Amsterdam Business Breakfast

24/03/2021

SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT

Things are changing with Business Breakfasts for a little while.

The difficulties of the last year have made it clear that it's time for something different.

Between Zoom fatigue and lockdown stresses, like many business owners, we had to adapt, and we truly miss in person events!

So we've decided it was best to take a break.

Due to the Corona Pandemic and with fewer restrictions in near sight, all Business Breakfasts activities will be on hold until further notice.

At least until all restrictions have been removed and we can safely resume our normal lives again where we can meet in person with ease.

We look forward to seeing you all again soon!

25/12/2020

From all of us at Business Breakfasts, we would like to say thank you all for your continued support. Christmas is a time of giving, and we’d like to give you a huge thank you for being part of our community!

Its been a a very challenging year for all of us personally and professionally so we hope you enjoy spending a relaxing time with your friends and family this holiday season.

Have a very Merry Christmas and all the best in 2020. We look forward to seeing you all again in the new year and we hope in real life, sooner than later!

Yours sincerely,

The Business Breakfasts Team

16/12/2020

Business Breakfasts has big plans for 2021 and we would love to have the help of a:

Social Media and Community Management Intern

The ideal candidate is team player and wants to be part of a growing startup. You will support in creating an active marketing voice and presence behind all our social media platforms. You will communicate with our community members and engage with our audience and experts on a regular basis. You will also have plenty of opportunity to share your opinions and feedback, and learn from other entrepreneurs.

Your profile:
· HBO student Media/Communication
· Available 4-6 months and preferably full-time
· Strong command of English and talent for creative, engaging writing
· Creative mind
· Strong networking and communication skills
· Knowledge of the newest social media trends and channels
· Enjoys working in a flexible environment

Due to the newest Corona measures, this internship will take place remotely but with regular contact with me.

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to send me a DM or an email.

If you're ready to apply, please send your motivation to [email protected].

Deadline is January 4th, 2021.

04/12/2020

Every month, 10 experts provide Business Breakfasts Premium Members content to help them grow their businesses, each with a very different skillset. They share videos, blogs, downloadable templates, and more!

The subjects they cover are:
- Visibility Strategies
- Dutch Language Skills
- Personal Branding
- Productivity and Growth Hacking
- Public Relations
- Policy and Communications Strategies
- Photography skills
- Content Strategy
- Leadership Presence

For information about this months topics, please check out this promo video created by James Calcinai.

Many thanks again: Nicoline Huizinga, Melanie van der Storm, Yustine Alvares, Bogdan Manta, Jennifer Delano, Sangbreeta Moitra, Silja Thor, Richard Doughty, Nataliya Volosovych, Albert Both!

I'd also like to invite you to join our exclusive community on Mighty Networks, here: https://lnkd.in/degjSrt.

02/12/2020

Business Breakfasts is now on Instagram!

We may be a bit late to the game, but we're finally here! From today onward we will be sharing all of the wonderful past, present, and future images with all of you each week on Instagram.

It will be everything from our events to all the people who made Business Breakfasts a success to special announcements and more.

Make to sure to follow us at https://www.instagram.com/business_breakfasts/ and our hashtag to stay tuned.

Your team (from left to right) Lara Wilkens - Marketing Solutions (Founder), Ana Gallo (Project management & planning), nunez of GEM Services (Email Marketing), calcinai of Studio Calcinai (Graphic Design), and Juan David Garzon (Community Management.)



Photo credit: Dave Pelham Photography

20/11/2020

Are you a solopreneur looking for a space to talk about your business?

Would you like to learn from other solopreneurs how they are growing their audiences and client base, or how they promote their products or services?

Are you working on a new project or have an upcoming event or special offer that you would like to share in person?

Then join us next Wednesday November 25th, from 9.00-10.30 for Business Breakfasts Online Networking Event for Solopreneurs!

You can expect plenty of time to have discussions and to to get to know each other.

Join us next week Wednesday morning and kick start your day! You'll leave inspired and even possibly with new collaborations and projects.

For more information and ticket registration, please visit:

https://bit.ly/3l1v2pB

17/11/2020

Hi everyone! Business Breakfasts has two more events this month. Each unique in their own way and both very relevant for the growing solopreneur!

In this video I explain what kinds of events, and what you can expect if you attend.

