What Has Networking Got To Do With Joint Ventures?
What has networking got to do with joint ventures? "PLENTY" is the short answer to this question.Networking is a very important element of joint venture marketing because the more you network, the more you meet potential partners and build relationships that lead to profitable joint ventures.Your network of business associates,... Read More
Social Network Software
My neighbor ? a lovely man I've known, and have had social contact with for years ? is the COO of one of the world's largest companies. He's read my books, is familiar with my concepts, and is a fan. But we've not talked shop due to our social connection.One... Read More
The 7 Habits of Highly Horrible Networkers
Networking is a term that didn't exist (academically) until almost 40 years ago. It's a word uttered in and around the business world every day, yet is unclear to most as to how it actually works. Still, it's a fundamental tool to the success of any business.By definition, the term... Read More
Two-Step Your Communication
Ever use someone else to get your message out?For example, big, multi-location companies sometimes make important announcements through local plant or office managers, rather than at head office. Another example: advocacy groups that ask their members to individually write or call politicians.Both examples illustrate what's called a two-step communication strategy... Read More
Practice Makes Pefect
What is the problem when people try to describe what they do and they stumble over their words and never consistently repeat the same message?Have you ever gone to a networking event and the person next to you is trying to describe what they do and they keep miscuing the... Read More
How to Keep from Sounding LIKE Totally Stupid
June is reality check month. Lots of the resolutions have been made and most are already broken. It's time to take a hard look at where you are going in 05 and beyond. One of the most important things you can do for yourself is to update all your personal... Read More
Powerful Networking: Focus on Building Connections, Not Closing Sales
You can find numerous references in the business literature about the importance of a company's mission. These sources emphasize that the mission is not to make a profit; that a profit is the outcome of and reward for fulfilling the mission. In the same sense, the mission of networking is... Read More
Follow-Up with Your Contacts
What happens when you meet a potential client at an event and you do not follow up?So now the event is over and you have collected a number of business cards, taken notes on the best prospects, divided the cards into Y(es), N(o), and M(aybe), now what? It is time... Read More
Create a 10 Second Introduction From Your USP
You can generate a ton of business by networking, whether you belong to a networking organization or just get referrals from existing (satisfied) customers. Whenever you meet a new potential client, it's important to create the right impression about you and your business straight away. That's where a 10 second... Read More
Make Money on the Internet - The Lifestyle Advantages of Professional Marketers
Some of the most successful businesses in existence today started in a box room, bedroom or garage. It isn't how you start out to make money at home that is important. What really matters is that you had the courage to begin.With a home based business, you are your own... Read More
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Sharpen Your Business Networking Skill To Grow Your Small Business
Most people become lax at maintaining their professional business network... Read More
Alcohol & Events
Many people associate alcohol with relaxation and fun, so it... Read More
Who Are You and What The Heck Do You Do?
A few years ago, I was attending a family function... Read More
Make Money on the Internet - The Lifestyle Advantages of Professional Marketers
Some of the most successful businesses in existence today started... Read More
Build Your Business through Strategic Networking
Networking ? it's the latest business trend. Or is it?Actually,... Read More
What I Do Is Not Who I Am... The Networking Factor
Ah, the personal touch that continues to make a big... Read More
Networking and Trade Shows
The most important reasons people exhibit at a trade show?... Read More
You Can?t Spell Networking Without Serendipity
"Fear not to entertain strangers for by so doing some... Read More
Flying High, Flying Far
"What me? Sell myself? You have to be joking!"This was... Read More
Increasing the ROI on Your Networking
Networking requires an investment of time, money and effort. Here... Read More
3 Reasons to Join a Group
Defining your purpose for joining a group.When you make the... Read More
Why Bother With Social Networking Sites Like LinkedIn?
Q: I think I understand the value of networking as... Read More
The 4 Actions of Awesome Hospitality
These Actions of Awesome Hospitality? will help you manifest the... Read More
Hows Your Net Working?
In recent weeks, I've had the opportunity to pass along... Read More
Good Manners Mean Good Business
Good manners, good networking and good business all have the... Read More
Lesson 61 - When Does Aggressiveness Turn Into Annoyance?
