Archives for June 2015

The Plain Truth about Networking One of the golden rules of business has long been: “It's not what you know, but who you know.” While this little piece of advice has significant implications for all of us, it begs the more important question: … [Read more...] about Networking Nugget 75

Start a Conversation Today Approach someone this summer at an event, party, industry meeting or anywhere you go . Take the initiative and do not wait for them to approach you. The key to creating connections is starting a conversation. The secret of … [Read more...] about Networking Nugget 74

The Opposite of Networking Is Not Working This is a quote that I strive to live by. Every time you meet someone you have the opportunity to learn from that person or to be a resource to them. It is all about giving first. I always think of my father. … [Read more...] about Networking Nugget 73

Join the Organizations Best for You and Use the 2-2-2 Strategy If you have been in business for a while, you most likely know about all the various networking groups and meet ups available in your community. The question is: how do you choose which … [Read more...] about Networking Nugget 72

Practice Your Networking Skills Often we learn this lesson after we’ve been putting our networking strategy to work consistently. Answer the following questions today, next week, and in three months to analyze your “formal” networking progress. What … [Read more...] about Networking Nugget 71