Networking for People Who'd Rather Not

Schedule

Thu Nov 27 2025 at 10:15 am to 11:45 am

UTC+00:00

Location

Clockwise Exeter - Coworking & Office Space | Exeter, EN

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A practical, confidence-building 90 minute workshop to help you communicate clearly, connect naturally, and make networking work for you.
About this Event

Networking for People Who'd Rather Not 😬


Networking doesn't have to feel fake or a waste of time but we know from experience that sometimes it can feel both of these things.



" I just wanted to leave. I just didn't feel like I fitted in and constantly answering the question, " What do you do?", made me feel like I was back at school, trying to impress someone I didn't even know if I wanted to impress! As I left with a handful of business cards in my pocket, I felt demotivated and as if everyone else had a better business than me. I vowed not to go again but as the weeks went by I knew that I needed new clients and so the cycle started again. Arghhhh!"



If this feels like a familiar narrative then read on.



The world is becoming increasing automated, AI is taking over but what will never become automated is the human experience.



The tricky thing though is this:-


We have become so conditioned to hide behind our computers, to absorb the edited highlight reels of people's lives and businesses on social media and more comfortable with sending a text message rather than picking up the phone that we are losing the art of human connection.


Yet, here is the truth ...



Business is done, friendships are formed, connections are made and life becomes lighter when we have aligned, connected and honest conversations. Human to human.



Chat GPT has its place but now more than ever we need to have the confidence to start, build and nurture meaningful relationships. The types of relationships which bring in new business, supporting us as we navigate life and business and that sustain us during the difficult times.



Because the future of business isn’t just tied to AI, algorithms and chatbots, it is more than ever going to call us forward to remember that humans need to connect and have real conversations.




So, if you love talking to an automated customer service agents or if you thrive on cold DMs and corporate icebreakers then this isn’t for you.



But if you:

  • Feel awkward or drained at networking events
  • Want more genuine, business-building conversations
  • Crave confidence in how you show up and talk about what you do



Then this workshop is exactly where you need to be.




Why We Created This Workshop



Because we know that too many brilliant people are hiding behind screens, feeling awkward at networking events, and quietly wishing someone would make business-building feel human again.


We’re not here to teach networking.


We’re here to help you do it , in real time, with real people.


Think of this as a conversation space for business owners who want to connect naturally, not transactionally.




What to Expect


You’ll spend 90 minutes experimenting, connecting, and finding your own rhythm for showing up at networking events and online, so that next time you walk into a room (virtual or otherwise), you will actually want to be there.



You’ll walk away with a practical networking framework that helps you:


  • Communicate your message clearly and naturally
  • Build stronger leads (without feeling salesy)
  • Actually enjoy networking again



No scripts. No theory. Just real people, real conversations and hopefully a few lightbulb moments along the way.



Who We Are


We are Emily and Claire — founders, facilitators, and big believers that the best business strategy is still being human.


Between us, we’ve spent years helping business owners, creatives and professionals find clarity, confidence and connection in how they show up.


We’ve seen what happens when people stop trying to sound “right” and start sounding real they stand out, sell naturally, and build networks that actually work.


Together, we create spaces where conversations turn into opportunities — and where networking finally feels like something you want to do.



Come and rediscover the art of human connection and learn how to stand out and sell confidently in a world that’s increasingly automated.


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Clockwise Exeter - Coworking & Office Space, Southernhay West, Exeter, United Kingdom

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