Ideas, tips & encouragement
Practical advice on networking, business growth and staying human while you grow.
Move over golf: how padel is becoming the friendliest way to network
Padel is the fun, inclusive answer to the golf course deal. Here is why it is brilliant for meeting people and building community, and how our Rally and Relationships pop-ups bring it to life.
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Our new website is live: making structured networking easier to find
A fresh Ribbons Network website that helps business leaders find a friendly group, visit as a guest, and get involved with real purpose.
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Introducing the Ribbons members app: networking with real structure
Our new members app brings your meetings, 1-2-1s, guests and group into one place, so connecting with fellow business leaders is intentional, never left to chance.
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What to expect at your first Ribbons meeting
Nervous about your first visit? Here's exactly what happens and how welcome you'll feel.
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Tips for learning at a networking meeting
Simple, practical ways to get more out of every meeting you attend, and actually enjoy it.
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Why is learning crucial for small business owners?
Continuous learning is one of the biggest advantages a small business owner can give themselves.
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The power of laughter as a business owner
In a fast-paced, digital world it's easy to overlook genuine human connection, here's why it matters.
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How to network with intention, not just attendance
Turning up is step one. Here's how to network with purpose and see real results.
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Turning connections into referrals
Referrals come from trust, not transactions. How to build the relationships that lead to real work.
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