Network in English (Without Pretending to Be Interesting)

Most networking events feel the same.

• Awkward introductions.
• Forced conversations.
• People pretending to be more interesting than they really are.

This event is different.

The goal is simple:
practice English while meeting interesting people in a relaxed environment.

• No pressure.
• No pretending.
• Just real conversations.

This is not a typical language exchange and not a typical networking event.

Instead, the evening combines guided speaking exercises with open social conversation, which makes it much easier to start talking and connect naturally.

HOW THE EVENING WORKS
The event lasts 3 hours and is divided into two parts.

PART 1 — GUIDED SPEAKING & IMPROV
We start with short exercises inspired by public speaking and improv.

These activities help you:
warm up your English
speak with more confidence
express ideas clearly
think and react quickly in conversation
No experience is required. The exercises are simple, fun, and designed to get everyone speaking.

PART 2 — NETWORKING & FREE CONVERSATION
After the warm-up, the evening becomes a natural conversation space.

You will be able to:
meet new people

• practice English freely
• continue conversations from the exercises
• connect with locals, expats, and professionals

Because everyone has already spoken during the first part, conversations flow much more naturally.

THE KIND OF CONVERSATIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE

Sometimes the best discussions start with simple questions:

What makes someone interesting?
Is confidence something you build or something you’re born with?

What risk changed your life the most?
What skill should everyone learn?

WHO SHOULD COME

This event is for people who want to:

• practice speaking English in real conversations
• meet interesting people in Madrid
• improve confidence when speaking
• enjoy networking that doesn’t feel like networking

Native speakers and non-native speakers are both welcome.
We try to keep a balanced and curious crowd: locals, internationals, professionals, creatives, and people who simply enjoy good conversations.

EVENT DETAILS

• Location: The Paddy
• Duration: 3 hours
• Price: 5€

Spots are limited to keep the group small and interactive so everyone has the opportunity to speak.

Some people come to practice English.
Some come to meet interesting people.
Some come back every week.