Beyond the Screen: Why the Best Deals Start with a Handshake
- F.I. Editorial Team
- 10 minutes ago
- 2 min read
It’s Friday morning. You’ve likely spent the better part of this week behind a dual-monitor setup, navigating spreadsheets, responding to urgent emails, and perhaps taking a few hundred calls and hopefully a few closed deals to show for it.
In the fast-paced world of capital and lending, we often mistake "efficiency" for "relationship building." But if we’ve learned anything from hosting seven successful mixers over the last two years, it’s this: The most profitable, longest-lasting partnerships rarely start in an inbox. They start in person.
Next Thursday, January 15th, we are launching Capital After Hours at Earls on Las Olas. And we want you to step out of the office and into the room.
The Office Trap
It’s easy to stay in the "office grind." It feels safe. It feels productive. But the office can also be a bubble. When you only communicate through a screen, you lose the nuance of conversation, the shared laugh over an appetizer, and the "gut feeling" you get when meeting a potential partner face-to-face.
Building a network isn’t just about adding contacts to a CRM and closing a one off deal; it’s about building trust. And trust is built much faster over a curated cocktail on a rooftop balcony than it is over a "Following up" email.
"But I'm Not a 'Networker'..."
We hear this all the time. "Networking feels forced," or "I’m not comfortable in a room full of strangers."
Here is the truth: Growth only happens outside of your comfort zone. Capital After Hours isn't a high-pressure sales environment. It’s a room full of your peers, brokers, lenders, and industry leaders, who are all there for the same reason. Whether you’re an extrovert who thrives in a crowd or an introvert who prefers a quiet one-on-one conversation, this space is designed for you. We provide the backdrop (and the incredible food), so you can just be yourself.
Even if you’re nervous, show up. The best connection you make all year might be the one you almost didn't go meet.
The Final Countdown
We are less than a week away. On Thursday at 6:30 PM, the Funder Intel team and our incredible sponsors will be at Earls on Las Olas, ready to welcome you to our 8th self-hosted event.
What’s waiting for you:
Exclusive Access: We have the upstairs balcony reserved just for this group.
Premium Hospitality: A full open bar and a chef-curated menu (the sushi and lobster tostadas are worth the trip alone).
Impact: Remember, a portion of your ticket supports the Second Chance Society, helping people in our Fort Lauderdale community get back to work.
More Deals Await
The digital world is great for maintenance, but the physical world is where you grow. Don't let another week go by without investing in your most valuable asset: your professional network.
Only a few days left to grab your spot. See you on the balcony.
🎟️ Secure your ticket here. Tickets will NOT be sold at the door.
