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Politics, Religion, Race; Conversational No-No's in Business


Do not destroy all your positive displacement and high energy and customer confidence by discussing politics in your small business. Remember not every one in the world is as smart as you are or sees as much dealing with all these different types of customers in so many different professions each day.

The Answer to Your Worst Networking Nightmare


Imagine you just met your ideal client at a networking event. He's friendly, has great ideas and could use a valuable person like you to help grow his business.

Test Your Networking Know-How


Let's test your knowledge on networking:1)The best definition of networking is:a) Schmoozing at meetings and events b) The solicitation of funds c) Building and maintaining mutually beneficial relationshipsd) Marketing and selling your products and services to everyone in the room so you can meet your sales quota before your boss fires you2) Why do you network?a) To develop your businessb) To help other peoplec) To share informationd) All of the above3) What are the most effective ways to network?a) Regularly attending meetings, events and activitiesb) Talking to random people in the streets, stores, busses and bathroomsc) Offering referrals, resources and recommendationsd) It doesn't matter as long as you help others first and remember that it ain't about you4) True or False: Networking is not a skill, but rather a hereditary trait passed down from your father not unlike height or Male Pattern Baldness.5) True or False: Networking isn't always strategic, but frequently occurs by an accident and/or stroke of luck which falls in your lap like a gift from God.

How Well Do Your Customers Know You?


Know your customer, know your customer, know your customer. Three very important rules of business.

Success Sentences to Help Combat Conversational Crappiness


Essential to your success as an effective, engaging communicator is learning not only what to say, but what not to say. The following guide examines several sentences, phrases and questions that stand in your way of connecting and communicating with confidence.

Why Arent You Talking to Me?


Your nonverbal communication talks before you do. Only seven percent of interpersonal communication is transmitted verbally-the remaining ninety-three percent speaks for itself.

Why Cant I Start A Conversation With You?


One out of every ten Americans has a fear of talking to strangers. When you enter a room full of new faces, to start these conversations seems like an impossible task.

Why Cant I Remember Your Name?


You're terrible with names. You forget someone's name within ten seconds of their introduction, and it embarrasses you.

Your Front End


While surfing for traffic or browsing your safelist emails, you are sure to have noticed the very large number of networkers promoting similar, if not identical, programs. Empowerism and Profit Rally are everywhere, as are health related and telecom based MLM opportunities.

Come Home Rich - How to Get the Most out of Your Next Conference


Success in your career depends upon how well you manage your professional development. A prime source of this development comes from being a member of a professional association that relates to your career.

Putting The Fun Back In Networking


Networking is one of the most important skills a person can attain to be successful..

Mobile Car Wash Companies; Trading Tips


If you run a mobile car washing firm we recommend trading for as many products and services as possible. You should trade for both personal and business items.

Small File Box With Resumes to Help Customers


I bet you have not thought about it much, but there are many ways you can help your customers in their daily lives. If you have a customer who just got laid off from their job, tell them you will be glad to take a few of their resumes and put them in a file box and when Corporate Executives come into the store you will be sure to put a good word in for them.

Franchisees Should Learn From Each Other


If you own a franchise you should be in contact with your nearest franchisees and share information as if you were the manager of a corporate store. You should set up meetings once or twice per month and have their phone numbers logged into your speed dial for easy reference.

Hey, Whos the New Guy? How to Make Guests and First Timers Feel Welcome


The New Guy is a person we all know. And regardless of age, gender, race or personality - spotting The New Guy and stepping onto their front porch is your duty as an existing member of any organization.


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