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Wettbewerbe - Clubabend der Steglitz Toastmasters - Rhetorikclub
đď¸ **Redewettbewerb â Die BĂźhne gehĂśrt den Mutigen\! \| 4\. März**
Am 4.3. wird es kraftvoll, persĂśnlich und inspirierend:
Unser **Wettbewerb fĂźr vorbereitete Reden** steht an!
## đ Vorbereitete Reden (5â7 Minuten)
**8 Teilnehmer** betreten die BĂźhne â jede Rede sorgfältig vorbereitet, jede Botschaft mit eigener Handschrift.
5 bis 7 Minuten Zeit, um zu berĂźhren, zu Ăźberzeugen oder neue Perspektiven zu erĂśffnen.
Wichtig:
Wer die Mindestzeit unterschreitet oder die HÜchstzeit ßberschreitet, wird disqualifiziert. Präzision ist hier kein Detail, sondern Spielregel.
Die Gewinner dieses Abends qualifizieren sich fßr den **Area-Wettbewerb** am 21. März und vertreten unseren Club auf der nächsten Ebene.
â **Pause**
Zeit zum Durchatmen, Austauschen und Staunen Ăźber das GehĂśrte.
## đŻ Zielrede & 12 Feedbacks
Nach der Pause erwartet uns eine besondere Herausforderung:
Eine **Zielrede (5â7 Minuten)** von einem Redner von auĂerhalb.
Und dann wird es intensiv:
Diese Rede erhält **12 Feedbacks**, jeweils 2â3 Minuten.
ZwĂślf Perspektiven. ZwĂślf Blickwinkel. ZwĂślf Mal konstruktive RĂźckmeldung.
Ein Abend voller Redekunst, Präzision und wertschätzender Analyse.
Wenn Worte Gewicht bekommen und Feedback zu Wachstum wird, dann weiĂ man: Hier entsteht Entwicklung live auf der BĂźhne. đ¤â¨
Komm vorbei, lass dich inspirieren und wachse mit uns!
German with Theater Games
Dieser besondere Deutschkurs ist fĂźr alle, die mit Spiel und SpaĂ ihr Deutsch verbessern wollen. Wir sind eine kleine Gruppe (max. 15 Personen) von Deutschlernern zwischen A2 - B2 und machen Theater-Improvisation auf Deutsch.
Aber keine Angst - das kann jede/jeder lernen!
Der Fokus liegt vorallem auf Sprechen und Verstehen, so daĂ du in Alltagssituationen spontaner reagieren kannst und mit dem Sprechen auf Deutsch flĂźssiger wirst.
Ich bin sowohl Deutschdozentin als auch Theaterschauspielerin und entwickle diese Methode seit mehr als 10 Jahren.
Der Kurs ist immer mittwochs und du bist herzlich willkommen, vorbeizukommen und uns kennenzulernen.
Das 1. Mal kostet der Kurs 12 Euro zum Kennenlernen.
Ein 10er Ticket kostet 160 Euro.
Ein 5er Ticket 95 Euro und
der Drop-in-Preis ist 20 Euro.
Ich freue mich auf Euch.
Bei Fragen kannst du mich gerne kontaktieren.
liebe GrĂźĂe
Nina
Agentic DevOps â MeetUp März ´26
Welcome to the very first meetup of our new community!
As we mentioned in our group description, the way we build and deliver software is evolving rapidly. We are kicking things off by bringing together Berlinâs engineers, architects, and tech leaders to discuss the shift from standard automation to **Agentic AI** and **intelligent cloud workflows.** For this premiere event, we are currently finalizing a lineup of two deep-dive talks that will explore practical use cases in this emerging field. We will update this page with the specific speaker details and talk titles very soonâstay tuned!
**What to expect:**
* **Insightful Talks:** Real-world perspectives on where software delivery is heading (Speaker below)
* **No Fluff:** Weâre here to move beyond the buzzwords and discuss what actually works.
* **Great Company:** Plenty of time to grab a cold drink, enjoy some snacks, and connect with peers who are facing the same challenges and opportunities in the cloud-native space.
**Speaker:** Milan Wiezorek â Head of Customer Engineering, Google Cloud ([https://www.linkedin.com/in/milanwiezorek/](https://www.linkedin.com/in/milanwiezorek/ "https://www.linkedin.com/in/milanwiezorek/"))
**Talk:** "Operating Agentic Eco-Systems at Scale"
Milan helps government and healthcare institutions harness secure, resilient AI to solve society's biggest challenges. He previously led AI industrialization for the German automotive industry â spearheading the Gemini-powered Mercedes-Benz 2026 CLA launch, scaling workflow automation for Bosch, and accelerating R&D for Volkswagen through AI surrogate modeling.
**Speaker:** Ahmed Diab â Consultant Cloud Engineering
(https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahmed-diab-ac/)
**Talk:** "Pioneering the Future of Agentic DevOps: Why Mindset Matters More Than Tools"
Ahmed is a DevOps and cloud engineer working with modern automation and AI-assisted tooling in production environments. He focuses on how agentic systems are applied in practice, where they help, and where careful choices are needed when adopting new tools in DevOps workflows.
Whether you are already experimenting with AI agents in your pipeline or just want to understand what the hype is about, youâll feel right at home.
Probemonat: Traditioneller Tantra Yoga Kurs
**Jeden Mittwoch von 18:30 â 20:30 Uhr auf Deutsch.**
Probemonat fĂźr 15,00 âŹ.
