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What’s an 8 Minute Ripple?
The 8 Minute Ripple is not your typical business networking function. In fact it is quite the opposite! This connection building event successfully demonstrates one of my long held contentions that relationships (especially those in business) can be significantly enhanced when people step outside their traditional boxes and connect as individuals. Participants witness the fun and unpredictable connections that can develop by crossing paths with those they might not ordinarily meet.
How is this really different than other networking?
As discussed in the book it is the emergent, unplanned benefits of random connections and the relationships that develop that will make your life (personal and professional) a success.
That’s the same philosophy that is applied to the format of The 8 Minute Ripple.
Specifically, traditional business networking functions, are all about posturing and performance. Most rarely give you a glimpse of the true person you are meeting. Most people do the same old tired lines of "So what do you do?" exchange business cards and rarely do the necessary follow up to make the interaction a profitable one. Our event is WAY different!
We create an environment that is fun, interactive and far more likely to yield a positive result for all concerned. Through this form of interaction, participants have a truer appreciation for the people they meet, discover potential connection points, common interests and opportunities for further interaction. As one participant suggested, its like putting accelerant on the relationship.We couldn’t agree more!
What’s next?
Steve Presents at the Successful Networking Association
Steve will be bringing the 8 Minute Ripple concept to the Successful Networking Association on May 21st. Details are available on their website.
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Humana Partners Meeting
Steve will be presenting the Ripple Connection Event for the Humana Partners in Austin, Texas.
RSA Conference - San Francisco
Steve will be presenting the Conference Ripple program to the RSA Conference in San Francisco April 7th during their Networking 101 kick-off session.
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8 Minute Ripple February Connection Event
STOP NETWORKING. START CONNECTING.
Hosted by Rebecca Lightfoot owner of The Home Spa the next 8 Minute Ripple Connection Event will be happening on February 21st from 5:30-8:00PM at the New Swanky Office and Showroom.
Space is very limited for this event so pre-registration is required. No Walk-In Registration available for this event.
Schedule:
5:30-6:00 Registration & Pre-Event Mix and Mingling
6:30-7:30 Rippling
7:30-8:00 Adult Swim Rippling
8:00 to whenever -The Rippling continues at Third Base Sports Bar (Directions To Be Provided)
Light appetizers, beer, wine, sodas will be served.
Address
The Home Spa
1411 W. Sixth Street
Austin, Texas 78703
NOTE: Parking available on the street and in the back lot.
If you prefer to pay by check rather than credit card...please call me at 512-577-3700 or send me an email at steve@ripplecentral.com so I can reserve your spot. Checks can be mailed to: The Ripple Effect 300 S. Kettleman Lane Austin, Texas 78717
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Steve Ripples Help Desk Institute Analyst of the Year Gala
Steve will be the keynote presenter for the Help Desk Institute Analyst of the Year Gala on November 14th.
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Women's Franchise Network
Steve will be leading an 8 Minute Ripple for the Chicago Chapter of the Women's Franchise Network.
Contingent Workforce Strategies Summit
Steve will be presenting the Conference Ripple program for The Contingent Workforce Strategies Summit.
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Steve To Present Ripple at Association for Women in Technology
Steve will be presenting a modified version of The 8 Minute Ripple prior to the evening's festivities at the Austin Association for Women in Technology.
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If you’ve attended an 8 Minute Ripple event, then we’d appreciate your feedback.
Continue to communicate
The main focus behind the 8 Minute Ripple is to realize that people are more than just contacts and customers. You’re encouraged to continue discussions and make more and valuable connections in our online community forums.
Download the flyer
If you’re hosting an 8 Minute Ripple, you can use this flyer to promote the event and help communicate to your group exactly how beneficial it is.
Listen to an audio introduction
I’ve put together a short audio file that explains how the 8 Minute Ripple was designed to work.
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