The Biggest Key in Networking is Follow Up- Make Sure You Do It!

If you meet someone at a networking event, make sure you follow up.  So many people go to an event only to take a stack of business cards and pile them in a drawer or on their desk. The biggest key in making networking successful for you is following up.  Make sure you do so. [...]

Create a “Meet and Greet” Mindset for Networking Success

To be successful at networking, you need to ensure you’re in the right mindset first. There are a few simple steps that you can follow when attending events to harvest the rewards of networking. An Attitude of Giving You must have an attitude of giving first.  If you approach potential contacts at networking meetings with [...]

Create An Outstanding Elevator Pitch

Everyone has been told that they need to have a great elevator pitch, but how many of us really do? It is worth the time to sit down and develop one- and practice it. You never know when that once in a lifetime opportunity will happen so you want to be ready to knock someone’s socks off.

Cast Your Net And Work On Those Relationships by Creating a Networking Strategy

Connections are one of your most valuable assets. The single most important thing you have is your contact database. Having a great rolodex of people to call on- not only as clients, but as resources is a true blessing. Knowing people that can provide the right answers and connections at the right time saves a [...]