**Kursbeschreibung Traditioneller Tantra Yoga Kurs**
Tantra Yoga ist weit mehr als Erotik mit Räucherstäbchen, wie es heutzutage in der westlichen Welt oft fälschlicherweise präsentiert wird. Tantra Yoga ist die Wissenschaft des Universums, die Wissenschaft des Lebens. Es bietet uns ein tiefes Verständnis der Funktionsweisen des Universums und seiner Prinzipien.
Wer die Tantra Yoga Lehre fĂźr sich umsetzt, fängt an zu begreifen warum die Dinge so sind wie sie sind â und wie man genau das fĂźr die eigene spirituelle Entwicklung nutzen kann. FĂźr einen Tantriker ist alles eins, ein groĂes kosmisches Ganzes, in das sich alle Wesen und alle Phänomene eingliedern. Und wenn alles aus einem groĂen Ganzen, einem einzigen heiligen, schĂśpferischen Bewusstsein hervorgeht, gibt es nichts das nicht heilig wäre.
Wer Tantra Yoga lebt, begreift das Leben als einen SchĂśpfungsprozess, als ein gĂśttliches Spiel, dessen Ziel es ist zurĂźck zu kehren in die GlĂźckseligkeit der Einheit mit allem. Auf diese Weise werden der Weg zur Arbeit, der neue Geschäftsabschluss, das Liebesspiel und sogar emotionale Regungen wie Unzufriedenheit u. ä. zum Antrieb ständigen Wachstums und zum Grund glĂźckseliger FrĂśhlichkeit. Tantra Yoga nennt das Leben eine Achterbahn, und Achterbahn fahren macht SpaĂ â egal ob wir gerade den Berg hoch oder runter rauschen!
Der Traditionelle Tantra Yoga Kurs gibt uns Werkzeuge an die Hand, das Leben zu verstehen und freudig zu leben, immer vor dem Hintergrund des kontinuierlichen spirituellen Wachstums.
Fragen an berlin@traditionelles-yoga.de
**Adresse**
Deutsche Akademie fĂźr traditionelles Yoga e. V.
MahaYoga Zentrum
Brunnenstr. 147
10115 Berlin
Direkt am U-Bahnhof Bernauer Str. U8 - Fahrstuhlausgang
⨠Speak, Lead, and Connect with First Berlin Toastmasters! ⨠(in-person)
Ready to captivate any audience, nail your next presentation, or give feedback that people actually enjoy hearing? Then come check out **First Berlin Toastmasters**, Berlin's oldest public speaking club.
We're a warm, supportive, and international community here to learn, practice, and grow together. Our meetings are full of laughter, and every voice adds something special. The stage is a safe space, so come by, listen, and see how much fun communication can be.
Please, be our guest! The most important people in the room aren't the speakers, they're the audience. Your presence, energy, and reactions are what bring the evening to life.
**When**
đď¸ Every **1st & 3rd Wednesday** of the month
đ Doors open at **6:30 PM** \- Event starts at **6:45 PM** sharp
**Where**
St. Lukas-Kirche (near Anhalter Bahnhof)
Bernburger StraĂe 4-5
10963 Berlin
đ [https://goo.gl/maps/AhDfDmVndqbC9A1C9](https://goo.gl/maps/AhDfDmVndqbC9A1C9)
Youâll find us in the **Gemeindesaal** on the first floor of the building to the right of the church.
We look forward to welcoming you!
Best wishes,
John aka Yevgen Schweden - VP Public Relations
Important note: We take pictures and clips during our meetings for promotional use only. By attending our meetings, you agree to that by default. If you don´t want to be on any picture, please let the VP PR or another representative from the board know (for example the president.)
đ Prepared Speech Contest - Das Center, Potsdamer Platz
**Prepared Speech Contest 2026**
Mercury Toastmasters Berlin invites you to a special Prepared Speech Contest at Das Center, Potsdamer Platz, in the stunning Historic Imperial Breakfast Hall.
This is not a regular meeting. Itâs a showcase. Our strongest speakers take the stage and deliver their very best speeches, competing for the top spot.
Expect polish, passion, structure, storytelling, and impact at a higher level. Whatâs in it for you
* đ¤ Outstanding prepared top speeches
* đ A live contest atmosphere
* đĄ Insight you can apply immediately
* đ A vibrant, international audience
Whether you love powerful storytelling, want to see excellence in action, or are curious about how great speeches are built, this evening will raise your standards. Be inspired. See public speaking in action.
**Learn from the best. All are welcome. Free entry.**
*Whether you want to speak up at work, boost your presence, or just meet inspiring people, youâll feel at home at Mercury Toastmasters Berlin.*
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**[What to Expect:](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)**
⨠A supportive space to speak, grow, and connect
đ¤ Engaging prepared speeches
⥠Fun, fast-paced impromptu speaking challenges
đŹ Feedback session you can actually use
đ A friendly, international crowd (around 25â30 people)
**No experience needed.**
***Come curious. Leave energized.***
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**đ¤ [Hear it from our members:](https://maps.app.goo.gl/eRtvR9DRNqU9WZQn7)**
*âYou can sharpen your public speaking skills and gain tons of confidence, while having fun and making new friends. Mercury is well-structured, fun, and affordable.â*
â *Therese Pitt*
*âMercury gave me a safe place to speak, create, and grow. I love the multicultural vibe and supportive community. Itâs the best place to learn and have fun.â*
â *Krisztina Linka*
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**[Did You Know?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)**
Toastmasters is where people go to get better at speakingâand grow into confident communicators and leaders.
