How Networking Works
People often ask how to get the most out of their networking, “How does it work?” Here’s what I share with them: Know who your ideal client is and where you will find them. Surprisingly enough many people don’t really know who their ideal client is, so how would you...
Authenticity…Are You Being You?
Recently someone said to me that in order to be yourself you need to love who you are but in the way we were meant to love. That got my attention. How were we meant to love and why does that carry so much weight on who we are? There is a great book a friend recently...
Tips for a More Professional Recording
I recently had the honor of being invited to visit the WFYL AM radio station for a quick on air interview. When I arrived one of the things I noticed was this great list of “Studio Recording Suggestions” while on air. As I reviewed this list I realized how much it...
It’s About Them
Have you ever been in a conversation and found that you’ve totally zoned out on what the other person is saying because you are focused on what you want to say next or you are thinking of something that you need to take care of in the office or online? Just how...
5 Tips on Being a Great Connector
Have you ever heard the expression “I’ve got a guy!” Being a great connector has many advantages. When you work at building relationships with a network of trusted professionals your willingness to share them with others can open many doors for you and your network....
FOUR tips FOR a POSITIVELY Fabulous FOURTH
On the fourth of July we reflect on the founding fathers and the freedom they risked their lives to give to us. As we celebrate and take time for friends and family let’s not forget that our fore fathers and mothers were very industrious men and women who worked hard...
What Do You Do When You Accidently DELETE Your Blog?
Yep, I did it, I deleted my entire blog from my website. No I did not do it on purpose, I hit a button and was not paying attention and “POOF” gone. My first response, undo. No luck. My second, call my website host who promptly told me they could not restore what I...
What to Wear for a Podcast…SERIOUSLY!!
I was recently asked to participate in a podcast with one of my clients, James Lucas of GrapeCat. I asked what I needed to bring and if there was anything in particular I needed to be prepared for. His answer, in the casual James way, “Just your headphones, and make...
10 Things to Do to Get Attention at a Networking Event
With years of networking experience it has come to my attention that there are some sure fired things you can do to get attention. Here’s a quick list of my top ten favorites (or maybe not so favorites.) Chew gum, loudly Show up looking wrinkled and thrown together...
“Who Do You Know?” Growing Your Business by Word of Mouth
Referrals are the best form of free advertising and are often referred to as word of mouth marketing. People like to do business with people that are recommended by someone they know, like, and trust. In this day and age of automation it is easy to find online reviews...