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.
Currently every two months, alternating between Aberdeen City and Aberdeenshire.
Next Books & Networking events:
Thursday 15th May 2025 - Echt, Aberdeenshire - free event: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/books-networking-tickets-1303227220699
July 2025 - Aberdeen - more details soon.
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!
Discuss your goals, ideas and what you have learned from the books you have read!
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!
Just book and pay for the meetings that you would like to attend!
You don't need to be a member of our Facebook group to attend the events (and you don't have to attend the events to join the Facebook group)!
As spaces for our meetings are limited, booking is essential.
Unfortunately we can't offer a "pay at the door" option.
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).
Click here to check out some of the book choices from previous events.
It won't be just about discussing books! There will be plenty of opportunity for networking and other general business related discussions.
With smaller groups, you actually get to speak to people, rather than just walking away with a stack of business cards!
By the end of our Books & Networking meetings, you'll have plenty of ideas for new books to read.
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.
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.
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 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.
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.
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
Books & Networking are what the people attend make them - and it's great to see the meetings evolve over time!
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