Cycling For Success
Don’t get discouraged.
Most local club rides are just too big and competitive for this type of networking. I suggest that you consider starting your own group ride of business leaders and entrepreneurs.
Just start small and be clear about the intention of the group. It is first a group of riders sharing a common interest.
It’s also important to be consistent with format and time. If you say you’re going to meet at 7 a.m. on Wednesday, make sure that you show up no matter what.
It will take time to build your group but it is well worth the effort.
How to find and build your group.
Social media tools make it easy to find others to ride with. Here are a few places to start.
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- Start a Meet Up of a monthly ride
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- Create a Linked In group of executive cyclists in your area
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- Create a Facebook page about your grou
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- Tweet about every rid
- Post about your ride on a local cycling forum.
Cycling is a great sport, and a fun way to stay fit. It is also a great way to network and build strong relationships with other entrepreneurs and executives.
Where else can an entrepreneur go and have a group of C level executives discuss and problem-solve their issues for three hours?
Just remember that it’s not all about networking. It’s first about having fun and staying fit, building relationships, and helping others.
Seek out a ride like this in your area, or create your own. And when you do, I would love to hear about it. Give me a shout out on Twitter at @bicyclelab and let’s start a conversation.
Victor Jimenez teaches clinics and workshops for coaches and athletes on bicycle fit, efficiency and technique. He is an American College of Sports Medicine trainer and fitness testing specialist, a triathlete and bike racer. He is the owner of Bicycle Lab in Carrboro, North Carolina.
