Events
Regular networking events!
These are small informal networking meetings - ideal for sole traders and small businesses.
In addition to the usual networking, connecting and getting to know other businesses, there is plenty of opportunity to discuss the books you have read, what you have learned and your goals/plans.
Next Books & Networking:
Wednesday 22nd May 2024, 11:00am-1:00pm
Writing/self publishing themed!
Tickets available at: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/books-networking-writing-self-publishing-themed-tickets-871690318207
Business networking with a book theme!
Discuss Books
Recommend and discuss books you have recently read. Don't worry if you are not reading a book at the moment - you could ask for a book recommendation!
Goals, learning and knowledge
Discuss your goals, ideas and what you have learned from the books you have read!
Network!
We don't just talk about books! An opportunity to network and for general discussions. More then a stack of business cards - a great way to get to know other business owners!
No subscriptions or memberships
Just book and pay for the meetings that you would like to attend!
Don't use Facebook?
Everyone is welcome to attend our networking events - including anyone who may not be a member of our Facebook group.
Booking Essential!
As spaces for our meetings are limited, booking is essential.
Unfortunately we can't offer a "pay at the door" option.
Which books will we be discussing?
Whether it's inspirational, personal development, business, biographies, the "For Dummies" series, industry specific books - if they help your work or business - they are up for discussion!
No specific book! Unlike a traditional book club where everyone reads the same book, Books & Networking is about discussing what each person is reading at the moment (rather then everyone reading the same book).
Meet new contacts
It won't be just about discussing books! There will be plenty of opportunity for networking and other general business related discussions.
Ideas for books to read
By the end of our Books & Networking meetings, you'll have plenty of ideas for new books to read.
Face-to-face meetings
Books & Networking will be face-to-face - with a round-the-table/boardroom style setup.
We may look into offering the option for people to be able to join in virtually for future meetings.
Guest speakers
From time to time we'll invite guest speakers - these will be advertised for each event. Often these talks will have a book theme or connection.
Meet the author
We may invite authors of business/personal development books to attend as guests to talk about their books. These will be advertised for each event.
You don't need to bring your book
You don't need to bring the book you are currently reading with you to the meeting. Although some people do find it easier to talk about the book if they have it with them.
Worksheet to help you prepare...
If you are looking for help preparing for a Books & Networking meeting or to talk about the books you are reading - you can download a free worksheet.
Event Sponsorship
Promote your business, while helping to cover the costs of organising our events - by sponsoring a future Books & Networking meeting!
If you are interested in sponsoring a future event, e-mail: simon@libraryplayer.co.uk
Feedback welcome!
Any feedback is welcome - if there's anything you'd like to see at future meetings or any feedback, please let Simon know: simon@libraryplayer.co.uk