Factsheet: Why do most business networking attempts fail?

Wondering how to improve your business networking efforts? We’ve put together 7 common problems and some solutions for you in this factsheet.

What’s in the factsheet?

  • 7 mistakes senior executives tend to make at networking events – and solutions that you can action immediately.

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  • Lenna has a provided a much needed reality check and helped me reset my aspirations and the confidence I have. She's pushed me to consider things outside of my comfort zone. and hasn't held back in telling me when I need to up my game. I'd recommend any senior leader looking for a mentor to benefit from her guidance.

    Ross Everett, Group Financial Controller, Monzo Bank

  • I started working with Lenna while building my NED portfolio profile and founding my business. Lenna's positive affirmations and network introductions are incredibly helpful to anyone in business. Being a coach myself it's always a different structure when being coached yourself and Lenna is unbelievably good at supporting a fellow founder to strategise effectively. Lenna's network meant I could also navigate the UK and global markets with appropriate offerings to build my business and brand outside of my immediate network. I would not hesitate to work with The L Factor in the future.

    Cohan Leon Daley, CEO & Founder, Equity In Tech Group.

  • Lenna's approach to mentorship is truly transformative. Her ability to understand and address the unique needs of her mentees is unparalleled. From our first interaction, Lenna took the time to understand my goals and challenges, providing tailored advice that has significantly enhanced my career trajectory. Her insights, especially in areas of strategic growth and business development, have been invaluable.

    Adriana Nita, Director, ImpactIT Business Solutions Ltd

  • Lenna is an incredible business coach and mentor who really cares about helping you to be you. Lenna helped me to elevate my personal brand and build more strategic relationships for my business and built my confidence and skill in the process. If you are looking for a real authentic champion to help you to be a better business leader, then Lenna is the obvious choice and you won’t regret investing in yourself and the benefit of working with Lenna.

    Ilona Brannen, Founder & CEO Slate Digtal

  • Lenna has been instrumental in guiding the launch of my portfolio career. Her mentorship is characterised by a patient and thoughtful approach, ensuring I got the best possible start in my new career path. Lenna's challenging and inspiring style pushed me to explore my full potential, encouraging growth and self-reflection. She provided tailored advice, offering personalised insights drawn from her vast experience in the field. What sets Lenna apart is her practical support, complete with concrete next steps, specific links, groups and contacts to follow up on. Lenna went above and beyond to support my journey. Her engaging personality made our mentoring sessions both productive and enjoyable, creating a truly transformative experience. Her guidance was crucial in helping me navigate significant career decisions with confidence. In summary, Lenna's mentorship has been invaluable, combining professional expertise with personal warmth to set a strong foundation for my portfolio career.

    Gus Morse, International Business Development Manager

  • Lenna’s CV was one of three I was sent by a company I was doing non-exec training with to choose a mentor. We weren't able to talk to any of the candidates so I had to use my intuition - I'll be honest it was the professional nosey parker that caught my attention. I am so glad and grateful that I chose Lenna, I was unsure what to expect but from the start she was an inspiration! She was the perfect mix of tough love and supportive – she immediately sparked confidence in me that she knew exactly what she was talking about and I felt excited to see how my sessions would progress. In 3 sessions I went from being slightly daunted by my new role as NED/Board Advisor to recognising my transferable skills and more than that my real strengths and unique gifts that I can bring to the board of any company big or small. She was also extremely understanding and supportive of my ADHD recognising when I was struggling with something because of it or if it was just my own lack of confidence, this is no easy feat but she managed it perfectly. I cannot recommend her highly enough and I will be back to see her in the future without a doubt!

    Helen Valentino, Director

  • Lenna's approach to mentorship is truly transformative. Her ability to understand and address the unique needs of her mentees is unparalleled. From our first interaction, Lenna took the time to understand my goals and challenges, providing tailored advice that has significantly enhanced my career trajectory. Her insights, especially in areas of strategic growth and business development, have been invaluable.

    Adriana Nita, Director ImpactIT Business Solutions Ltd