Who says networking must be serious?
During Be a Kid Week this October, members of the Sterling Solihull networking group embraced their inner five-year-olds in support of Acorns Children’s Hospice, the charity currently holding the group’s charity seat.
For one week only, the traditional 60-second business introductions were delivered as though we were five years old. The results were both hilarious and surprisingly insightful, highlighting the value of simplifying what we do and why we do it.
Group Leader Sarah fully embraced the theme, bringing along retro sweets and paper aeroplanes for members to build and fly during the meeting. Even our visitor for the day got involved, enthusiastically taking part and claiming victory in a game of Pin the Tail on the Donkey.
Adding to the nostalgia, several members displayed childhood photographs as a virtual background, creating a meeting full of laughter, memories and genuine connection.
The event proved that networking doesn’t have to be dull. By stepping outside our comfort zones and having some fun, we strengthened relationships while raising more than £50 for Acorns Children’s Hospice.
Acorns’ Time Machine and Be a Kid Week form part of their ambitious three-year campaign to raise £5 million in addition to their annual £14 million running costs to help reach children and families who currently cannot access Acorns’ vital services.
If your business, organisation or networking group would like to get involved in Be a Kid Week next year, why not arrange a 1-2-1 with Ruth Longville, Partnerships Engagement Officer (ruth.longville@acorns.org.uk) at Acorns Children’s Hospice, to find out how your team can make a difference while having fun along the way?
After all, you’re never too old to be a kid again.
