Simply Business Club

01/09/2026

What do you take to a networking meeting?

Business cards?
Phone?
Coffee? Definitely if it's an early one!

But what about a notebook and pen?

It might just be one of the most useful networking tools you have.

Think about how much information you hear during one meeting: names, businesses, services, locations, ideal customers, introductions people are looking for…

Can you honestly remember all of it afterwards?

Taking a few simple notes can help you:

Remember who's who
Make better introductions
Spot referral opportunities
Personalise your follow-up
Really listen to what other people need
Become a much better connector

Because successful networking isn't just about how many people you meet.

It's about how well you get to know them.

Our latest SBC blog looks at why a notebook could become one of your most valuable business networking tools.

Read the full blog here: https://simplybusinessclub.co.uk/at-business-networking-take-notes/

And next time you come to SBC…

Bring a notebook. Bring a pen. And take notes!

28/08/2026

Then just like that… we’ve reached the last Bank Holiday weekend of the summer!

It’s been a bit of a strange summer at SBC: holidays, people coming and going, children off school and routines generally being all over the place!

But there’s something about September that always feels like a fresh start.

The children go back to school, diaries become a little easier to manage, routines return, and suddenly we’re heading into the final quarter of the year.

And we’re ready for it!

Plenty is happening at Simply Business Club over the coming months and lots for us to plan, build and look forward to.

But first… one last long summer weekend.

We hope all our members, visitors, friends and followers have a fantastic Bank Holiday weekend. Enjoy the break, recharge the batteries and then let’s come back ready for a big push towards the end of 2026.

September… let’s do this!

25/08/2026

We are all fans of something… but are you a fan of business networking?

Think about what being a fan actually means.

You turn up.
You get to know the people around you.
You support others.
You celebrate the wins.
You stick around when things don't quite go to plan.
And eventually, you become part of a community.

Sound familiar?

Because successful business networking isn't actually that different.

You don't have to be the loudest person in the room or leave every meeting with a new customer.

It's about showing up consistently, having conversations, supporting people and allowing relationships to grow.

Our latest blog asks:

Are You a Fan of Business Networking?

And explores why getting behind networking could be one of the best ways to support your business.

Read the full blog here: https://simplybusinessclub.co.uk/are-you-a-fan-of-business-networking/

So, over to you… Are you already a networking fan, or are you still waiting to be converted?

Are you a fan of business networking? Discover how regular networking can build relationships, generate referrals and create new opportunities for your business.

18/08/2026

What's the Recipe for Successful Business Networking?

Take a generous helping of authenticity…

Add some curiosity…

Mix in plenty of meaningful conversation…

Add a large spoonful of listening

Season with consistency…

Give it plenty of time for trust to develop…

And finish with a good helping of follow-up.

Sounds simple, doesn't it?

But just like cooking, networking isn't about throwing all the ingredients together and hoping for the best!

Rush it, add too much selling, forget an important ingredient or fail to follow the method, and the results might not be quite what you hoped for.

Our latest SBC blog looks at why your approach to business networking should be like following a recipe, and the ingredients that can turn a room full of contacts into genuine relationships and opportunities.

Read the full blog here: https://simplybusinessclub.co.uk/why-your-approach-to-business-networking-should-be-like-following-a-recipe/

And we'd love to know…

What's the secret ingredient in YOUR networking recipe?

Discover why successful business networking is like following a recipe and learn the key ingredients for stronger relationships, referrals and business growth

28/07/2026

Want People to Remember Your Networking Pitch? Tell a Story.

When you stand up to introduce your business, do you list your services...or do you give people something they'll remember?

A great networking pitch isn't about cramming in everything you do. It's about helping people understand how you help others.

Share a recent client success story.
Celebrate one of your customers' achievements.
Teach the room something useful.
Ask a question that gets people thinking.

When you stop trying to sell and start adding value, people are far more likely to remember you... and recommend you.

Our latest blog (Part 2) shares practical ways to make your networking pitch more engaging, more memorable and more likely to generate referrals.

