireextrahelp: Networking in Exeter today #BNSW with @louiseextrahelp @seanhumby @JuliaBramble / Great to see you 🙂

devonofficeSep 10, 10:12pm via Twitter for Android

@seanhumby @exetergcc did anyone take the free place today? Hope it went well 🙂

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RachelmBuckleySep 10, 6:55pm via Twitter for iPad

Great event today @seanhumby @exetergcc good food, great company @claireextrahelp @SpacesbySpace @FFCAdoption

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qChrisWoodSep 10, 3:22pm via Hootsuite

. @seanhumby @exetergcc copy of presentation on Intro to Twitter Advertising presented at #BNSW Exeter ow.ly/BkBjf

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louiseextrahelpSep 10, 3:12pm via Twitter for iPhone

Brilliant #networking event in #Exeter today. @JuliaBramblewas brilliant, thank you:-) #BNSW @seanhumby@claireextrahelp

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qChrisWoodSep 10, 11:15am via Hootsuite

At the #BNSW @seanhumby event today @exetergcc will be speaking on Intro to Twitter Advertising – more info hereow.ly/BjPyS

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qsocialmediaSep 10, 10:03am via Hootsuite

At the #BNSW @seanhumby event today @exetergcc will be speaking on Intro to Twitter Advertising – more info hereow.ly/BjPxf

RundlewalkerSep 10, 9:55am via Twitter for iPhone

Looking forward to the #BNSW lunch at @exetergcc hosted by @seanhumby today! #business #exeter #devon

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BridwellDevonSep 10, 8:39am via Twitter for iPhone

We’ll be sharing news about our new #venue launch today in exeter with @seanhumby #bnsw – always a great vibe at seans#networking lunches!

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claireextrahelpSep 10, 8:27am via Twitter for iPhone

Networking in Exeter today #BNSW with @louiseextrahelp@seanhumby @JuliaBramble

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RachelmBuckleySep 09, 7:51pm via Twitter for iPad

@seanhumby who is the after lunch speaker tomorrow @seanhumby ?@exetergcc #BNSW #networking

louiseextrahelpSep 09, 7:42pm via Twitter for iPhone

Looking forward to #networking in #Exeter tomorrow with @claireextrahelp @seanhumby

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seanhumbySep 09, 7:28pm via Twitter for BlackBerry

“@RachelmBuckley: Who is joining me @exetergcc for #BNSW@seanhumby #networking ?”it’s a fabulous guest list!

RachelmBuckleySep 09, 7:24pm via Twitter for iPad

Who is joining me @exetergcc for #BNSW @seanhumby#networking ?

seanhumbySep 08, 5:27pm via Hootsuite

RT @exetergcc: @seanhumby @RachelmBuckley Looking forward to seeing you and all your guests with a special Christmas voucher for them all!

RachelmBuckleySep 08, 5:22pm via Twitter for iPad

@exetergcc @seanhumby sounds exciting !

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exetergccSep 08, 3:53pm via Twitter Web Client

@seanhumby @RachelmBuckley Looking forward to seeing you and all your guests with a special Christmas voucher for them all!

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seanhumbySep 08, 3:43pm via Hootsuite

RT @RachelmBuckley: Looking forward to meeting new people @seanhumby #bnsw lunch on Wednesday @exetergcc

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RachelmBuckleySep 07, 7:25pm via Twitter for iPad

Looking forward to meeting new people @seanhumby #bnswlunch on Wednesday @exetergcc

Other photos from the event – all taken using my Blackberry – please excuse the quality! An opportunity for a photographer to join Exeter Business Group?