Networking events can be an introvert’s worst nightmare. On one hand, they can be essential to success. On the other, however, they can be unfriendly reminders of an introvert’s individualistic nature. While most introverts don’t necessarily have social anxiety, their introspective and reticent personalities means they’re often unaccustomed to large social scenarios. Small talk is […]
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Do’s and Don’ts for Entrepreneur Business Networking
I often recommend business networking as the most effective way for a startup founder to find investors, advisors, and even key executive candidates. But what if you are an introvert, or new to this game, and don’t know where or how to start? The answer is still the same, but I have learned over the […]
6 Can-Do Steps for Taking Your Business to the Next Level
Small business is the backbone of the economy. If you have a small business, you probably have dreams of taking it to the next level to become a larger business. Here are some steps that will help you do just that. 1. Networking Take the time to talk to people in the industry. Look for […]
How to Find a Small Business for Sale
For business-savvy individuals who are tired of working for someone else, buying a small business can represent an opportunity to achieve freedom and financial independence. But before you can own a business, you have to know where to look for one. Four Ways to Find a Company That’s for Sale Buying a firm isn’t really […]
A Twist on Old School Tactics
In this era of all things digital, I thought it would be a nice change of pace to go old school and talk about some very simple marketing tactics that are often undervalued and underutilized. Best of all, neither of these ideas will dent your marketing budget. Thank you notes: When I was growing up, my […]
Startups: Networking is Key to Your Success
Personal relationships are important for any business owner as they provide some respite away from the company and can help you de-stress effectively. However, these relationships are limited because you are only around family members and friends that you engage with regularly. On the other hand, professional networking helps you connect with like-minded individuals on […]
4 Surefire Ways to Ramp Up Your Networking Results
Getting started as a small business owner is tough enough. You’re trying to build a solid team, perfect your product, and create a marketing strategy. That doesn’t leave you with a lot of time to network. However, you absolutely need to make it a priority as a new entrepreneur. If you don’t, you’ll be missing […]
6 Relationship Strategies That Propel Your Business
Unfortunately, people who are great at inventing things, and have high creativity, often don’t have strong interpersonal skills or interests. As a mentor to aspiring entrepreneurs, I see a high level of frustration from people in this category who have personally developed great solutions, but can’t make them into a business. They don’t realize that […]
Networking for Entrepreneurs (Why It Matters & How to Do It Right)
Being an entrepreneur offers tremendous perks… You’re the boss, free to pursue your dreams, managing your own time. But the life of an entrepreneur also comes with some significant downsides, namely in the form of stress, uncertainty, and often social isolation. Social isolation in the US is growing, and data gathered in new research is […]
Raising Your Total Startup Capital in 5 Steps
You’ve got the next billion-dollar idea and you are looking to make the big jump into the “fairytale” journey of an entrepreneur. You have read all the startup books and know everything about the great founders that became successful overnight. The startup journey is similar to a survivor’s journey, and the last person standing is […]