Today [Toastmasters ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/about-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)has 350,000+ members across 16,000 clubs in 143 countries. And [Mercury](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/) is one of the best places to experience it.
So bring your curiosity, your energyâand just be yourself.
Whether youâre just starting or ready to level up, thereâs a place for you here.
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**[Wondering what you get as a member?](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/membership-mercury-toastmasters-berlin/)**
Think expert feedback, real-world speaking practice, and a supportive crew thatâs got your back.
[See you Wednesday night! đ](https://mercurytoastmasters.de/find-toastmasters-meetings-in-berlin/)
Nur fĂźr Frauen: Neue Freundinnen in Berlin - Freundschafts-Workshop fĂźr Frauen
\*\* Eintritt: 10-20 Euro (nach eigenen MĂśglichkeiten)\*\*
**Sichere Dir Deinen Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite).](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1982769849996)**
Falls Du doch nicht kommen kannst, sage bitte hier auf Meetup ab und gib Deinen Platz frei.
Wir fangen 19:00 Uhr an. Sei deshalb bitte pßnktlich 18:45 Uhr da. Ein späterer Einlass ist nicht mÜglich, weil wir mitten im Flow sind. **Vielen Dank Dir**
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**Menschen mit guten Freunden leben länger, glĂźcklicher und gesĂźnder. AuĂerdem machen gute Freundinnen einfach SpaĂ.**
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Deshalb biete ich Freundschaftsworkshop an.
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Manche sagen: "Es ist schwierig, in Berlin gute Freundinnen zu finden." Berlin, die Stadt der 1000 MĂśglichkeiten ... ich kenne das auch.
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\*\* Dann machen wir einen Workshop!\*\*
1. Maximal 40 Frauen.
2. Eine leichte Moderation fĂźhrt durch den Abend
3. Ihr lernt Euch kennen und habt SpaĂ.
4. Wer mag, trifft sich wieder.
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Du wirst Ăźberrascht sein, wie vertraut Du mit vielen nach 3 Stunden sein wirst - so, als ob Ihr Euch schon lange kennt.
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\*\* 4 Jahre Arbeit - 1 Workshop\*\*
Vier Jahre habe ich geforscht und ausprobiert, wie Menschen Freunde werden & was die Magie der Freundschaft ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist dieser Abend.
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Praxisnahe, schnell umsetzbare Tipps, die Du schnell in den Alltag umsetzen kannst. Kleine Happen zur Theorie. - Und vor allem: Kennenlernen & SpaĂ haben. Wir probieren einfach miteinander aus.
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Eine Teilnehmerin sagte mal zu mir:
* "Georg, das ist so eine angenehme Atmosphäre. Danke, dass Du das machst."
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Was soll ich sagen? Stimmt. Das ist mein Anliegen .
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\*\* Diese Methoden kannst Du in Deinen Alltag mitnehmen.\*\*
Ab sofort kannst Du Menschen besser und persĂśnlicher kennenlernen â und damit tiefe Verbindungen und bessere Freundschaften aufbauen.
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**â° Die TĂźren sind offen ab 18:45 Uhr.**
* Deinen Mantel aufhängen, WC, eine Runde schwatzen und los geht's...
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**â Darf ich wiederkommen?**
Es gibt nur wenige Veranstaltungen, bei denen man wirklich miteinander ins Gespräch kommt. Hier schon, mit Tiefgang.
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Einige kommen immer wieder, um die Details des gut gestrickten Programms zu ergrĂźnden - und immer wieder neue Menschen kennenzulernen oder auf bekannte Gesichter zu treffen.
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Bis es endlich Klick macht und die richtigen Freundinnen gefunden sind.
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\*\* Was bringst Du mit?\*\*
* Etwas zu trinken (z.B. deine Wasserflasche, keinen Alkohol!)
* Du solltest satt sein und vorher gegessen haben
* Bargeld fĂźr den Eintritt (10-20 Euro) [oder[ Ticket von Eventbrite](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1982769849996)]
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\*\* Der Veranstaltungsraum\*\*
* Wir haben einen wunderschĂśnen Raum im Prenzlberg - im Life Artist Hub
* Gut mit Ăffis zu erreichen: SchĂśnhauser Allee (Ringbahn, U2, M1), Eberswalder StraĂe (U2, M10, M12)
* Vor Ort ist alles ausgeschildert.
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**Vorsichtshalber hier die Wegbeschreibung:**
* Du gehst in den Hof bis nach hinten durch. Dort ist eine TĂźr.
* Du klingest bei "Life Artist Hub". Die TĂźr sollte sofort summen. Ăffne die TĂźr.
* Du gehst in den 3. Stock. Da sind wir.
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**ââď¸ Warum moderierst Du als Mann diesen Workshop?**
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Hi, ich bin Georg. Ich weiĂ, ich bin ein Mann. Warum moderiere ich dann diesen Workshop?
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Abenteuer Freundschaft ist mein Beruf. Am Anfang war ich auf Männer-Freundschaften spezialisiert. Ăberraschenderweise waren 60 Prozent der Newsletter-Empfängerinnen Frauen. Frauen scheinen die Wichtigkeit guter Freundschaften viel mehr zu spĂźren.
