DSB Training and Coaching

24/11/2025

Fancy a spot of November Netwalking?

We're a small but growing group of men, who once a month head out for a walk in the countryside around Kendal.

There's no agenda - just the chance to get in a little morning exercise, and perhaps extend the conversation over a coffee afterwards.

Feel free to DM us if interested, or share with someone who would love this!

Matt Towe

24/10/2025

📣 Calling all men in business – if networking indoors isn’t your thing, come and start your day the 8 O’Clockers’ way.

On Wednesday 29th October join Dave Brown and the rest of the group for a relaxed morning walk in Kendal.

There’s no pressure, no pitches, no name badges – just good company, fresh air and the kind of conversations that flow more easily when you’re side by side in nature.

Whether you’re a home worker, freelancer, flexi-worker or somewhere in between, this is your space to connect, clear your head and start the day on the right foot.

Our next monthly meet is on Wednesday 29th October at 8am - 9:30am with an optional brew afterwards at No Hands Rest.

This is a donation-based event (suggested £7 – or pay what feels right for you 🙏).

Find out more or save your spot here > https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-8-oclockers-monthly-walking-group-for-men-tickets-1756848554319?aff=oddtdtcreator

22/10/2025

Something very special happens when a group of men get together for a simple walk and chat in nature. We're talking gentle exercise, stimulating conversation and new connections.

That's why I really look forward to these monthly netwalks, which I run with Matt Towe.

Feel free to DM for further details, if you're curious.

Alternatively, click the link in comments to book!

Donations only :-)

📣 Calling all men in business – if networking indoors isn’t your thing, come and start your day the 8 O’Clockers’ way.

On Wednesday 29th October join Dave Brown and the rest of the group for a relaxed morning walk in Kendal.

There’s no pressure, no pitches, no name badges – just good company, fresh air and the kind of conversations that flow more easily when you’re side by side in nature.

Whether you’re a home worker, freelancer, flexi-worker or somewhere in between, this is your space to connect, clear your head and start the day on the right foot.

Our next monthly meet is on Wednesday 29th October at 8am - 9:30am with an optional brew afterwards at No Hands Rest.

This is a donation-based event (suggested £7 – or pay what feels right for you 🙏).

Find out more or save your spot here > https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-8-oclockers-monthly-walking-group-for-men-tickets-1756848554319?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/10/2025

My monthly online Peer Support sessions are becoming more and more popular with purposeful business owners looking for low cost, group-based personal development and a place to share challenges with like-minded people.

Feel free to come along and try before you buy with absolutely no obligation to continue.

Please DM me for more details if interested :-)

P.S. This is currently a very friendly and supportive group of women, but men are very welcome - and encouraged - to come along too.

22/09/2025

Start your day with a gentle walk, fresh air and great company this Wednesday at 8am!

📍From No Hands Rest Coffee House

🕦 8am

☕️ Coffee and more great chat afterwards

👉 Sign up via Eventbrite (link in bio)

👌 Share with a man who would love this :-)

16/09/2025

✨ Darkness takes many forms. ✨

When you’re running your own business, it might mean:

😴 Sleepless nights
🤔 Second guessing your decisions
💭 Wondering if you’re good enough

The truth? You don’t have to figure it all out alone.

💬 Every month I run an online Peer Support Group Coaching session for purposeful business owners.

🌱 We focus on personal development within a supportive group.
🔄 You share your stories and insights.
🌍 Over time, you transform yourself and your business.

Because knowing yourself is the starting point for creating positive impact through your work.

🌟 However dark things may feel right now, there’s always light at the end of the tunnel.

✨ Our next session is tomorrow at 9.30am (Wednesday 17th September).

✨ Your first session is completely free — no obligation to continue.

👉 DM me if you’re curious or know someone who might benefit.

Photo Credit: Me!!!

10/09/2025

I wouldn’t call myself a babe magnet. But I’ve always attracted women. I’ve no idea why.

I once did a quiz in a magazine and discovered something I wasn’t expecting…

I’m 10/10 a woman!
Or at least, I’m heavily female-brained.
That’s if you believe the results of these popular ‘entertainment’ quizzes.

But maybe there is something in it.
After all, what else could explain the fact that my monthly online Peer Support Group has become a women only zone?

So, I’d like to clear something up…

MEN ARE WELCOME AT FUTURE FIXERS’ PEER SUPPORT ONLINE GROUP COACHING SESSIONS!

You wouldn’t think it though.

Our slowly expanding group of purposeful solopreneurs contains a tapestry weaver, a marketing expert, a photographer, a coach and a dog trainer.

They have two things in common.

All of them are making a positive impact through their businesses.
And all of them…are women!

We meet, virtually, once a month.
Focus on personal development.
Share stories and insights.

Sessions build resilience and gently transform you and your business.

Don’t just take my word for it though…

‘Dave’s online peer coaching group is brilliant. Dave has a different topic each month to explore through discussion and exercises. It always helps me reflect on being human and how to stay more present in my personal and work life.’
Ginny Koppenhol, Photographer

Your first session is free with no obligation to continue. But if you want to stick around beyond this, it’s only £20 per session to do so.

And the best thing?

Men are also welcome!

📅 Next session: Wed 17th Sept, 9:30–11am (UK)
🎟 First session is free.
💸 £20 after that—if you decide to stay.
👇 Link in comments.

Claire Ashcroft

Photo: Ginny Koppenhol

27/08/2025

We weren’t expecting this…

A bunch of men, a gentle walk and no agenda.

Then, conversation flowed — photography, social media, therapy, education, diet.

By the time we finished over coffee at No Hands Rest, I felt inspired,
humbled, and reminded of how powerful simple connection can be.

We’re a small circle of men right now, but always open to others who’d like to join us.

DM me for details of our September walk and talk event for men!

Matt Towe

22/08/2025

21/08/2025

Following the rip-roaring success of our first Future Fixers’ Walk and Talk for Men event in July, we’re meeting up again next Wednesday.

We'll start outside No Hands Rest in Kendal and head up over the castle, returning about an hour later.

This is a brilliant opportunity to catch the early morning vibes and enjoy stimulating conversation, fresh air and a good dose of pre-work exercise.

Who knows – you might even make some new friends along the way!

Our men’s walks are for solo workers, freelancers, flexi-workers and anyone else looking to connect with like-minded people.

For those with a little more time on their hands, there’s the opportunity afterwards to extend the chat over coffee and a bite to eat.

If you’d love to join in the fun, click the link in comments for further details and booking (donations only). We’ll get back to you :-)

Feel free to DM with questions.

PLEASE SHARE WITH ANYONE WHO'D LOVE THIS!

📅 Wednesday 27th August
⏰ 8:00 – 9:15am
📍 No Hands Rest, Kendal

🥾 Gentle pace, amazing company and fresh air guaranteed!


Matt Towe Matt Burke

Photo: Martha Wood

30/07/2025

Great Future Fixers’ Netwalking for Men first group meet-up in Staveley, Cumbria. Having good fun and lots of interesting conversations. Just sitting outside More bakery waiting for coffee. Brilliant way to start the day and to move from friction to flow. We’ll be running lots more of these - watch this space!