Successful networking is about developing relationships, which will build your reputation, attract new prospects, and provide referral opportunities. By attending Business 1st meetings on a regular basis, you will grow your contacts and become a trusted colleague to other members within the group. Business First Meetings
Meetings are held every Thursday morning, from 6.30am – 8.30am at Darnford Moors Golf Club, Darnford Lane, Lichfield, Staffordshire, WS14 9JG - location map.
With open networking from 6.30am, the meeting starts promptly at 7am, and finishes around 8.30am. Some members then often continue to discuss business with other members after the meeting, whilst others head off promptly to continue their working day.
As well as the chance to network and promote your business, you can also enjoy a wholesome breakfast served with fresh tea, coffee and juice – to start your day the right way.
Business 1st Meeting Agenda |
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6.30 - 7.00 |
Open Networking -
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An opportunity for members, visitors, substitutes and guest to openly network prior to the main meeting. |
7.00 |
Commencement of the Main Meeting |
Welcome from the group chairman and his/her leadership team |
7.05 |
Introduction of thecurrent leadership team |
Introduction of the chairman and leadership team. |
7.10 |
Education Slot |
Educational information given on a subject relevant to all members to help them grow their business |
7.20 |
Members 60 Second Infomercials |
An opportunity for members of the group (and substitutes) to present their business and/or product, oralternatively raise awareness of a related nature. |
7.50 |
Visitors 60 Second Infomercials |
An opportunity for visitors to present their business and/or product, oralternatively raise awareness of a related nature. |
7.55 |
Secretary Treasurers Report |
Report on Group Finances and any Related Matters |
8.00 |
10 Minute Presentation |
An invitation to a member (or invited guest) to undertake a pre-arranged 10 minute presentation to the group about their business, product, service or industry. |
8.10 |
Q&A on the Ten Minutes |
An opportunity to question the 10 minute guest about their presentation and/or business, product, service or industry as a whole. |
8.15 |
Business Referral and/or Testimonials |
One of the most important components of the Business 1st meeting agenda - where Business referrals or testimonials are passed between all attendees and money is made and knowledge exchanged. |
8.25 |
Membership Co-ordinators Report |
The membership co-ordinator has an invaluable role to play within the group and this is the time where information on group performance and news are relayed to the rest of the group. |
8.30 |
Close of Main Meeting |
The chairman closes the main meeting for the morning. |
8.30 - 900 |
Open Networking -
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An opportunity for members, visitors, substitutes and guest to continue networking after the main meeting. |