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Deshalb habe ich letztes Jahr angefangen, Workshops fßr Frauen anzubieten. Soziale Träger, das Rathaus SchÜneberg und das Frauenzentrum Begine haben mich bereits fßr Freundinnen-Workshops gebucht. Im Frauenzentrum moderiert eine Bekannte die Workshops.... denn da darf ich noch nicht mal rein :).
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Unseren Workshop werde ich zurĂźckhaltend moderieren. Ich weiĂ mit der Situation umzugehen. Das ist Euer Raum.
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FĂźr die Männer gibt es alle zwei Wochen am Dienstag einen Männer-Workshop, der regelmäĂig gut besucht ist.
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**Mehr Ăźber Abenteuer Freundschaft & mich:**
[www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de](http://%5Bhttps://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de/%5D(https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de/) "\[https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de\](https://www.abenteuer-freundschaft.de)")
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\*\* Get in touch & stay in touch:\*\*
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**â Telegram-Kanal: [t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft](http://t.me/abenteuer_freundschaft)**
fĂźr Events, Workshops & Neuste Erkenntnisse aus der Freundschaftsforschung (Ăberschriften)
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**â Freundschafts-Newsletter:** [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
Alle 4 Wochen das Neuste aus der Freundschaftsforschung; oft seltener, denn ich schreibe nur dann, wenn es wirklich etwas zu berichten gibt.
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\*\* 6 Zutaten groĂartiger Freundschaften\*\*
Seit 2020 forsche ich, was groĂartige Freundschaften wirklich ausmacht. Das Ergebnis ist das 30seitige eBook: "Die 6 Zutaten groĂartiger Freundschaften". Du erhältst das eBook zurzeit kostenlos, wenn Du Dich fĂźr den Newsletter anmeldest: [https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/newsletter)
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\*\* Meet-Up-Gruppe:\*\* [https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/](https://www.meetup.com/g/abenteuer-freundschaft/)
Hier bist Du schon: Workshops, Spaziergänge, Wanderungen, Treffen, Eislaufen, Eisbaden, Männer-Abende, Freundinnen-Workshops, Sonntagsausflßge
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\*\* Ehemalige Teilnehmende der Meetups:\*\*
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"Ich hatte Schwierigkeiten in Berlin anzukommen. Frßher war es immer easy. Bei deiner Veranstaltung haben wir uns kennengelernt. Jetzt sind wir Freunde. Ich hätte das nicht mehr geglaubt."
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"Ich bin ein bunter Hund und habe viele Bekannte. Aber eine Bekanntschaft zur Freundschaft machen - das hast Du mir gezeigt."
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"Ich war nervĂśs, ob ich wirklich kommen soll. Was sind da fĂźr Leute? Mit wem verstehe ich mich? Nach einer Stunde war mir klar: Gute Freundinnen sind gleich. Ich muss mich nicht mit jedem verstehen. Und allein fĂźr die Methoden hat es sich gelohnt. DankeschĂśn!"
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"So schnell im Deep Talk. Interessant!"
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\*\* Einige Highlights von der Webseite:\*\*
* [Wo kann man neue Leute kennenlernen?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/neue-leute-kennenlernen)
* [Wie schnell entsteht wahre Freundschaft?](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/wie-schnell-entsteht-freundschaft)
* [Der ultimative Freundschaftstipp: Zum Essen einladen - bei Dir zu Hause](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/zum-essen-einladen)
* [Das erste Freundschafts-Treffen: So lernt ihr Euch wirklich kennen](https://abenteuer-freundschaft.de/freundschaftstreffen)
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**Sichere Dir Deinen Platz mit [einem Ticket (Eventbrite).](https://www.eventbrite.de/e/nur-fur-frauen-neue-freundinnen-in-berlin-workshop-tickets-1982769849996)**
Strategic Sourcing Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
Staying relevant: Data, innovation and the architecture of decision-making
Finally, itâs happening! [Value Rebels](https://www.valuerebels.com/) are thrilled to invite you to another [Product Management Night](https://productmanagementnights.com/), this time in the inspiring office of [Babbel](https://uk.babbel.com/). Under the banner âStaying Relevant: Data, innovation, and the architecture of decision-makingâ, weâll explore how to stay innovative in a fast-changing environment and what it really takes to make meaningful, dataâinformed decisions in a world saturated with signals.
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**Date**: March 5th
đ **Location:** Babbels office at [AndreasstraĂe 72, 10243 Berlin](https://maps.app.goo.gl/PNNNehcW9GmBdf6T7)
đĽ Drinks & Finger Food Provided (veggie/vegan)
**Timetable**
18:00 \| Doors Open: Networking over drinks and light food
18:45 \| Intro and hello from Value Rebels and Babbel
19:00 \| âEscaping the innovatorâs dilemma: How established companies stay disruptiveâ \- An on\-stage discussion with [Diana Pulnar](https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-pulnar-51781b13/)
19:30 \| Break
19:40 "What data-driven, actually means in 2026" - A talk by [Markus Kiefer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/markus-kiefer-979372388/)
20:10 \- 21:00 \| Closing & Networking
(Please note: times are approximate)
**Get to know our experts & speakers**
đ¤ **[Markus Kiefer](https://www.linkedin.com/in/markus-kiefer-979372388/)**[ ](https://www.linkedin.com/in/markus-kiefer-979372388/)is a Tech & Data Consultant passionate about turning data into better product decisions. He works with product and engineering teams to design data-driven systems and helps organisations not just to understand their users but the systems that increasingly decide for them.
