Face to Face networking can definitely get a boost from social networking. Post links to your meetings on Facebook, Twitter or LinkedIn at least a few hours before you get there. Check in via Facebook or Foursquare once you get there. Then post pictures on your social networks afterwards. By letting people know where and when…
Before you close this post out, take five to 10 business cards and place them in your wallet or purse. You may not be going to a networking event, but you never know who you are going to run into throughout the course of a day. This way you’re prepared no matter the situation. Matthew…
What do songs rhyme? Because it makes them most memorable. For pop music, repetition aids memory, memory aids popularity. Think of Nursery Rhymes? Children remember repetitive things better. It works for Elevator Pitches as well. One of my favorites is from Katie Conrad of Coffee News (A tabloid ad paper) from Plainfield… “If you Want The…
I have been to more than one meeting where a theme has started taking over people’s description of their business… “We (I) specialize in”, “We (I) help clients to”, We (I)… fill in the blank”. Be U (Unique), and stick to what your message really is! What makes you different than the other 1000 painters,…
Not all of us are blessed with too many opportunities to network. If you need to find some new or fresh networking opportunities, here are a couple of options… one free and one with fees. Check out MeetUp.com. They have groups ranging from business to hobby enthusiests and so much more! The most popular pay…
Sunday is a day of rest for most… but it can be a day of action (by making your week more productive). While you are chilaxing… Can you make a list of things to do? Clean out some emails? Jot down some notes in Evernote? In the time it takes for one player on TV…
The Internet’s not short on experts. What it can be surprisingly short on at times, is individuality. So instead of giving us the same tips we’re receiving elsewhere, why not give us some personal anecdotes? Why not give us your honest opinion on some industry news or advice? These are the things we’re not finding…
Chances are unless you are in an exclusive group when you network, you will meet or see someone who does what you do (unless you are in an industry exclusive group). Realtors, Financial Advisors, Cosmetic Sales and Marketing are just a few of the categories that I see at almost every open networking event. What can…
It’s one thing to make another connection… but it’s another thing to be connectable. You may be available by phone, but what if they want to connect with your via text, social media, smoke signals and more? Do your best to be accessible where clients WANT to connect with YOU… you will be their Superman!…
In one of my groups… Everyone loves when Annie Moore of Atrium Wellness Massage gets to present about her business. That’s because she gives away free samples (shoulder massages) while she presents. Is there something that you could give away during your presentations that would be memorable free samples?