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June 2008
Techniques for Meeting Strangers Over the last month a big part of my networking conversations has been how to confidently enter a room full of strangers and meeting new people without turning into a bag of nerves. Both of those seem to be what people fear the most when networking. My advice is to stop focusing on yourself when in this situation. When you're wondering what you're going to say, what people are going to think about you and how you'll survive the experience the chances are you'll not listen to a word anyone else says. By focusing on the other people, asking them questions and putting them at their ease (even if you're feeling nervous), you'll make their experience of the event (and you) a really positive one. Good listening is rare these days, so they'll remember you far more for being a great listener, than for what you say. You may think you won't get anything out of the experience but I invite you to try it out. You might learn something from the people you're listening to that you can use in your business, identify an opportunity for you or start a great networking relationship. Remember, networking is much more than doing business with each other. For an opportunity to put your listening into practice, come along to Ladies that Lunch this month. On 24th June we're off to Blenheim Palace for an event with past and present members, visitors and guests alike. Currently 24 women and men are coming along to network in great surroundings in the Spencer Churchill Room (with lovely views over the lake at Blenheim). Do join them by booking online or contacting me direct on lesley@lesleyreader.co.uk .
Lesley Reader Managing Director LTL and Emerging Potential Summer Offers from The Style Counsel Image and Style Consultant (and Ladies that Lunch member), Maggie McMillan who runs The Style Counsel is offering a 10% discount on Bodymapping, Image and Style Consultations, including wardrobe management sessions. For June, July and August these will be £225. In addition, if your wardrobe is a mess get Maggie in to be your Wardrobe Mistress. She'll rearrange your clothes and accessories, deal with any dry cleaning and alterations and pack away all your non seasonal items so they'll be in optimum condition when they're back in season - all for £220. If you hate shopping and are unsure what suits you, then take Maggie with you to the venues of your choice for 3 hours for £200 (normally £225). Or bring a friend for £295 for the both of you and let Maggie help you create a great wardrobe that works for you. Contact Maggie McMillan on 07796 691966 or email her.
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CALENDAR Click on the title for further information and to book your place Open Event at Blenheim Palace TBC | |
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A Warm Welcome To new/renewing members: Sam Sadler Sadler Talbot Ltd Helen Guinness Four by Four Consultancy Erika Oswin Oxford International College of Beauty | |
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2008 Conference and Master Class Are you an adult that grew up as an only child? Come along to a one day conference and writing masterclass for adult onlies on Saturday 12th July from 9:15am-5:30pm at the Marston Vale Forest Centre in Bedfordshire. The cost for the day inclusive of lunch and refreshments is £95. To book your place or for further information please visit the website or call Ann on 020 8994 5964.
Do you have some news or comment you want to share with our readers? Please email lesley@lesleyreader.co.uk with up to 150 words. |
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