Our Blog - Sharing & Informing

Our blog is here to keep you informed about the WBC and to bring you articles and news on a variety of topics relating to our network and its members. Here you find out what makes the group tick, offer hints and tips about how to get the best from your networking journey.

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AI on a Budget: How Small Businesses Can Compete Using AI

Think artificial intelligence is only for companies with deep pockets? Think again. As I explain in my book "The AI Business Opportunity," today's AI tools offer affordable solutions that give small businesses a competitive edge without breaking the bank. Here is how you can leverage AI on a limited budget.

Uninsured driving across the UK

Courtesy of Howden Insurance - Your local Insurance broker

New hotspots data has uncovered the worst offending areas for uninsured driving across the UK, with Birmingham leading the pack.

The data has been released by the MIB (Motor Insurers’ Bureau), the UK entity that exists to protect people from the devastation of uninsured and hit-and-run drivers, to coincide with their annual ‘Operation Drive Insured’ campaign.

Effective Networking

For local small businesses, effective networking can make a significant difference in establishing a strong presence and creating valuable connections. But networking success is more than just exchanging business cards;

Cherwell Business Awards

As sponsors for the Cherwell Business Awards "Small Business Award", on Wednesday 12th March we moved our meeting to Kindlington, so that our members had the opportunity to attend the launch event for the Cherwell Business Awards.The launch event offers an excellent opoportunity to gain insights from the CBA team and their sponsors about all of the award categories for the year ahead,

Grow with the WBC

The club aims to help you grow your business, your self-confidence, your communication and leadership skills, your connectivity and your understanding of the local business environment. This is done via active participation at meetings and behind the scenes.

WBC history and structure

The Wednesday Business Club (WBC) launched in 2007 as a not-for-profit business networking group that is ‘one member per category’. It is now believed to be the longest running one-member per category business networking group in the town of Bicester in Oxfordshire. In fact, you may find it is the longest running

The Wednesday Business Club is seeking dynamic, engaging speakers for our open meetings, held on the fourth Wednesday of each month (excluding December). If you have a passion for business and a story to tell, this is your chance to connect with an enthusiastic, growth-oriented audience and make an impact!

The Power of Networking

Business networking is a powerful tool that often propels careers and businesses in ways that few other strategies can. While many associate networking solely with career advancement, its benefits reach far beyond this.

Progress Meetings - Why we have them

It is so important for every business to review their progress against their goals and the Wednesday Business Club is no different. We strive to improve and have an ideal opportunity to do so with so many great businesses contributing.

WBC Business Membership Opportunities

The Wednesday Business Club is currently seeking the following disciplines to join their existing one-member, per category, pro-active and supportive membership at their weekly meetings. (with a requirement for a 50% attendance over a rolling 3 month period.)

Marketing your business through networking

Marketing a local small business through networking is one of the most effective ways to build credibility, attract customers, and create long-lasting professional relationships.

Weekly Meetings to grow your business

The Wednesday Business Club meets weekly in Bicester, over breakfast with informal open networking before and after the main meeting. You will find the meetings at a local independent family run hotel. At these meetings the members, which could include you,