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Business Communication: Speak Clearly and Confidently in Meetings
Tue, Jul 7, 4:00 PM**This is a practical communication workshop in Berlin for international women in business working across corporate, consulting, startups, freelancing, entrepreneurship, or their own business, especially if they often have to make their point in rooms where confidence, clarity, and timing matter.** **You know what you want to say. But in the moment, you add too much context, soften the point, or wait too long to speak. Every time that happens, someone else gets the visibility, the credit, or the opportunity.** **That gap does not close by itself.** **The workshop helps you communicate with more clarity, confidence, and authority without sounding aggressive or over-rehearsed.** **This is a small group of max 20. You do not need perfect English.** #### **What you should expect** * Making your point clearly without over-explaining * Asking questions that sound confident, not apologetic * Disagreeing without backing down or burning the relationship * Giving a recommendation instead of hedging * Responding when someone interrupts, talks over you, or takes credit for what you said * Getting into the conversation when the room is moving fast and you cannot find your entry point #### **What you leave with** * A framework for clearer professional communication * Scripts for meetings, client calls, pitches, and stakeholder conversations * Responses for interruptions, dismissal, pushback, or being talked over * Practical language you can use immediately at work and in business * A follow-up email with the tools and scripts from the session **About the host** Sumita Kar is the founder of Take a Brava Leap (TABL), based in Berlin. She spent 13 years building her career across global teams, moving from associate level to Vice President across customer success, cross-cultural leadership, C-level client management, high-stakes escalations, negotiations, and commercial execution. In 2023 she was recognized as one of the Top 10 Best Indian Women Leaders from Germany by Women's Entrepreneur Magazine. She has navigated these rooms as an international woman where she was often the only one. She built this session so you don't have to figure it out the way she did.
Vegan Picnic - Treptower Park
Sun, Jun 28, 1:00 PMđž **Summer vegan picnics are back!** đž *(Grab a friend (or a furry friend), bring a dish, and come meet Berlinâs plantâpowered community.)* *** **PLEASE BE SURE TO READ EVERYTHING SO YOU KNOW WHAT TO BRING AND HOW TO FIND US ON THE DAY!** ### đ When & where **Sunday,âŻâŻ28th June âą 3âŻPM (15:00)** **Treptower Park, Berlin** Precise location will be shared with registered attendees, in the comments section, on the day (*Any map here is just approximate)* *** ### đ„ What to bring * Your favourite **vegan** picnic dish **and/or drinks** â fingerâfood or anything thatâs easy to share. * A small **label** with the dish name + main allergens. * **Plate, cutlery, cup & a serving spoon** for your contribution. * **Picnic blanket / rug** * Any **outdoor games** you like (optional) > ExpectâŻââŻ40âŻpeople; bring enough for several portions but no need to feed everyone. *** ### đŠ Weather plan If heavy rain is forecast, weâll postpone. Weâll post an update by **10âŻAM** on the day. *** **âŹ1 event fee (non-refundable)** The âŹ1 fee helps cover Meetup and small costs; any extra is donated to animal rights NGOs. Send it via the **PayPal details in the comments** **within 48 hours of RSVPing** (only visible to people marked Going). Transfer note: "Meetup Name + Picnic". No PayPal? Message me for the IBAN. **If no fee is received within 48 hours, the RSVP will be automatically cancelled, and you will have to join the waitlist to be considered.** ### đ Quick checklist âą Vegan dish or drinks âą Label with ingredients/allergens âą Plate âą cutlery âą cup âą serving spoon âą Blanket âą Games / frisbee / cards (optional) We want everyone to feel safe and comfortable. Please respect boundaries; harassment or disrespectful behaviour isnât welcome and will mean removal from future events. See you soon! â letâs meet, mingle and have some fun! đ±
Toastmasters Public Speaking - Practice effective Team Communication
Tue, Jul 7, 4:50 PM**Center Berlin Toastmasters: Put your words into action** New time: 7pm please arrive 10 minutes earlier. Join us for an exciting event where you can **put your words into action**! Toastmasters Berlin is hosting this **in-person event** at the **St. Lukas Church**. It's the perfect opportunity to enhance your public speaking skills, gain confidence, and connect with like-minded individuals. At Center Berlin Toastmasters, we believe in creating a supportive and encouraging environment for everyone. Whether you're a seasoned speaker or just starting out, you'll find a place to grow and improve your communication skills. Our experienced members will provide valuable feedback and guidance to help you become a more effective speaker. Don't miss this chance to **challenge yourself** and expand your horizons. Join us at the **St. Lukas Church** at 7:00 PM and let your words make an impact! **Aï»żgenda of the evening:** **Welcome and Introductions:** The Toastmaster of the Day (TMOD) often opens the meeting, who welcomes everyone and introduces the meeting's theme or agenda. The TMOD also introduces the key roles and functionaries for that session. **Prepared Speeches:** A significant portion of the meeting is dedicated to prepared speeches. Members working through various projects in the Toastmasters education program deliver speeches based on their chosen projects. Each speech is evaluated by a designated evaluator who provides feedback on strengths and areas for improvement. **Table Topics:** Table Topics is a segment where impromptu speaking skills are tested. The Table Topics Master presents a series of short, unprepared speaking challenges or questions, and members or guests are invited to come to the podium and give a brief, improvised response. **Evaluations:** Following the prepared speeches and Table Topics segment, evaluators provide constructive feedback to speakers. These evaluations focus on content, delivery, body language, and time management. The goal is to help speakers improve their speaking skills. **Reports and Functionary Roles:** The meeting may include various functionary roles, such as the Timer, Grammarian, Ah-Counter, and others, who report on their observations and contributions to the session. These roles help members improve their language and time management skills. **General Evaluator:** The General Evaluator provides an overall assessment of the meeting, highlighting what went well and offering suggestions for improvement. They may also evaluate the evaluators' performance. **Awards and Recognitions:** Toastmasters sessions often conclude with awards and recognitions, including the Best Speaker, Best Evaluator, and Best Table Topics Speaker. These awards encourage members to strive for excellence in their speaking and leadership abilities. **Closing:** The meeting concludes with closing remarks from the Toastmaster of the Day, who may express gratitude to participants and encourage them to continue their Toastmasters journey. **Networking and Socialising:** After the formal meeting, members and guests often have the opportunity to network, socialise, and discuss their experiences in a more relaxed setting. Address: Bernburger StraĂe 4-5, 10963 Berlin Phone: +49 160 2376546 Email: [cb.toastmasters.d95@gmail.com](mailto:cb.toastmasters.d95@gmail.com) Sï»żee you there!
