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How to get lucky

Feb 16, 2012

For those of you seeking tips on how to attract a steamy, romantic encounter: Sorry, that’s not the kind of “lucky” I meant. The message I want to share here is more about what Luck really is and how you can attract it.  You can apply this to romance...

5 ways to get creative with your networking

Feb 14, 2012

You may recognize this line: “My mind is a raging torrent, flooded with rivulets of thought cascading into a waterfall of creative alternatives.”  It’s one of Hedley Lamarr’s lines in the very ridiculous, very politically-incorrect movie...

What do you want others to remember about you?

Feb 10, 2012

This week I experienced an amazing LinkedIn success story as well as an adjoining epiphany about networking and memorability. The LinkedIn story first:  A gentleman who had become familiar with my work online wanted to be introduced to me because he believed we had...

7 ways to be a better connector

Feb 9, 2012

Making, giving, and receiving connections and referrals seems to be on our minds and are a big reason even off-the-charts introverts bother to network. So today I’m sharing a brief sampling of my favorite tips on the subject, specifically from the giving...

So, why do you network? Really?

Feb 7, 2012

Different people network differently for different reasons and under different situations.  Tough to say, but important to remember.  Here are a few ideas to ponder as you make decisions about where, how, why, and with whom you network.  You might network because you...

9 reasons to take a networking hiatus

Jan 31, 2012

For the last few weeks I’ve not been out networking. At all. My extroverted side is screaming, “Hey! What gives?” My more introverted, introspective side is breathing a sigh of relief. At some point my two sides will work it out and find a...

Connecting via social media: LinkedIn tips

Jan 11, 2012

Every now and then a blog or article comes along that begs to be shared in a big way (and makes me wonder if the writer has a chip implanted in my head and is reading my thoughts).  One such piece came along this week.  It’s on Inc.com and is titled “How...

Being real and transparent in networking

Jan 7, 2012

Ever met someone at a networking event and wondered if you were experiencing the “real” person?  A few weeks ago I was at a business luncheon, conversing with a woman I’d just met. She represented a line of luxury items for women and was very...

What are your networking goals for 2012?

Jan 3, 2012

As the new year begins, you’re probably in the throes of setting an array of ambitious resolutions, intentions, goals, and strategic plans.  As you do this, be sure to include a few that will guide your business networking as well.  Here are a eight questions...

For those building their networking list

Nov 29, 2011

In my last blog post, I wrote about the satisfaction you can experience when you choose to intentionally pare back an overstuffed or outdated contact database or address book.  I received several comments from people who agreed this mindful purging felt empowering and...