Bristol Business Network – report from March’s event
Hello and welcome to the report from the event – written by event host Sean Humby
The event was set up beautifully (if I don’t say so myself!) with the following quote “To give real service you must add something which cannot be bought or measured with money, and that is sincerity and integrity” – Douglas Adams b/11/3/1952
I did allude to a couple of people – Johnny Appleseed and the similarities between what he did and networking – read more here and the quote that I misquoted – so apt for networking…
“Anyone can count the seeds in an apple, but only God can count the number of apples in a seed.” – Robert H. Schuller
And the fabulous article by Chris Garrett on your ROI from networking – you can read it here – consider these part of your “networking CPD!
“Thank you” to Mark Leveridge for the wonderful seminar in the morning. Mark covered the why, the where, the who, the what, the when and the how on how we can get more from the exhibitions and trade shows that we exhibit at.
Mark in action!
Full of top advice and techniques – if you missed it do not worry as Mark has written a series of articles complete with video – a fantastic resource. Available here……
Thank you to Ken Abbott for an entertaining, enlightening and informative 10 minutes – some sound advice and that’s only 3 from the 12 and they covered elephant dust, cows (or was it horses in the playground!) and some key lessons – find out more on 22nd April!
Announcements
Roy Adair – a 2 hour round trip with Roy on his motorbike – minimum £20 – that will donated to The Jessie May Trust. Contact Roy on 0117 2301144 or emailmailto:roy@onaltd.co.uk or via LinkedIn
GWS Media – free analytic tool
See if your website is mobile friendly – click here and enter your website address – takes less than 60 seconds! Complete with picture! The key date is 21st April 2015 as that’s when Google will begin using “mobile friendliness” as part of their ranking
Offers and Opportunities that Bristol Business Network Members have contributed to help you get more from your business – available only at the events!
All 2015 Dates here
The search for Joe Bloggs – If you introduce someone called Joe Bloggs who is a decision maker in a business, they could even have a business called Joe Bloggs – they come to an event and join then I will give you 12 months membership free!
Businesses that could and would benefit from networking – to name a few!
Business Network SW is on LinkedIn – could you follow?
Even try BNSW Face Book page and post a “like”!
Business Network SW – discussion group on LinkedIn – 1325 members! Feel free to get involved and participate in discussions, comment and post!
“The Guide says there is an art to flying, said Ford, or rather a knack. The knack lies in learning how to throw yourself at the ground and missing” – the complete Douglas Adams quote!
“I’m an optimist, but I’m an optimist who takes his raincoat” – Harold Wilson b 11/3/1916
Have a fantastic day and I look forward to seeing you and your guests on April 22nd at The Bristol Hotel.
Best regards
Gallery from Event
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- BNSW’s lion in wait!
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- Business Network SW Welcome banner
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- a stag arrives at Old Down Manor
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- People getting ready for their networking lunch in The Bernay’s Room
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- Conversations and connections being made over a fabulous 2 course lunch
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- And yes there is wine on the tables!
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- Networking around the room – the delegate list really helps here
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- Ken Abbott sharing his “3 from 12″….
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- an entertaining and informative look at lesson Ken has learnt in 12 years in business
From Twitter
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