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Feeling drained by everyone else’s energy? by Maria Bowbanks
This month our guest speaker at our WBN Online Networking and Guest Speaker session on Thursday 28th May is Maria Bowbanks – Spirit Wellbeing, Energy Awareness Coach & Trainer. She has kindly shared a blog with us about how we can pick up on other people’s energy and how it can impact you. Energy affects us…
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Reflections from the Great Women in Business Meetup 2026
Reflections from the Great Women in Business Meetup 2026 On Monday 9th March we hosted the Great Women in Business Meetup 2026, and I’m still reflecting on what a special day it was. The event took place at the National Conference Centre in Solihull, where over 100 women came together from across the Midlands and…
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Why Safe Conversations About Money Matter for Women in Business
Why Safe Conversations About Money Matter for Women in Business Let’s talk about money (in a way that feels safe). I want to talk to you about something that I know a lot of women quietly avoid. Not because they don’t care. Not because they’re irresponsible. But because it feels uncomfortable. Money The numbers The…
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Courage First, Confidence Follows: Leading Your Business Into 2026
Courage First, Confidence Follows: Leading Your Business Into 2026 January always feels different, doesn’t it? There’s something about the start of a new year -a renewed energy, a different perspective and an excitement for what lies ahead. Its often a time for change and working differently, even if nothing drastic changes overnight. January gives us…
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Relaunching In-Person Networking at The Mill with a Macmillan Coffee Morning
Relaunching In-Person Networking at The Mill with a Macmillan Coffee Morning On Thursday 18th September, something very special is happening at The Mill Business Centre in Fazeley, Tamworth – the relaunch of monthly in-person networking at the brand new WBN Hub. Before Covid, The Mill was a thriving place for local business owners to meet,…
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The Real Cost of Networking Without a Strategy — and What I’ve Learned From My Own Journey
The Real Cost of Networking Without a Strategy — and What I’ve Learned From My Own Journey When I started networking back in 2009, I’ll be honest — I didn’t really know what I was doing. I was shy. Quiet. An introvert through and through. The idea of standing up and talking about myself or…
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From Nervous Beginner to Confident Connector: Why I Created the Networking with Confidence Workshop Series
When I started my first business back in 2009, I had no clients, no fancy contacts, and—if I’m being really honest—not a lot of confidence either. I’m an introvert by nature. I was shy, quiet in groups, and the idea of putting myself “out there” filled me with dread. But I knew I wanted to…
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Feeling Stuck? These 3 Patterns Might Be Holding You Back
Feeling Stuck? These 3 Patterns Might Be Holding You Back You’re not alone if things feel a bit stuck or scattered right now — I’ve been there too. And I see it every day in the brilliant women I work with through Women’s Business Network and my 1-1 Empower Hours. It’s so easy to get…
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Merry Christmas from our Founder Sharon Louca
A Merry Christmas Message from Sharon Louca our Founder and Host Thank you to all of our members, followers and connections for their love and support this year! It has been an honour to share with you the highs and the lows of business ownership
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Mastering Your Thoughts and Emotions: Essential Strategies for Success and Well-Being
Mastering Your Thoughts and Emotions: Essential Strategies for Success and Well-Being Our thoughts and emotions influence everything in our lives—from how we feel about ourselves and others to our happiness, success, and the actions we take (or don’t). These factors shape how our days, weeks, months, and even years unfold. In this blog, we’ll explore…
