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Hey there, London networkers! Welcome to Raise Your Profile, your essential guide to navigating the city's vibrant business event scene. I'm Chris, co-founder of profylecard.com, where we're all about empowering you to make meaningful connections.
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This week, we've curated a selection of hand-picked events designed to help you expand your network, enhance your brand, and achieve your professional goals. So, get ready to discover the best opportunities London has to offer.
Just before we jump into this week's events, I want to share a couple of quick tips for making the most of those first encounters. Because let's face it, meeting someone new can be a little nerve-wracking, but it's also a huge opportunity.
Focus on genuine curiosity. People can spot a fake a mile away. Instead of just thinking about what you want to say, ask genuine questions about them. What are they working on? What are they passionate about? How can you help them? Active listening not only helps you learn about the other person, but it also makes them feel valued, which is key to building a strong connection.
Have a concise and compelling "elevator pitch" ready. This isn't about reciting your resume; it's about succinctly explaining what you do and why it matters. Think of it as a mini-story that captures their interest and makes them want to learn more. Practice it beforehand so it sounds natural and conversational, not robotic.
These little things can make a big difference in how you're perceived. Now, with those tips in mind, let's dive into this week's top events!
Events
🧑💼 Business networking at Hay Hill Private Members Club
Monday 10th @ 6.30pm • 12 Hay Hill, Mayfair
Hosted by The London Connector
Set in a stunning six-story building at Berkeley Square, Hay Hill is unique as it combines the luxury of a private members club with the business focus of a co-working environment, pioneering the concept of the club working, all in the heart of Mayfair.
💰 Business Networking Event in London, Startups, Entrepreneurs, Investors
Tuesday 11th @ 6pm • Sierra Quebec Bravo, Canary Wharf
Hosted by By Getshop Today
Join our business networking event in London, Canary Wharf! Experience a lightly structured meetup with informal networking, quick intro pitches, facilitated sessions and more. Drinks and refreshments included.
🍽️ The Barrow Club, Networking Lunch
Wednesday, 12 February @ 12.30pm • Middle Eight Hotel - Covent Garden
The Barrow Club at London is an exclusive, networking group, for those looking to grow their businesses, make new connections and relax whilst doing so. To maintain the high-level networking environment for our new London event, we will be exclusively open to attendees at Director level and above, including C-suite executives. The event features a three course meal, accompanied by refreshments where you are encouraged to move seats between courses.
👩🦰 Hearing Women in the Workplace: A Panel Discussion
Thursday 13th @ 3.30pm • Herman Miller London Showroom, Farringdon
Hosted by Women in Change
Our first-ever Opus event designed exclusively for senior female leaders. Don’t miss this opportunity to join a community of senior female leaders dedicated to making a significant impact in their organisations.
🔗 Founder/Investor Link
Thursday 13th @ 5pm
Hosted by Syrena Community
This event is designed to bring together ambitious founders and active investors in one room. • Founders actively raising their Seed or Series A round. • Investors seeking to support Seed and Series A founders.
💸 SEIS Tech StartUp Founders Pitch Competition with Angel & VC Investors
Thursday 13th @ 6pm • Home Grown Members Club, marylebone
Hosted by The Entrepreneurs Collective
Join Entrepreneurs Collective and experience an exciting in-person event featuring the hottest tech startup pitch competition. Witness some of the best startups in the UK as they pitch their businesses to a panel of seasoned investors - two VCs and an Angel. This event offers a unique opportunity to observe startup pitches and gain insight into what investors seek in a company.
🧡 Speedmate: No dates, just mates (including a free day of coworking)
Friday 14th @ 11am • Kindred Members Club, Hammersmith
If you're looking to make new connections, then join us for a round of Speedmate! Over one hour, we’ll provide you with numbered cards and randomly match you up with other attendees for a series of quickfire one-on-one chats, leaving you energised for the weekend ahead and better connected as a result.
That's it for this week's Raise Your Profile! I hope you're feeling inspired and ready to make some connections. Don't forget to subscribe to us on your favourite platform – you can find us on Spotify, YouTube, and Apple Podcasts.
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