đ¤ **[Diana Pulnar](https://www.linkedin.com/in/diana-pulnar-51781b13/)** is VP Product at Babbel, where she leads teams that translate speech technology and learner insights into concrete outcomes. She focuses on product strategies that balance data with real learner behaviour and uses experimentation to keep decisions anchored in results for learners.
**Why join us?**
* **Discover how to stay relevant:** explore how established teams handle innovation, tradeâoffs and the tension between todayâs business and tomorrowâs bets.
* **Rethink what âdataâdrivenâ means:** move from more dashboards to understanding the whole system behind your product decisions.
* **Connect with peers who get it:** share experiences with senior product, tech and data people facing similar constraints and ambitions.
**Who should attend?**
Product Leaders & Drivers
C-level & Business Leaders
Experienced product contributors
đ¨ Limited spots available - reserve yours only if youâre sure you can join!
đ¸ **đ¸ Please note:** We will be capturing event photos for promotional use. Let us know if you prefer not to be photographed. Photos are only taken of people who give consent on site. You can always say no or change your mind on the day or by emailing employerbranding@babbel.com
đ Looking forward to seeing you on March 5th
Conscious Lap Dance: Own your Sensuality - Tantra inspired (WOMEN ONLY)
Come back home to your body and your sensuality, stepping into delicious self-expression. No performance, just dancing for your own pleasure. Explore, embody and express your sensuality from a place of self-love and discover what you need to drop in more fully.
It's not about looking a certain way or moving a certain way- it's about you feeling comfortable in your skin and celebrating your aliveness, your beauty, your radiance - and allowing yourself to be witnessed as this alive, beautiful, radiant being
As women we often feel unsafe in our sensual and sexual expression. Afraid that it might be seen as an invitation or that it will be used against us. The truth is that when a woman is connected to these parts of herself, she is immensely powerful.
When you think of a lap dance, you might think of a strip club where men seem to have the power and women are dancing for their pleasure. **This workshop aims to redefine the dynamics of a lap dance** where the dancer dances for his or her own pleasure while the receiver holds space for their process. Together we explore the qualities that support or diminish your sensual expression. The goal is not to seduce the receiver - though whenever you are fully dropped in, this becomes inevitable.
**This is a Tantra inspired event.** The dynamics of a lap dance offer a perfect representation of the eternal love story between Shiva (divine masculine) and Shakti (the divine feminine). In this workshop we will play with masculine and feminine energy - exploring their qualities and how they interact and fuel one another. Youâll be invited to embody both.
This is not a dance class where you learn steps. You are always invited to follow your own flow, exploring your unique expression. **Become a more fully and expressed version of yourself and discover yourself through the art of lap dance.**
**What to expect**
* Introduction & sharing
* Warm up exercises to connect with the group, to land in your body and to gradually prepare you for the lapdance
* Playful boundary exercise
* Exploration of feminine and masculine qualities
* Lap dance experience
* Reflection on what supports and diminishes your sensual expression
**Program (subjective to change)**
15.00 - 16.00 Introduction & sharing
16.00 - 16.30 warm up & connection
16.30 - 17.00 embodiment practice
17.00 - 17.15 playful boundary setting practice
17.15 - 17.30 short break
17.30 - 18.15 exploring masculine and feminine qualities
18.15 - 18.45 lap dance practice
18.45 - 19.00 closing circle
**What to bring**
* Wear anything that you feel comfortable, sensual and confident in; maybe something that feels nice on your skin, something that allows you ro move easily, or- it can also be something sexy. If you are unsure what to wear, you can simply bring the outfit you are unsure of and slip into it whenever it feels right.
* Water bottle
* Journal (optional)
**Testimonials**
*I highly recommend going to Sophieâs offering Conscious Lap Dance. It was almost like a beautiful womenâs circle plus expressing and connecting to ourselves and other women through the art of dance. I learned so much about space holding and taking space in the most beautiful mutual and safe way. I got to experience how dancing staying connected with myself can feel. Very empowering :)*
**\- Maria L**
*Sophie facilitates her events with passion, presence and so much integrity. I felt really seen and safe in the lap dance event and did connect with my inner goddess and playful spirit. Also my fears in the beginning were welcome and I could integrate some wounded parts within me. Every exercise is really an invitation to get to know yourself and your pleasure better while being able to connect in small steps with other participants.*
**\- Sophia Lara**
**Tickets**
45⏠per person
[purchase your ticket here](https://www.sophieheldens.com/tickets?utm_source=meetup&utm_campaign=lapdance)
[ ](https://www.sophieheldens.com/tickets)
[ ](https://www.sophieheldens.com/tickets)**Location:**
Praxis KĂśpi
KĂśpenicker StraĂe 175
**Please take note:** This event takes place at a beautiful studio located on the 5th floor. There is no elevator so please only sign up if you are able to walk up and down the stairs. Youâll find the studio in the second backyard. Take the outdoor stairs up to the front door of the building.
**Please take note:** This event takes place at a beautiful studio located on the 5th floor. There is no elevator so please only sign up if you are able to walk up and down the stairs. Youâll find the studio in the second backyard. Take the outdoor stairs up to the front door of the building.
