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Hows Your Net Working?


In recent weeks, I've had the opportunity to pass along no fewer than five referrals to other people in my network. I also recently received a very professional and non-pushy email from someone I've never met, who is a member of an organization I'm part of.

Lessons from the Wedding Mafia


One of my clients shared a story with me from his networking group, a chapter of BNI. Ivan Misner, the creator of BNI talks about what he calls "contact spheres".

Youve Got Personality, Use It!


For the self employed professional, nothing is more important than the image you project to your clients and potential clients. Napoleon Hill put it best when he said, "People buy your personality and ideas long before they buy your products and services.

Networking and Trade Shows


The most important reasons people exhibit at a trade show? To see what's new and to gather leads - information for future business.So, how do you that besides standing in the booth and walking the aisles? The word is "Networking".

Mother Said - Wash Your Hands


Think health articles are boring? This one isn't, so read on - it may save your life..

Five Stumbling Blocks To Successful Networking And How To Overcome Them


The ability to connect with people is essential to success in any business. Professional networking events present opportunities to interact with others on a personal level and to develop profitable relationships.

Network Marketing


Network marketing is the ordinary person's best opportunity to make extraordinary income. Well known author, Robert Kiyosaki, says that most ethical network marketing businesses are like business schools.

Build Your Business through Strategic Networking


Networking - it's the latest business trend. Or is it?Actually, business owners have always engaged in the art and science of networking.

Networking: What the Heck is a Ryze?


If you're new to the internet marketing club, you may have heard about "Ryze." What is that, you wonder? Ryze refers to the Ryze Business Network at http://Ryze.

Increase Your Sales by 30% Using Internet Collaboration Networks


Small businesses are really excluded from the global economySmall businesses from many different industries, both traditional and hi-tech, have discovered a new way for them to succeed in the "global economy".It involves collaboration on large proposals, R&D and fulfilment of orders assisted by relatively low cost, virtual collaboration technology.

Where to Find a Cash Windfall of $10,000 - $1,000,000 - You Never Knew You Had


There is a rather famous true story called "Acres of Diamonds".It is about a successful farmer who risks everything searching the African continent for diamonds.

The Secrets to Networking Success


Recently I was interviewed for a book on networking. My first response was, "Hey, I don't network.

Lesson 69 - When Networking Events Fail


The StoryIn a quest to create strategic alliances, coalitions, and partnerships, we don't usually allow ourselves to imagine our efforts failing. We don't imagine faltering at building relationships with people, since working with others comes naturally to most people.

Alcohol & Events


Many people associate alcohol with relaxation and fun, so it is an important ingredient for a successful event. However, it can be a problem and too much alcohol can cause a great deal of trouble.

Acknowledging Referrals! What's in It For You?


I grew up in a household where saying thank you was a code of behavior that was absolutely essential. There were simply no exceptions.


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