networking

Creating Connections

June 28, 2010

An effective way to build the habit of asking for referrals begins by giving them to others first!
If you are now or have ever been a member of BNI, you know the philosophy well.  “Givers Gain.”
Joanne Black, author of “No More Cold Calling” says that this behavior stimulates reciprocity in others. She herself has benefited [...]

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Build Your Business by Speaking

March 30, 2010

One of the fastest ways you can grow your business is through speaking. It gives prospective clients a way to sample you before they work with you. It allows you to reach many people at one time.
At one time Tony Robbins was unknown. He was so committed to becoming successful that he would do three [...]

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6 Secrets to Successful Schmoozing- Yahoo! HotJobs

March 10, 2010

6 Secrets to Successful Schmoozing- Yahoo! HotJobs.
This article is by my friend, Susan RoAne, author of “How to Work a Room.” Before I met Susan, I was painfully shy. 15 years ago, I saw her demonstrate how to make connections with a room full of people, one person at a time. We reconnected this past [...]

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Creating Connections with 5 Simple Questions

February 26, 2010

“People do business with people they know, like and trust.”
Try asking these five simple questions the next time you meet someone or want to know more about someone you already know.
You might be surprised at what you learn when you are curious and make the other person feel like they are the most important [...]

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Photos from iPhone to Fame

February 1, 2010

Sometimes things seem to be easy but they are not obvious. Like transferring photos from my iPhone to my computer. I googled my query and here is what I found: How do I get pictures off my Apple iPhone? :: Free Tech Support :: Ask Dave Taylor!® http://bit.ly/aGYec7
If you are on a Mac, you can [...]

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Meetup Magic

November 5, 2009

I attended the kickoff meeting of the North Bay Webify Your Business Meetup, www.northbaywebify.com. The group follows a format and tips published by Patrick Schwerdtfeger in his book, Webify Your Business, Internet Marketing Secrets for the Self-Employed (available at www.Amazon.com). You can also get these tips as individual e-course by signing up for them at [...]

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Networking that Attracts Clients

February 6, 2009

Set your intentions before each networking event
➢    Make a plan
➢    Put it on paper
➢    How will you know you have succeeded in meeting your goals?
➢    Schedule time for follow up within 48 hours of the event
Susan RoAne, best selling author of How to Work a Room and What Do I Say Next? offers advice on [...]

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