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10 Ideas to Help You Be a Networking Genius

Sep 15, 2011

People frequently ask me, “How can I network more effectively, make more valuable connections, attract good referrals, and build my business (or find a good job)?”  The tips below can really help.  Some ideas seem so obvious,  even mundane, but I mention...

What’s most valuable to you?

Sep 13, 2011

In light of the recent wildfires in Central Texas and the 10th anniversary remembrance of 9-11, it’s been a perfect season to reflect on what’s most important in our lives and work.   You may have heard ABC anchor Diane Sawyer say last Sunday that on...

Referral relationships: beyond the ask

Aug 31, 2011

Ever hear of a solopreneur or business owner who didn’t appreciate good referrals?  Referrals absolutely rock.  Businesses are built and sustained on them.  Stories and statistics prove what efficient business-builders they can be.  And according to a survey...

The essence of successful networking

Aug 17, 2011

Sometimes the conversations you have (or hear) after a networking event are the best ones of the day. I was blessed to listen in on one of those recently.  I had just spoken at a women’s networking event and was packing up my materials and books.  Everyone had...

Warmth & authenticity: Two must-haves in networking

Aug 6, 2011

Rarely have I felt so welcomed and accepted in all my life at a business and networking event. My colleague Sara Canaday and I had just checked into our hotel in Anaheim, California.  We are both experienced professional speakers, but were attending the National...