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Network – and inspire – in your own special way

Aug 25, 2014

Smart people sometimes believe they have all the answers. Actually, I think the really smart ones know the opposite is true.  Case in point: While preparing a corporate workshop last spring I had the pleasure of interviewing an expert on change, advocacy, influence,...

The Over-Booked Networker

Jul 29, 2014

You know this person. Maybe you are this person. I’m talking about the individual who is chronically overbooked with networking and social events.  On many occasions (meaning more than once a week) she is double- or even triple-booked.  He drives to one event,...

Who should be in your network?

Jul 16, 2014

Earlier this year I offered a post asking you about the circles in which you socialized, hung out, networked.  It’s here if you need a refresher. Today I’m sharing a list that might inspire you to add even more diversity, interest, excitement,...

No wonder communicating gets complicated!

Jun 20, 2014

Exciting news!  I’m pitching myself headlong into my next book project. This means I’m immersing myself in reading, research, interviews, observing what’s going on around me and in the media, and (per an earlier blog) digging through The Plastic Bins...

Networking and happiness

Jun 9, 2014

Can being a more Intentional Networker make you more successful?  I’m certain of it. Being even just one notch more purposeful, positive, and present as you meet and interact with people helps you stand out in the crowd and attract more rewarding connections,...

A helpful networking metaphor

May 29, 2014

I get asked this question a lot:  How do you find the “sweet spot” between being assertive and purposeful in your networking versus allowing circumstances, serendipity, and synchronicity to do their magic? In other words, when do you really go for it? And when do you...

Strategies & tactics for those Big Projects

Mar 25, 2014

I’ve got some big projects on my plate this year.  Bet you do, too. Perhaps, like me, you have those moments where you take a good look at all you have to do and wonder how you’ll ever tackle, manage, conquer, or even simply get through them. You may feel twinges of...

Epiphanies and connections don’t just happen

Feb 4, 2014

“If you want someone to have an epiphany, you need to start a gracious conversation first.” I’ve paraphrased a little here, but those are words to consider if you want to connect, influence, or persuade others, whether it’s with your writing,...

Are you running in circles?

Jan 30, 2014

No, I don’t mean “Are you so crazy-busy that you’re running around in circles and not getting anywhere?” Although that’s always a great check-in question. What I mean is: How many circles do you have in your personal and professional life? How much...

Upping the quality of your network & social circle

Jan 24, 2014

In the mood for a little exercise that could help your happiness, success trajectory, and energy levels soar? Here we go… One of the key factors in becoming a more Intentional Networker is this: discarding the notion that more is better. More social and networking...