**Facilitor.**
Hi! My name is Sophie. I'm Tantra and feminine embodiment facilitator. It's my greatest passion is to create spaces in which individuals and couples are able to (re-)connect with the beauty of life, the beauty of humanity and the beauty of being themselves.
I have been teaching Tantra for over 3 years. I'm double certified as a Tantra teacher (700 hours by the esteemed Ma Ananda Sarita) and have studied with teachers in Greece, Thailand, India and Ibiza. My workshops are gentle yet transformative, spiritual yet grounded and always heart-centered. Expect this one to be playful and sensual!
www.sophieheldens.com
More info via: [www.sophieheldens.com](https://www.sophieheldens.com?utm_source=meetup&utm_campaign=lapdance)
*PS. despite seemingly low attendance on Meetup, these events always take place with sufficient participants unless communicated differently*
Lean Coffee for Managers & Leaders
Join us for an upcoming in-person Lean Coffee meetup. Lean Coffee is a lightly-structured meeting format where the attendees create the agenda.
Bring your management challenges; whether you're managing people, products, processes or beyond, and solve them together with peers from a diverse set of backgrounds.
This event is great for anybody trying to create better ways of working and wants to share with + learn from others trying to do the same.
Tantra Yoga for Women Group
**Only for Women** \| Group \| Twice per month Thursdays 18:30 â 21:00 \| MahaYoga Zentrum Berlin
**Upcoming**
* 5th of March 2026
* 26th of March 2026
* 9th of April 2026
* 23rd of April 2026
* 21st of May 2026
* 4th of June 2026
* 25th of June 2026
* 2nd of July 2026
* 23rd of July 2026
* 6th of August 2026
* more dates will follow
**About**
This group is about embracing your inner strength, cultivating self-love, and awakening the fullness of who you are.
Connect with other women through **supportive sisterhood** without envy or competition.
As part of our journey, we will explore the **concept of Shakti, the eternal feminine energy,** and dive into the **principles of polarity between Shiva and Shakti â** the sacred masculine and feminine forces. We will also learn about the **principles of resonance** and the **human structure** according to the holistic Tantra Yoga system.
In the light of the **occult law of resonance**, you will understand that **femininity** represents an awareness of a womanâs inner nature and involves consciously working with the **specific energies corresponding to the Shakti qualities** you wish to awaken.
This is a **spiritual womenâs group** for those seeking deep transformation, where youâll be embraced in a **supportive sisterhood**. Together, we will grow, heal, and empower each other, creating bonds that nourish and uplift.
Through guided tantric practices, we will create a sacred space to support you in:
* **Blossoming as a woman**
* **Stepping into your full abundance**
* **Amplify your feminine energy** and inner strength
* Cultivate **self-love**, emotional balance, and relaxation
* Understand the **principles of Shakti and polarity** with Shiva
* Explore the **subtle human structure** in relation to Tantra Yoga
* Learn **morning rituals and purification techniques** for daily alignment
* Embrace **yoga techniques to enhance happiness** and joy
* Practice **stress management and relaxation** to restore inner peace
* Use **transfiguration** as a tool for spiritual growth and transformation
Whether you are new to Tantra Yoga or seeking to deepen your practice, this course offers a nurturing environment for your growth and radiance.
**For whom is this group?**
This group is ideal for women of all backgrounds who want to embrace their femininity, experience profound spiritual growth, and connect with other empowered women.
* **Women seeking personal transformation:** Those who are ready to explore and deepen their connection to their feminine essence and inner strength.
* **Spiritually curious women:** Individuals interested in spirituality, self-awareness, and the ancient practices of Tantra Yoga and Yoga.
* **Women looking for empowerment:** Women who want to step into their power, amplify their femininity, and embrace their full potential.
* **Women experiencing stress or emotional imbalance:** Those looking for tools to manage stress, find relaxation, and cultivate emotional balance.
* **Women craving community:** Those who value the support and connection of a like-minded sisterhood and desire a nurturing environment for growth.
* **New or experienced in Tantra Yoga:** Whether new to Tantra Yoga or experienced in similar spiritual practices, women who want to learn more about feminine energy, polarity, and holistic wellness.
* **Women seeking healing and inner peace:** Individuals on a healing journey, eager to experience emotional, spiritual, and energetic transformation.
* **Women interested in personal development:** Women who are passionate about self-growth, mindfulness, and living a life aligned with their highest potential.
***Please note, that you can only participate at this group, if you are woman and atleast 18 years old.***
**About the group instructor**
My name is Niluma Anne, a passionate Yogini on a dedicated spiritual journey for the past seven years. From the very beginning, I have immersed myself in a spiritual womenâs group, which has been a profound source of support and growth. Yoga and Tantra Yoga have brought incredible balance, harmony, and a deeper understanding of myself, truly transforming my life.
Throughout my journey with the traditional integral Yoga system, Iâve learned practical ways to bring calm and balance into daily life, even in challenging times. Completing my Tantra Yoga for Women Instructor Training was a turning point, as it allowed me to blossom in ways I hadnât thought possible. Being surrounded by a nurturing sisterhood showed me the immense power of women uplifting one another, and I now feel called to share this path with other women who seek similar transformation.
In this **Tantra Yoga for Women** group, I am excited to lead you through these teachings, helping you connect deeply with your feminine energy and support your blossoming into fullness and joy. Together, weâll create a safe and sacred space where you can embrace your own potential, find balance, and build bonds with a supportive community of women. I look forward to sharing this journey with you!