Read the full blog here: https://simplybusinessclub.co.uk/blog/

21/07/2026

Should You Change Your Networking Pitch Every Week?

If you attend networking regularly, here's a question...

🤔 Are people still listening to your pitch... or could they recite it for you?

Consistency is important, but saying exactly the same thing every week can make your introduction predictable.

The secret isn't changing what you do...

It's changing how you talk about it.

✨ Share a client success story.
✨ Highlight a different service.
✨ Bust a myth about your industry.
✨ Ask the room a thought-provoking question.

Keep your core message the same, but give people a new reason to remember you.

In our latest blog, we explain how refreshing your networking pitch can help you stay memorable, build stronger relationships, and create more opportunities.

📖 Read the full blog here: https://simplybusinessclub.co.uk/how-often-should-you-change-your-business-networking-pitch/

Discover how often you should update your business networking pitch and learn practical tips to stay memorable, build relationships and generate more referrals

13/07/2026

What's On This Week at Simply Business Club?

A new week means new opportunities to connect, collaborate, and grow your business.

This week, we have our regular online meeting, three fantastic face-to-face networking meetings across Kent, plus our FREE community networking event at Thanet Wanderers.

Here's what's coming up:

Monday 13th July
SBC Online
11:00am – 12:30pm

Tuesday 14th July
SBC Thanet
Baypoint
7:15am – 9:30am

Tuesday 14th July
Thanet Wanderers Networking (FREE to attend)
St Peter's Recreation Ground, Broadstairs
6:00pm – 7:30pm

Wednesday 15th July
SBC Dover
Dover Marina Hotel
7:15am – 9:30am

Thursday 16th July
SBC Dartford
Rowhill Grange
7:15am – 9:30am

Whether you're looking to grow your network, raise your profile, find new opportunities, or simply enjoy great conversations with like-minded business owners, we'd love to welcome you.

Opportunities are missed when you don't attend!

09/07/2026

What is Business Networking?

It is one of the most searched questions on Google...

The answer?

Business networking is not about selling; it is about building relationships with people who get to know you, trust you, and eventually recommend or work with you.

The best networking isn't transactional; it's conversational.

At Simply Business Club, we believe networking should feel natural, supportive and enjoyable, not like a sales meeting.

After all, people buy from people...not pitches.

07/07/2026

The Business Show Is Over... Now What?

You've had some great conversations.
You've collected business cards.
You've connected with people on LinkedIn.
You've come away full of ideas.

But here's the question...

What happens next?

The biggest opportunities from a business show rarely happen on the day itself—they happen in the days and weeks afterwards.

A simple follow-up message...
A coffee meeting...
A LinkedIn connection...
A conversation continued...

These are the things that turn introductions into relationships and relationships into opportunities.

In our latest blog, we share practical tips on how to make the most of every conversation after a business show and why your follow-up is just as important as your attendance.

Read the full blog here: https://simplybusinessclub.co.uk/how-to-follow-up-after-a-business-show/

Because the exhibition may be over…

…but your networking is only just beginning.

Learn how to follow up after a business show as an exhibitor, speaker or attendee, and turn new connections into lasting business opportunities with SBC

06/07/2026

A New Week Begins at Simply Business Club

This week, we are hosting our online meeting alongside four excellent face-to-face networking events:

Monday 6th July
SBC Online
11:00am – 12:30pm

Tuesday 7th July
SBC Whitstable
Riverside, Whitstable
7:15am – 9:30am

Wednesday 8th July
SBC Bromley
Bromley Court Hotel
7:15am – 9:30am

Thursday 9th July
SBC Folkestone
Burlington Hotel
7:15am – 9:30am

Friday 10th July
SBC Gillingham
Avenue Tennis
7:15am – 9:30am

We encourage you to take full advantage of the opportunities this week presents. Join us to share your current projects, explore potential collaborations, and discover how the SBC community can support your business growth.

Opportunities are often missed when you don’t attend.