Event - British Polo Day
GLOBAL RELATIONSHIP BUILDING W I T H B R I T I S H P O L O D AY
Having hosted over 65 British Polo Days in 16 countries spread over five continents British Polo Day is the’ King of Relationship Building’ Some say you’re only as powerful as your network, and that is true. A business network should be a qualified, selective group of people we can count on, tap into and rely on for support, direction and insight. We also have to find the right balance of giving and taking in a collaborative relationship. Everyone tells us we should be networking more to grow a business and develop sales leads. However, networking has mixed connotations of large, impersonal conference centres, data capturing, accumulating stacks of business cards, and waiting for people to accept their LinkedIn invitations. In order to build our network, we find ourselves going to non-stop events, and joining societies and private members’ clubs in the hope that we will make invaluable connections to propel us forward in our endeavours.
Networking Vs Relationship Building
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The definition of networking is interacting
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with people for the purpose of developing a diverse group of contacts for use at a future date. Whereas, relationship building on the other hand is investing emotional and intellectual capital into various parties to establish a personal connection, regardless on the tangible benefit from said investment. Meanwhile, Millennials now think they are staying in touch by updating their status and making connections on their Facebook, LinkedIn, or Twitter channels but this does not make up for face-to-face interactions. One thing that Millennials have got right though is that they crave experiences, rather than material items.
Building Relationships Through Distinct Experiences in Iconic Destinations British Polo Day began in Dubai in 2009 with the aim of creating an invitation only global platform to build relationships with some of the world’s most dynamic and interesting individuals, through distinct experiences hosted in iconic destinations.
There have now been over 65 British Polo Days in 16 countries spread over 5 continents, with a partnership base that remains characterised by best in class across the board and one that now represents over 2,000 years of cumulative heritage. The invitation only British Polo Day is almost like the ultimate travelling Private Members’ club that offers connections and introductions in cities across the globe, and an opportunity to build relationships with other like-minded partners and their clients.
Meaningful Connections and Solid Rapports Make meaningful connections for people by offering something before asking for a favour; the greatest compliment in business is a referral. This will build trust, an ingredient that builds strong, long lasting business relationships. British Polo Day now travels to seven destinations a year, which means partners do not need to worry about building a great first impression
