August at HEN was filled with networking opportunities, skill-building workshops, and inspiring connections.
Forget the summer heat! August at HEN India was ablaze with growth opportunities and empowering connections. Our members thrived, fostering their businesses while prioritising their well-being.
Networking Sprouted: From artisan partnerships (Networking Meet with Artisans) to building trust within the community (HEN Bangalore Networking Meet & HEN Delhi Meet), connections blossomed across various events.
Skills Bloomed: Negotiation skills flourished with Manish Tiwari’s workshop (“From Deal Breaker to Deal Maker”). Marketing strategies took root with Nisha’s Night Adda and Neetu Bansal’s Customer Persona session (HEN Night Adda & HEN Tuesday). Content creation blossomed with the “Take Charge of Your Marketing Content” workshop.
Collaboration Took Root: HEN Power Circle members thrived with dedicated spaces for brainstorming and sharing expertise (HEN Night Addas). Weekly HEN Tuesdays provided a fertile ground for collective problem-solving and knowledge exchange.
1. Networking mMeet with Artisans
The event was a huge opportunity for those who:
- Design and sell fashion apparel or accessories
- Create beautiful home furnishings
- Incorporate embroidery or appliqué into your products in any way
- Are looking for unique and high-quality craftsmanship to elevate your brand
The participants Met and networked with skilled artisans showcasing their amazing work. They discovered the possibilities of incorporating embroidery and appliqué into their designs.
They Explore potential collaborations with these talented craftspeople and gained valuable insights into sourcing, production, and ethical practices.
The event enabled entrepreneurs to
1. Unearth hidden gems to add a touch of artistry to their brand.
2. Expand their network and build meaningful connections.
3. Support traditional crafts and empower artisans.
This was a special meet where we had 6 artisans in the room from the embroidery background and 25 entrepreneurs to explore collaborations.
2. HEN Hyderabad Networking Meet
- Forge Strong Bonds: Connect with like-minded women who are passionate about their businesses.
- Learn and Grow: Share insights, challenges, and triumphs in a supportive space
- Discover New Opportunities: Explore collaborations, partnerships, and potential customers.
- Be Inspired: Get motivated by the stories and successes of fellow entrepreneurs.
And the cherry on top? HEN Founder, Ruche, joined them to share her entrepreneurial journey!
Payal shared practical strategies for utilising teen talent in various areas, including research work, content creation, influencer marketing, and more.
3. HEN Night Adda - Marketing + Pricing Strategy
Nisha, a talented photographer, sought guidance on strategising her marketing efforts and building her negotiation power.
This is the magic of HEN Night Addas! It’s about connecting, collaborating, and empowering women entrepreneurs like you to overcome challenges and achieve success.
4. HEN Tuesdays - Day to Day Business Discussion
Discussion on marketing, operations and processes
HEN Tuesdays, your weekly dose of connection, collaboration, and conquering those business challenges together when you feel overwhelmed by your business .
This HEN Tuesday was a free flow discussion and questions on the table were:
- How to build consultation service company?
- How to build corporate connection for hotels?
- Do influencers really work?
- When is a good time for influencer marketing?
- Want to build connections with gift curators?
5. From Deal Breaker to Deal Maker: Negotiation Strategies
The key learnings of this session were:
- Why Negotiation Matters: Understand the critical role of negotiation in every aspect of business, from sales and contracts to partnerships and resource allocation.
- The 3-Step Negotiation Framework for Success: Master a simple and effective framework that guides you through every stage of a negotiation.
- Best Practices and Tips: Learn actionable strategies for each step of the negotiation process, including preparation, communication, and closing the deal.
- Common Mistakes and How to Avoid Them: Identify pitfalls that can derail negotiations and gain strategies to navigate them confidently.
- Q&A Session: Ask your questions and gain valuable insights from Manish Tiwari.
This workshop was a not-to-miss opportunity for
- Entrepreneurs and business owners
- Sales professionals
- Managers and team leaders
- Anyone who wants to improve their negotiation skills
The enthusiastic entrepreneurs grabbed this opportunity to
- Become a more confident and impactful negotiator
- Strike better deals and achieve their business goals
- Gain valuable insights from a negotiation expert
6. HEN Bangalore Networking Meet
The agenda for the meeting was to meet fellow entrepreneurs and learn from each other’s experience.
During this networking meet, we covered
- 1 hour of structured networking
- 1 hour of open networking and snacks
- 4 HEN Power Circle Members showcased their products and services.
