Sometimes we get so caught up in our own little worlds… that we forget we are networking with people. Take time to let other people know when they have done a good job or are making a difference. It can go a long way to building a relationship. Not only with the person or people…
All our lives, we’ve been taught that stealing is wrong. When it comes to producing social media and blogging content for your business, that’s not always the case. If you see an idea that you like, steal it. I’m not talking about plagiarism. I’m talking about taking an idea that’s out there and putting your…
Fellow Networker and photographer extraordinaire – Michael Barton, gives memorable presentations. He also uses memorable giveaways he calls “Barton Booty”. He knows that adults will play with it for a minute and then give it to their kids… extending the use and his brand far beyond the traditional pen! What can you do to extend your…
Today is the first day of spring. If you have been hibernating… Wake Up & Get Networking! Getting to know people Face-to-Face, is the first step to growing your sphere of influence and ultimately your business! “YES”, the picture is from one of my morning networking groups and “YES” I spelled Punxsutawney – Puxatony… but networking…
What are the other people in your industry posting online? It’s important to study what the successful businesses within your industry have done to build their platform. Learn from their successes and try similar things yourself. It’s important to have an understanding of your market. Matthew L. Brennan – Corporate Writing Services
One of the best ways to provide true value as you network and market your business is to problem solve. It’s up to you to understand what problem your potential customers have, and how your business solves it. Once you have a firm understanding of this, talking about your business becomes easier. Matthew L. Brennan – Corporate…
Everyone wants to be appreciated and everyone loves to see their name in print (as long as it’s positive). If you write a blog, newsletter or use social media, be sure to recognize your unique, best, longest, or newest customers. If they have won an award or participated in a community event give them a…
Life events make great conversation starters… on that note. Congrats to our guest poster – Matt Brennan and his wife Meg. “This is James Alexander Brennan. He came into the world last night (3-11-13) at 10:43 pm. He’s 9.7 pounds and 22 inches. Mama and baby are healthy and daddy couldn’t be prouder of both.…
Often people forget that Social Media is… well SOCIAL! It’s not a a personal podium for politics or radical religious rants. More importantly, using Facebook, LinkedIn or Twitter as an advertising tool (posting nothing but ads), and not creating interaction on a personal level will be treated as SPAM and fall on deaf ears! Be…
You’ll need to consider your audience in everything that you post online. What are they looking for? What kind of information works well, and in what form? What are the fun and engaging things you can post? You’ll need to find your audience where they’re at, and be authentic. You’re not writing for other businesses…