Networking is more than just showing up to an event and expecting business to come your way. It would be awesome if it worked that way, but it doesn’t. Business Networking, and establishing good connections, does require work. Lots of work. In fact, the word “work” is right in the word “network”! How about that?
read moreThe lack of closure made me think of how it feels when you’re dismissed from someone you’ve met at a networking event. I don’t mean dismissed right there at the event although that can happen. But when you follow up with someone that you’ve met and you never quite re-establish the connection after the meeting.
read moreWhat we’re going to discuss is not really an elevator speech. Or an elevator pitch! Because if we were to have that discussion, it may encourage you (maybe even force you) to pitch your products and services. And that’s not what an elevator speech should be about.
read moreBecause business owners and sales people exhibiting at conferences, conventions, trade shows, product shows, and expos want to sell their products and services while collecting lots of business cards. Of course! And if you’re looking to sell your product and service to them (as in the exhibitor), they don’t want to talk to you. Well, they almost never want to talk to you. Can you blame them?
read moreSince, the New Year is all about resolution, reflection, new beginnings, big ideas, a fresh start, clean slate, (not to mention good will to all and that sort of thing!), I want to send you into 2018 knowing that I’m thinking about you and your goals.
read moreTo grow your business. Land a job. Learn something. Socialize. Help someone. Solve a problem. Whatever your focus, here are four business networking strategies that can help you get there more, better, and faster!
read moreNetworking at holiday shin-digs may be a bit different from the usual chamber meeting or networking event so here are some quick tips on how to “work the room” while socializing and celebrating. Cheers!
read moreHow many events, mixers, or meetings do you attend? Coffee meetings do you schedule? Phone calls do you make? Emails do you send? LinkedIn messages do you post? Facebook pics do you share? Tweets do you make? Snaps do you chat? Are you getting everything out of your business networking that you’re putting in?
read moreStarting a conversation with strangers (remember, mom told us not to talk to strangers) can definitely be difficult in business settings but it’s much easier if you create the proper context. A few of these business networking reminders may help!
read moreA couple of weeks ago, I discussed Great Habits to Grow Your Business and promised 5 More Great Habits to Grow Your Business. Here they are!
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