Brain-Friendly Learning Group: Professional Development & Networking

1. - Appreciate professional development?- Want to increase your profile?- Enjoy collaboration?- Have a desire to generate more business?- Need to network more? Do You…

2. We are a professional development group with a curiosity about the brain, people, creativity and learning. We are passionate about continuously improving our performance, professionalism and the results organisations and individuals achieve from learning and development. The BFLG group is growing and has over 1,000 members internationally, consisting of L&D people working within organisations and independently. We have a wide range of skills and expertise  and welcome anybody with an interest in learning. It doesn’t matter whether you’ve never heard of ‘brain friendly learning’ before today – or you’re already one of its seasoned advocates; we all want to learn more. …exists to support trainers/ coaches/ facilitators to be even better professionally AND To enhance your marketing strategy

3. The History Stella Collins was looking for a way to develop her professional skills, collaborate with colleagues, and network with key clients but couldn’t find the right place, so started her own group; which quickly flourished. Now there are numerous groups in the UK and, as hosts, we’re growing our businesses, sharing our expertise and learning together. With the upsurge in interest in neuroscience and learning we’re keeping up with new developments; spreading the word about practical application of new ideas; creating best practise for people to learn more effectively and growing our businesses. We now come together on projects, exhibition stands and key clients; pass on referrals and collaborate; challenge and support each other and share business growth strategies.

4. How does it work? • When you hold your first meeting we will guide you through the whole process so you know exactly what to do & expect in the future. • As a host you will invite who you want to showcase your talents including current & potential clients • You will be seen as a thought leader and further deepen your own professional network and have the opportunity to collaborate with others • Each area runs different events through the year whether that’s meetings, informal coffee sessions, webinars, social media etc – it’s up to you to be creative • If attendees from your events join our Brain Friendly Training Programmes you receive a referral fee • There’s an annual fee to pay for the brand and licence – but you get to keep all revenues you make from meetings or events www.brainfriendlylearninggroup.com

5. As A BFLG Host…… • Provided with the opportunity to showcase your own skills and expertise • Develop relationships with individuals and organisation within your area & beyond • Assistance with the marketing of your BFLG to your contacts, including social media, webinars and our monthly newsletter • Access to special BFLG information and resources • Space on the BFLG website to promote your meetings and business • Attendance of annual ‘mastermind’ meeting to discuss strategy, develop and share your learning • Joint marketing & promotional opportunities and joint ventures where appropriate

6. Other people say… Running a BFLG group is a great opportunity to share my passion for learning with like-minded people as well as developing my own knowledge.  It is a treat and a privilege at the same time.“ Helen Ashton, Langley House Trust The BFLG is both interesting and relevant to what we do. It gives you a different perspective on how you do things” Elaine Roy – British Engines “The Brain Friendly Learning Group is my trainers’ playground. It’s indulgent to be on the receiving end of learning, sharing and testing ideas. I’m a better trainer because of it and  it’s helped me stand out and get more business.” Clare Haynes, Wildfire BFLG meetings are an excellent way to refuel as a trainer and invest in your own personal and business development” Grainne Ridge - All About Results www.brainfriendlylearninggroup.com

7. Next steps If you would like to become a host then here’s what happens next…… Call +44 1256 698316 or email info@stellarlearning.co.uk We’ll have a conversation, send you more details & a questionnaire If we all agree you’re the right person we’ll complete an agreement and then send you your ‘Joining Pack’ You start running your own network as a BFLG host and enjoy all the benefits networking can bring We are happy to invite you along to one of the sessions so you can see how it all works and talk to those already running other BFLG groups