Why should you grab these opportunities?
- It is a space to build more trust with larger community
- The room is filled with HEN members and women entrepreneurs
7. HEN Tuesday - Customer Persona
Key takeaways for the session was:
- Insights: Neetu guided us through a practice and discussion session centered around the customer personas.
- Peer Learning: Get valuable insights from fellow HEN members as we shared our personas and learn from each other’s experiences.
- Expert Guidance: Neetu provided expert coaching and feedback to help us refine our personas and ensure they’re laser-focused on our ideal customer.
The participants go a first hand experience by filling out the workbook under the guidance of our expert.
8. How to Network & Collaborate on HEN
Discover how HEN can empower your business to the next level by Priyanka Changia.
The HEN Advantage: Through this session, our HEN members got the inside scoop on HEN’s exciting new offerings and partnerships designed to fuel their business growth.
- Networking Made Easy: Learn how to leverage HEN’s resources.
- Spark New Collaborations: Find the perfect partners to complement your skills and expertise.
- Fuel Business Development: Open doors to new opportunities and watch your business soar.
- Boost Your Visibility: Get your brand seen by the right people and elevate your success.
9. HEN Night Adda - for Growth & Marketing Strategy
When a HEN Power Circle member, Priyanka Gupta, expressed interest in brainstorming on business growth strategies for her business, some of us joined the #hennightadda
The session was about:
- Meta ads best practices
- Budget strategy for meta ads
- Creating service menu for customers and using it for bundling services to upsell
- How to prepare for corporate customers
- Discussion on how do customers take a purchasing decision and much more.
10. Take charge of your Marketing Content
In this session, they key takeaways were:
- The core purpose of effective marketing content
- How to leverage brand archetypes to create content that resonates
- Practical templates to structure your brand archetype-driven content
- Hands-on exercises to apply your newfound knowledge
From this session our HEN members gained:
- A clear understanding of their brand’s voice and messaging
- A structured approach to content creation
- Actionable tips to improve their content’s impact
11. HEN Virtual Networking Meet
- Elevator Pitch: Shine bright with a concise introduction that leaves a lasting impression.
- Support System: Share how you can support and uplift your fellow entrepreneurs. It’s all about collaboration!
- ASK: Let the community know what you’re seeking. Your ask might just be a connection away!
- Success: Celebrate your victories! We want to hear about the wins that make your entrepreneurial journey extraordinary.
12. HEN Delhi Meet In Person Meet
It was chance to:
- Build Your Tribe: Connect with inspiring women from diverse backgrounds and industries.
- Empower Each Other: Share experiences, challenges, and aspirations in a supportive space.
- Unlock Growth: Discover new avenues for collaboration and propel your business forward.
- Spark Connections: Build lasting relationships that can fuel your entrepreneurial journey.
13. HEN Lives on Instagram
- Top E-commerce Trends
2. Impacting Local Communities through Tourism
Hear from Himani Joshi, CO-founder, Eduhive Creative Solutions, Partner- Heart of Landour to know how she has built a second venture in the tourism space and @heartoflandour
Shalu Singhal, Director ABS Business Services Pvt. Ltd. shared her expertise on the topic.
14. HEN Lives on Youtube
HEN Lives are Youtube Lives where HEN PowerCircle members come to share their entrepreneurial journey and learnings about their business.
Common mistakes of entrepreneurs revealed by Gunjan Pai. A LIVE session as we delved deep into the 5 most common sales mistakes entrepreneurs make and how to avoid them!
Our amazing host, Gunjan Pai, Founder – Copylove in conversation with our guest – Manish Tiwari, Sales Coach spilled the beans on what’s really holding you back from closing those deals.
Together, they explored the common patterns that hold us back from reaching our full potential: the “not that bad” trap and the comfort of the familiar.
We discover how a personal struggle with sensitive skin led to the creation of a successful, all-natural skincare brand. We also Learnt about the challenges and triumphs of building a business centered around fragrance-free products.
4. The Power of Networking : Your Ticket to Collaboration!
We learnt all about the art of networking and discovered the essential tips and hacks that have helped Pallavi and Gunjan forge meaningful connections and drive their businesses forward. We also explored the critical role of an outsourced CMO and how it can elevate your business strategy.
13. August at HEN Recap: Networking with Purpose
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Article Contribution by – Sapna Garg