**Price per month**
Normal: 30,00 âŹ
***Note:*** Over Meetup you can only sign-up for the first month for 10,00 âŹ. If you want to continue you need to sign-up via our provider ablefy. At our reception you will receive more information or via email: berlin@traditionelles-yoga.de
**Address**
Deutsche Akademie fĂźr traditionelles Yoga e. V.
MahaYoga Zentrum
Brunnenstr. 147
10115 Berlin
(Directly at underground station U Bernauer Str. (U8) [elevator exit])
Anatomy of a Term Sheet (Seed / Pre-Series A) â What Really Matters
Great to see how much interest and engagement there was around our last session on the Convertible Loan Agreement â thanks to everyone who joined and asked so many thoughtful questions đ
Given that momentum, Iâd love to continue the series with another practical, founder-focused meetup in Berlin in \~4 weeks:
đ Pizza & đş beer & đˇwine
đ¤ relaxed networking
đ a 30-minute practical intro session:
**âAnatomy of a Term Sheet (Seed / Pre-Series A)â**
(no legalese, no theory â just what actually matters in practice)
Weâll look at questions like:
â valuation vs. real economics
â liquidation preference & participation
â option pool mechanics
â control rights, vetoes, and board setup
â common red flags and negotiation traps
After the short session, plenty of time to hang out, meet people, and exchange war stories.
Looking forward to seeing many of you in person again soon. đ
Kiez&Kids Tour - Entdeckungsreise durch die Stadt / StadtfĂźhrungen in Berlin
Bringt gute Laune, schĂśnes Wetter und Interesse mit. Wir treffen uns je nach Tour an unterschiedlichen Orten. Am 1. April 2018 um 15 Uhr gehts los am Eingang zur Akademie der KĂźnste am Pariser Platz neben dem Brandenburger Tor.
Quality Engineering meetup #11
**PLEASE NOTE THE ADDRESS CHANGE! We're now at [w3hub.berlin](https://w3hub.berlin)**
*[Qase](https://qase.io) is presenting the **eleventh** Meetup on Quality Engineering in Berlin.*
*This time, weâre bringing you three deep-dive talks â all designed to challenge the way you think about quality, testing, and collaboration.*
*As always, expect great conversations, snacks, and drinks. See you there!*
**AGENDA**
**1\. Mitesh Patel\, Technical Consultant \- Scientific Instruments @ Altum Solutions: *Food QA: Testing Tasting***
On this fine evening, we shall enjoy some food ⌠and also learn why we enjoy it. Because tasting is really a form of testing for our brains â wetware QA in essence.
But how do we reformulate this wetware testing into those familiar realms of software and hardware testing? It is not as simple as exchanging taste buds for test suites and bites for bytes. Just ask Big Food which spends billions on this same question: How can computers do taste tests like humans?
Guided by the example of an ML/AI-powered scientific instrument for chemical analyses, namely, a spectrometer, this session addresses this question and explores the broader topic of QA in the food industry. Discover how food companies scale testing across scientific software, device hardware, and food/human wetware. So grab a spoon for this insider scoop on QA for food.
**2\. Vitaly Sharovatov\, developer advocate @ Qase: *QA Myths Busting: A Practical Guide to Higher Quality***
Have you ever felt the urge to increase the amount of testing or hire more testers, thinking it would improve product quality? As a tester, have you ever been held âaccountableâ for quality or pressed for time, leaving you feeling helpless? Or perhaps youâve been asked to justify quality assurance initiatives with numbers?
Our industry is filled with myths: from âquality can be measuredâ to âmore testing means higher qualityâ and from âQA slows down workâ to âtesters are responsible for qualityâ. In this talk, I will present the myths I once believed, explain the dangers they pose to both teams and products, and demonstrate how they should be debunked and overcome.
**3\. Asya Isakova\, Co\-Founder @ TECH_Connect: đđ˘đłđŻ đđłđśđ´đľ\, đđŚđŚđą đ đ°đśđł đđ°đŁ**
The job market is wild: itâs hard to get hired, and sometimes even harder to stay hired. In a new role (or a new team), one of the fastest ways to reduce uncertainty and accelerate collaboration is to build trust quickly.
But how do colleagues and managers decide youâre trustworthy? Itâs rarely just about closing Jira tickets or moving cards on a Kanban board. People assess trust through patterns of behavior: what you do, how consistently you do it, and how do you act towards others.
In this talk, youâll learn an evidence-based approach to building trust at work using three practical components: integrity, reliability, and benevolence. Weâll unpack what shapes peopleâs trust judgments (including context, risk, and prior experiences) and translate research into concrete behaviors you can apply immediately: especially in multicultural and cross-functional teams.
Strategic Sourcing Events Near You
Connect with your local Strategic Sourcing community
Making Moves: Small-Group Coaching for Women in Product
## Hey Columbus WIP peeps!
## Are you ready for an event that actually gives you what you asked for??
**\-\-\-\-\-\-**
**A Small-group coaching conversations for women in product navigating growth, leadership, and career decisions.**
**March 10 \| 5:30â8:00 PM**
**Rev1 -- NEW SPACE**
**330 Rush Alley #100**
**Parking Options:**
⢠**Rev1 at The Peninsula**
⢠**Starling St. Garage South** â 377 W. Capital St.
⢠**LAZ Parking (COSI)** â 50 Belle St.
⢠**LAZ Parking Limited** â 375 W. State St.