For more information about the Online Networking Event for Solopreneurs, please visit: https://bit.ly/3l1v2pB

For more information about the Business Model Booster Workshop for Solopreneurs, please visit: https://bit.ly/2I4IZ7J

Looking forward to seeing you all at an upcoming event!

14/11/2020

Scaling your business as a solopreneur needs a good plan that aligns with all aspects of your business. You need a clear focus and well-coordinated approach.

If you are a solopreneur going through growing pains, being challenged with not being able to grow, or you are not sure what steps are needed to move your business forward, then this workshop is for you!

On November 26th and 27th, 3 hours each day, Silja Thor and I will be hosting a "Business Model Booster Workshop for Solopreneurs."

This workshop will be hands-on with a combined group mastermind and coaching element. You will be working closely with Lara Wilkens and Silja and you will receive peer-to-peer feedback about your business, to leverage different perspectives.

We will start by analyzing your current situation, step-by- step, with the aim to develop a growth plan that best fits your business.

For more information and registration, please visit: https://bit.ly/2I4IZ7J

Scaling your business as a solopreneur needs a good plan that aligns with all aspects of your business. You need focus & a clear direction.

11/11/2020

At Business Breakfasts we like to help solopreneurs get noticed and to help others find them.

So, as part of our Anniversary month of November, we are highlighting our Premium Members and their businesses, and put together a Virtual Goodie Bag for all who participated.

Click here to see their information, special offers and details: https://bit.ly/35f5xvl

What is the Business Breakfasts Premium Membership?

Here are the benefits:

- Exclusive access to private online community
- All networking and presentations are free!
- Premium Member profile and directory
- Opportunity to promote your business & special offers internally and externally such as the Virtual Goodie Bag
- Up to 50% discount on business development workshops
- Up to 20% discount on BB Business School programs including group mastermind and coaching sessions
- Promote your business and offerings every week in private community
- Receive monthly mini lessons from our experts and library
- Share your needs and opportunities anytime
- Participate in weekly themed discussion threads

Try it for 2 weeks for free here: https://business-breakfasts.mn.co/

22/10/2020

Hi everyone! This is a friendly reminder that tomorrow from 10-noon we're hosting an Online Networking Event!

As a solo-preneur these times may be even more difficult then ever to get our businesses noticed, share our knowledge, talk about our latest projects, and connect with other like-minded entrepreneurs.

Networking is a great place to do this which has always been at the heart of all Business Breakfasts including Amsterdam Business Breakfast.

Even though Corona has pushed all Business Breakfasts events online, we still offer a place to network.

As solo-preneurs, we need to be seen, we want to meet our next 'Business Buddies," get referrals, ask other peoples point of view on issues we're experiencing, share our knowledge, talk about our latest projects, form new partnerships or projects, be inspired, generate new ideas, mentor, build our credibility, this list goes on.

At the next Amsterdam Business Breakfasts Online Networking Event you will have all these opportunities. You will meet entrepreneurs of various backgrounds and years of experience all willing to help wherever possible.

Join us tomorrow morning! https://bit.ly/33BMIBH

Looking forward to meeting you there!

Join us for a breakfast networking event with your fellow entrepreneurs!

17/10/2020

Are you currently chasing project after project?

Do you want to start getting paying customers, consistently and confidently?

Then this could be good news for you!

Silja Thor and Lara Wilkens - Marketing Solutions will be hosting a FREE training 5 Steps to Create a Compelling Offer and Get Paying Clients.

Creating a compelling (online) offer requires extensive knowledge of your ideal client and their specific needs and challenges.

If a business does not have a compelling offer, there is a good chance they won’t grow. It’s at the heart of any business success and what keeps it moving forward.

Whatever your service, if you can craft the right offer around it, you will be successful! The right offer for your ideal client will be your gateway towards more sales!

During this intensive one-hour training, we will learn:
- How to plan with the end in mind
- What will make your ideal client excited about your offer
​- What problem your ideal client is facing
- ​How to create and deliver on a big promise
​- How to price your offer

This free training provides you with the step-by-step framework to create a compelling online offer that your ideal client wants to invest in.

To join, please register here: http://www.bbbschool.nl/online-offer

Looking forward to seeing you there!

5 STEPS TO CREATE A COMPELLING OFFER AND GET PAYING CLIENTS