Networking has been an important skill for job seekers for years, but today’s business professionals are using networking for more than just getting a job. From scientist in need of funding and contractors looking for a new project, to artists and musicians developing a fan base, networking is an important strategy for the success of […]
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Coworking Space vs. Business Center Office: Which is Better?
There is a common misconception that coworking space is the same as business center office space, but is cheaper with more opportunities for networking and collaboration. These are the claims made by coworking providers, however, often these are misleading claims using an apples-to-oranges product comparison – and assume business centers don’t have networking and collaboration […]
Overview: The Gig Economy Worker’s Guide to Stability
While the link between the gig economy and the future of work is becoming stronger, the former is still in its infancy. Organizations and individual workers who have jumped onboard are likely to encounter growing pains. Those who continue to ignore it are keeping themselves from the opportunities arising in their respective industries. But both […]
LinkedIn Strategies
One of the most under-utilized social networks, from a business and marketing perspective, is LinkedIn. Despite boasting over 396 million users, the truth is that most of the users have no idea what to do with their LinkedIn account besides collecting connections in a random fashion. It’s actually a very robust business tool that you should be […]
Build a Referral Network for Your Business in 4 Easy Steps
In order to succeed, a business leader should establish a connection based on trust with other business persons within his/her industry. While running a marketing campaign for small business can seem like a challenging endeavor, it only requires a handful of strategy to acquire more loyal, high-paying clients in the long run. One such strategy […]
When Making Early Hires at Your Startup, Lean on Your Networks
Hiring your first few employees can often be as hard as choosing your co-founders. Especially in the early days of your startup, when you’re often only months from running out of money, hiring the wrong person can be disastrous. Yet it’s hard to accurately vet potential candidates. Cold job interviews can be an unreliable litmus test for […]
Do Mastermind Groups Help with Business Growth?
The concept of a mastermind group is much older than most people would think. Namely, it was described and analyzed by one of the pioneers of self-help – Napoleon Hill. He looked at the most successful businessmen of his time (and those before) and he discovered that they almost invariably collaborated with other people in […]
An Entrepreneur’s Virtual Business Card
In the 21st century, we are all virtual entrepreneurs so we should have a digital or virtual business card! Many of the Cash Flow Show fans have asked me about the digital business card provided by Shuffle. There has been some concern by many regarding the possible conflict with your policy guidelines. It is always important to check […]
6 Innovative and Creative Ways to Network
Networking, can be one of the most exciting, and fruitful ways to grow your business! Additionally, it is a necessity and easier than ever before, in this day and age. Below are a few great ways to get your network the boost it needs. Go hiking or engage in some physical activity There has been […]
Forget Business Networking. It’s a Hoax
Forget business networking. “Networking” as a business activity is a hoax. Business relationships that you build as business assets are meaningless. As soon as you use this vocabulary, it’s self-serving, superficial, and ineffective. The people being used as assets know it, and are not fooled by it. So “Business Networking” doesn’t work. Friendship vs. Self […]