⢠**Veterans Memorial Lot** â 300 W. Broad St.
⢠**Metered Street Parking**
**What moves are you making?**
A promotion youâre working toward.
A role change youâre considering.
A bigger leadership opportunity.
A conversation that needs to happen.
A decision thatâs been sitting in the back of your mind.
For our Q1 Women in Product Columbus event, weâre creating space to actually work through those moments.
**Making Moves** is an evening of focused, facilitated coaching conversations with experienced mentors from our local product community. This isnât a panel. Itâs not passive networking. Itâs small-group dialogue designed to be thoughtful, practical, and worth your time.
Hereâs how it will work:
⢠Youâll choose a topic that reflects what youâre navigating right now
⢠Youâll join a small coaching circle (5â7 participants)
⢠Each circle is led by a mentor who has lived experience in that area
⢠Weâll run two rounds so you can go deeper or explore a second conversation
### Coaching Topics:
⢠Communicating the Value of Your Work (or Team)
⢠Career Transitions & Whatâs Next
⢠Growing Into Leadership
⢠Staying Relevant as Technology (and AI) Changes
⢠Getting Alignment and Decisions from Leadership
Our goal is simple: you leave with clearer thinking, practical perspective, and at least one next step you feel confident about.
Space in each circle will be limited to keep conversations meaningful.
If this sounds like the kind of room youâve been wanting to be in, weâd love to see you on March 10.
RSVP here! [https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event](https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event "https://community.womenpm.org/c/all-local-events/making-moves-a-columbus-wip-event")
*And if you haven't joined the WIP group - do that too, would ya?!?!*
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Your Columbus Chapter Leads -
Amber, Leah and Liz!
Want to Truly Heal from Emotional Trauma?
Why are we unhappy? Where does emotional pain come from? Studies show that people who suffer from long-term emotional pain have painful experiences in their lives that were never fully resolved in their mind. In other words, there were issues in the past that were not completely dealt with. This can include abuse in childhood, breakups, divorce, death of a loved one, to name a few.
How do you know whether you have gotten over something painful? Here is an easy test: Do you still have attention on what had happened to you? For instance, do you still find yourself thinking about something painful that you went through? If you are, then you are not over it. In fact, in severe cases, people find themselves playing a "tape" in their mind over and over again.
So how do you heal from your past? How do you stop the "tape" playing in your mind? In this meeting, you will learn a technique to help you with that.
Come join us! Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Dianetics and Scientology life improvement center.
Gold Star Business Networking
Bring your business cards and network in person with other business professionals! Gold Star Referral Clubs is one of the most established professional networking organizations in the country, with multiple groups in central Ohio. Join us!
How to Take Control of YOUR Mental Health
Itâs time to take control of your mental health. How do you get rid of stress, anxiety and uncertainty? These emotions are buried deep in your reactive mind.
Find out what the reactive mind is, and in the process find yourself.
Here is the secret of being positive and free:
Thinking positively is not enough.
You also have to get rid of the negative thinking.
Your mind is like a garden.
You can plant many beautiful flowers in it, but if you don't get rid of the weeds when you plant your flowers, the weeds will soon take over the whole garden.
A positive thought is like a flower in your mental garden, and a negative thought is like a weed.
You cannot expect to have a positive mindset if you continue to have negative thoughts dwelling and growing there.
So, how do you get rid of the negative thoughts? That's what this Meetup is all about. Attend this local meeting and find out!
The Meetup event will be led by a consultant who had helped many people live happier in life.
Be sure to click on the red "Attend" button below to come to this local event. We look forward to seeing you there.
This group is created by the Dianetics & Scientology life improvement center.
Quarterly Goals Reset for Product Professionals
One of the most valuable parts of this community is the opportunity to think out loud with other product professionals. This session is built for exactly that.
As we wrap up the quarter, itâs a great time to pause and reflect. Whatâs on track? What needs adjustment? Where could a small shift create bigger impact?
Join fellow product professionals for a focused, interactive conversation designed to help you recalibrate for the next quarter. Youâll have the opportunity to share where you are, hear how others are thinking through similar challenges, and gain fresh perspective you can bring back to your team and organization.
Weâll gather at 8:00AM, with discussion starting promptly at 8:15AM.
đ First Watch - 7227 N High St
Located in: The Shops at Worthington
Ample parking is available.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase.
Start your morning with clarity and connection â we hope to see you there! âď¸
Free Seminar: How to Improve Your Self Confidence & Social Life
Come attend a free in-person seminar where you will find out why you:
-Feel isolated
-Can't express yourself openly
-Get nervous or anxious in front of people
-Run out of things to say or feel tongue-tied
-Feel introverted
-Don't feel comfortable in any social setting
-Can't make more friends
-Are shy and miss opportunities to connect in a meaningful way
And we cover what you can do about any one, some or all of the above.
This seminar is the weapon against loneliness, isolation and boredom, come join us!
COME TO THIS SEMINAR AND LEARN THE SECRETS TODAY
This seminar is brought to you by the Dianetics & Scientology Life Improvement Center.
1266 Dublin Road, Columbus, Ohio 43215
Agile Coaching Circle -- IN-PERSON
Join other experienced and aspiring agile coaches and professionals to:
* develop and practice your coaching skills in a peer-to-peer environment
* share current successes and challenges in your work environment and get support from each other
* learn from each other, build better relationships and experiment with new ideas




















