I decided to start this group so the many small business people who are out there can finally stop worrying, and start networking! I have been to networking groups that want you to pay money to join, and they were not even a good group! The purpose of this group is to meet up, help each other with our business ideas, and network with each other!It does not matter if there is 2 of the same in the group.We encourage, we brainstorm, and work together. That's the secret to success. If you are new to …

… The public library is great for focus and concentration, however, they typically frown upon boisterous brainstorming and cacophonic collaboration.   Holy hand grenades! Sign me up! It's a simple as joining us on this Meetup and RSVPing to one of the upcoming events. Even if we've just managed to raise your eyebrow and pique your interest, that's okay. We don't judge (publicly, at least).  If you, like us, have a social media addition, you can also find us on Twitter and Facebook.          

Anyone in search of the next big thing should come have lunch with us. We will have conversations about web 2.0/web 3.0, social media, twitter in business, iPhone apps, and general tech brainstorming. As long as you bring your ideas, knowledge, and know how, your welcome to come have some lunch with like minded nerds in the San Mateo area.

Join other entrepreneurs who eat problems for breakfast. * Compare Notes * Exchange Ideas * Learn from Others’ Mistakes * Brainstorm with Peers * Find Partners * Small Group Atmosphere * Serious Conversation Our focus is on issues for growing a business, not on VC fundraising. We promote the bootstrap business model. Check us out at http://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com Learn more about this Meetup Group

There are many people in the San Francisco Bay Area interested in the quickly emerging field of robotics. Whether you work on robots full time, part time, as a hobby, or are interested in getting involved with robots, this group is for you! We are trying to develop a strong community dedicated to moving the robotics industry forward by bringing the best robotics minds in the area together to network, brainstorm, collaborate, and take real action to execute our ideas and visions.

Join other entrepreneurs who eat problems for breakfast. * Compare Notes * Exchange Ideas * Learn from Others’ Mistakes * Brainstorm with Peers * Find Partners * Small Group Atmosphere * Serious Conversation Our focus is on issues for growing a business, not on VC fundraising. We promote the bootstrap business model. Check us out at http://www.bootstrappersbreakfast.com

  The objective of the VBE (Virtual Business Ecosystem) group is to help every small business, start-ups, and non-profit organization to harness the power of the latest Cloud Computing, Virtual Events, and Social Media for Explosive Growth & Unfair Advantage!   Top 5 Reasons to Join this group: Discover the Secret behind Apple, Amazon, & Google for Sustainable Growth & Unfair Advantage. Brainstorm for the next disruptive business ideas & model for the next Google & Facebook. Meet your co-found …

This is a group for anyone who wishes to complete a writing project--aspiring fiction and non-fiction writers and graduate students working on their thesis. We offer: 1) A daily place to gather and write with others, so that you can establish a routine away from the distractions of home. 2) Support to finish your project 3) Guidance about how you can publish your work, find an agent, etc. 4) Opportunities to brainstorm and exchange ideas with others (if desired)

… These are short 30-40 minute sessions where experienced professionals with marketing expertise are paired with entrepreneurs seeking advice to share their ideas, discuss marketing hurdles, and brainstorm how these may be overcome. How does it work? At each live event, each business takes part in two 30-40 minute Shuffles. Upon arrival each attendee signs in by providing name, title, company name and purpose of attendance (advisor/ advisee). If they have not done so already as part of their profi …

Welcome to Bay Area Online Training Made Easy Meetup! Get ready to network with other elearning gurus, inspired entrepreneurs, idea makers and venture partners in Bay Area! Whether you're an expert or new to online training or the world of entrepreneurship, you can learn how to leverage the late internet technologies to grow your business 24/7. Why join this group? - Learn how to profit from the distance learning boom trend - Leverage the latest online training technologies to create viral marke …

… If you are idealistic, and think you understand what makes human beings "tick," and have ideas you'd like to share to cleverly motivate and inspirationally "light the fire" under homeowners to "go green" in their gardens, let's get together and brainstorm! MISSION STATEMENT (open to revision...): "Community Effort to Replace Water-Intensive Landscaping with Edible Gardens & Native Plants"

I am an interspiritual minister who strongly believes that the right to define and restrict the officiating of same gender marriage does not belong to state or federal lawmakers, nor to the majority rule of any group of persons. The privilege and honor to officiate same gender weddings is a right and duty of the clergy as servants of God. I am seeking like-minded clergy of all faith traditions to meetup and share ideas about how we can support the LGBT community in moving forward with their marr …

… If you're willing to share ideas and contacts, willing to be an active participant, and eager to learn more to grow yourself and your business ... you have to be there! Attendees get 1 min for a business informercial, entry into a drawing for a Mastermind Brainstorming Session, and everyone participates in Speed "Needs" Networking rounds. The group meets every 3rd Tuesday, from 6 to 8:30 pm. 35 participants max. First come basis. Payment of $10.00 at the door (effective 1/1/11). All attendees …

BABS was founded to foster the local community of content creators, bloggers, authors, web experts, ebook creators, publishers and online marketing professionals. Our in-person meetings go deep and wide into the culture and tools of digital connection. Members share tips & tricks, hear new concepts by local start-up owners, brainstorm blog elements, and network for mutual success. Attending our meetings, you will find new blogging buddies, support for your ideas, and answers to your technical qu …