Square Tomatoes and Robot Bees - Who decides?
Tue, Jun 30, 5:00 PMYou don't have to sign up-just stop by. Tea, coffee, water, beer, wine, and pizza will be available throughout the evening. --- -- Most conversations about AI skip the part that is crucial: **who it's built for, who pays for it, and who doesn't get a say**. âThis evening goes exactly there. âWe start in 1960s California, where scientists bred a new kind of tomato: square, hard, machine-ready, and wiped out 82% of the state's tomato farms in the process. Farmworkers and small farmers sued the university behind the technology, arguing they were being forced to fund their own replacement. They lost. But the questions they raised never went away. Today, researchers are using AI, robotics and gene editing to create tomatoes that can be pollinated by robots, crops designed for automated production systems, and even new traits engineered for consumer preferences. AI is having an impact on agriculture, food production, and labour, often with public money, rarely with public input. Sounds familiar? â**What to expect** âA 90-minute interactive evening: * â**Opening talk** connecting the tomato harvester story to today's AI developments * â**Live audience polling** * âConversation with **Ildi Carlisle-Cummins** (California Institute for Rural Studies): storyteller, oral historian, and director of the Cal Ag Roots project, one of the organisations that grew out of the original lawsuit * âOpen audience **discussion** * â**Informal networking** to close â**What you'll take away** âA sharper way to think about who controls the technologies influencing our food, our work, and our world, and what citizens can actually do when change feels inevitable. If the phrase "square tomato" sounds too strange to be true, you're not alone. Even the TV detective [Mr. Monk couldn't believe his eyes](https://youtu.be/VtO-97pl7cA?is=VnMxtacAwL1IChub)! **âFree to attend, free of jargon, no expertise required.** **Just bring your curiosity.** â*Hosted by [Save Our Seeds](http://www.saveourseeds.org/?utm_source=luma) and [Human-Future-Hub](https://humanfuturehub.org/?utm_source=luma) Berlin* Tea, coffee, water, beer, wine, and pizza will be available throughout the evening.
Spieleabend
Mon, Jul 6, 4:00 PMEnglish below Liebe Nachbarn und Freunde, Kommt vorbei und lernt eure Nachbarn kennen bei einer Runde Wizard, Just One, Dixit, Fluxx, und noch viel mehr. Ihr dĂŒrft natĂŒrlich eure Lieblingsspiele mitbringen und sie uns beibringen, falls wir sie noch nicht kennen. Teilnahme auf Spendebasis. Wo: offenes Wohnzimmer, Waldenserstr. 13, 10551 Berlin http://www.offeneswohnzimmer.org/ Dear neighbors and friends, The Offenes Wohnzimmer is hosting the next board game night. Come around and meet your neighbors around a game of scrabble, cards and more. Youâre welcome to bring your favorite games. Participation donation based đ http://www.offeneswohnzimmer.org/ Anmeldung: tanjaklett@gmx.de oder spontan !
đČ Neurodivergent Board & Card Game Meetup đČ
Sat, Jul 11, 12:00 PM**Join us for an afternoon of board games/card games, connection, and fun!** Location: Zwischenraume, formerly Curious Fabrications https://maps.app.goo.gl/v8tCPcZugTmRq8HN8 Whether you're a seasoned player or completely new to playing games, you're welcome here. Weâll teach you some of our favorites, or you can bring your own game and introduce it to others. **đ What to Expect** * Weâre passionate about board games and excited to share them with you! * No experience needed - we'll decide spontaneously which games we'll play depending on the games you bring and then guide you through the rules of games. We are **happy to help you choose a game** that suits you best. Some games are cooperative, while others are competitiveâso thereâs something for everyone! If you'd like, bring your own board or card game! Just be prepared to explain the rules to new players. We'll also have an extra silent room for noise sensitive people since some games can be very loud. đ Arriving late? No problem! You may be able to join a game right away or there might be a short wait. đ **Event Guidelines** †**Be kind and respectful**âweâre creating a safe and welcoming space together. 𧩠**Bring anything that helps you feel comfortable** (noise-canceling headphones, fidget toys, etc.). â Since weâre meeting at a cafĂ©, **please support the venue by ordering a snack or drink. Outside drinks or snacks are not permitted.** đ **Limited Spots & RSVPs** To keep the event enjoyable for everyone, we have a limited number of spaces available. If you RSVP and can no longer make it, please update your RSVP as soon as possible so someone else can take your spot. This helps us plan games and ensure everyone has a great time! Come as you are and enjoy a space where you can have fun, experience games, and connect with other neurodivergent folks. **We canât wait to meet you!**
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