The StoryWhen attending conferences, conventions, or private events, it's guaranteed... Read More
Create a 10 Second Introduction From Your USP
You can generate a ton of business by networking, whether... Read More
10 Steps to Successful Networking
"It's not what you know, it's who you know."This old... Read More
Sticky Situations: Nametag Best Practices
Because a person's name is the single context of human... Read More
Building Bridges - The Importance of Being Connected Where You Live
As a Young Professional (YP) in the up-and-coming city of... Read More
Business Networking ? Extroverted Web Weaving for the Introvert
If you have been in business for any amount of... Read More
Networking in the Business world
Why is it so important to network with other people... Read More
It Pays to be Friendly
Most small business people do not take advantage of human... Read More
10 Effective Ways to Remember Names
Sigmund Freud says "a person's name is the single context... Read More
The Secrets to Networking Success
Recently I was interviewed for a book on networking. My... Read More
8 Ways To Develop Confidence In New Situations
Do you enjoy one-on-one networking, however, the thought of walking... Read More
The Secrets of Effective Networking
Before we talk about specific networking tips I want to... Read More
Giving the Gift of Your Name (The Networking Factor)
Although, this is about giving the gift of your name... Read More
Why Arent You Talking to Me?
Your nonverbal communication talks before you do. Only seven percent... Read More
Putting The Fun Back In Networking
Networking is one of the most important skills a person... Read More
Plan for the Event or Flounder
Rather than being there to eat the food and drink... Read More
Write It Down!
Why would you want to write information on paper when... Read More
Online Business Networking: How Personal is Too Personal?
Online networking has opened up some fantastic business opportunities for... Read More
Is The Company You Keep Hurting Your Business?
When you look at your friends, it's like looking into... Read More
Test Your Networking Know-How
Let's test your knowledge on networking:1)The best definition of networking... Read More
Talk Isnt Cheap
The most successful organizations have good communication skills. Survey after... Read More
Who Are You and What The Heck Do You Do?
A few years ago, I was attending a family function... Read More
Networking for Wallflowers: How to Profit from Getting into the Crowd
The two most common complaints about networking are: 1) I... Read More
Mary Kay Ash Did It Best... (The Networking Factor)
"The Networking Factor, Everyone is important!" This slogan reminds me... Read More
Are You Building Relationships Online?
How's your relationship?I'm not prying into your personal life, so... Read More
Examination of Discovery - Finding the Right Networking Group
Why would I pick this group over another group?How many... Read More
Successfully Meeting And Greeting - Ten Strategies For Getting Off To A Good Start
A day in the life of every businessperson is made... Read More
Networking
Put join a networking group on your to do list... Read More
Unforgettable First Impressions Part 3: Time is (Not) On Your Side
You only have three seconds?Connect in under a minute?People decide... Read More
You MUST Be Visible
Have you ever noticed how visible large corporations are? Take... Read More
62 Ways to MAXIMIZE Your Approachability
If you walk into your local bookstore and pick up... Read More
Acknowledging Referrals! What?s in It For You?
I grew up in a household where saying thank you... Read More
The Power of Word of Mouth
Most of us remember the commercial that said, "I told... Read More
Good Manners Mean Good Business
Good manners, good networking and good business all have the... Read More
The 7 Habits of Highly Horrible Networkers
Networking is a term that didn't exist (academically) until almost... Read More
Lesson 15 - Meeting the Prince with More Reputation than Power
The StoryBusiness has a habit of testing us as individuals... Read More
10 Terrific Tips to Talk Your Way to the Top
What is "the top" anyway? According to society, "top" has... Read More
How to Avoid Falling Asleep Behind the Conversational Wheel
Think about the last time you feel asleep behind the... Read More
Follow-Up with Your Contacts
What happens when you meet a potential client at an... Read More
The Promotion Factor: Seven Strategies to Promote Yourself and Your Business by Playing Golf
Effective business promotion is more powerful than advertising. Using golf... Read More
Giving Referrals to Get Referrals
One of the best ways to get a referral is... Read More
What Has Networking Got To Do With Joint Ventures?
What has networking got to do with joint ventures? "PLENTY"... Read More
Have We Met Before? What to Do When You Cant Remember Who Yourre Talking To
You see him from across the room. You know him,... Read More
3 Reasons to Join a Group
Defining your purpose for joining a group.When you make the... Read More
Ask for Referrals: And Get the Answer You Want!
Why are people scared to ask for a referral? Is... Read More
Discover Your Own Source Of Business Leads
Generating new business leads is critical in your success, no... Read More
Joining Industry Specific Organizations Has Many Benefits
Recently, while providing an up-and-coming Virtual Assistant (VA) and small... Read More
Alcohol & Events
Many people associate alcohol with relaxation and fun, so it... Read More
Are You Really Listening: The Importance of Strong Communication Skills
Let's face it, when most people think of IT professionals,... Read More
The Answer to Your Worst Networking Nightmare
Imagine you just met your ideal client at a networking... Read More
Increase Your Sales by 30% Using Internet Collaboration Networks
Small businesses are really excluded from the global economySmall businesses... Read More
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