Relationships
Start Dancing with the Stars
Customers and clients are what drive business success, and networking should be your #1 marketing tool because it’s THE most cost-effective! The problem is that most people would rather have a colonoscopy than attend a networking event…so they simply rely on social networking sites.
Why You Should Say Thanks for Positive Social Media Mentions
Does your business or nonprofit organization monitor the Internet for social media mentions? Good and bad references affect its brand reputation, so knowing what people say—and replying—are very important.
How to Make the Most Out of That Business Conference, Part 2
Part 1 of this article outlined steps for organizing your conference and planning for contingencies. In Part 2, you’ll continue with a sequence of execution steps to make your conference happen—and remain stress-free in the process.
How to Make the Most Out of That Business Conference, Part 1
Successful management and delivery of an engaging and valuable business conference can be both a gratifying and stressful experience. There are many details to coordinate and inherent challenges to overcome but the experience doesn’t have to drive you crazy!
Opportunities Knock Unexpectedly
One doesn’t always have to be in a formal networking situation to be able to network. You don’t always need an after-work event to learn about the people around you. Opportunities present themselves on a regular and daily basis.
The Best Cities for Business Conferences
Conferences are a great way for businesses to gather colleagues from all corners of the globe to discuss common goals, and while it can be difficult to choose where to schedule an event, there are certain cities that stand out above the rest.
Calling All Small Biz Owners: The 5 Most Anticipated Business Conferences of 2014
Business conferences aren’t just for big-name businesses anymore. There are many conferences held each year that offer perks for people who own and operate smaller businesses.
Biscuits and Networking
There are an abundance of articles and studies that support the claims that F2F networking is an important and vital skill for personal and professional success. What interests me is that if this is such a critical knowledge base, why isn’t it taught more formally?
The Numbers Behind Face to Face Networking
Face to face socializing is a thing of the past. Or is it? Take a look at this infographic before you make up your mind.
The Rope of Leadership and Influence
A powerful influencer does not pull hard; they pull gently. f a person wanted to utilize the message in order to manipulate, they could. But, it’s not good business and it’s not good life.
