Building a valuable network takes a lot of time and effort. I know that I struggled with making my network the most beneficial it could be when I first started networking. Luckily, I’ve done the whole trial-and-error bit so you don’t have to!
Read MoreWhen you were in elementary school, your English teacher probably taught you the importance of the who, what, when, where, why, and how of a story. As I’ve grown my business and my network, I’ve learned that the 5 Ws (and 1 H) are just as helpful for story writing, as they are for breaking down how to effectively achieve a Networking Mindset.
Read MoreBody language isn’t something that we think about all that often. At the grocery store, I don’t worry that my eye contact with the cashier might affect our relationship moving forward–– that wouldn’t even cross my mind. But in business, body language can make or break budding connections. When you’re looking to add someone to your network, body language is crucial in establishing yourself as the powerful Queen or King you are.
Read MoreNetworking can be intimidating. When I started my networking journey, I often wondered how I could improve my networking skills. I even shared a list of networking mistakes to avoid. But the truth is that no matter where you are on your networking journey, it’s always a good idea to get a refresher or learn ways to improve.
Read MoreDuring the 2020 COVID pandemic, we had to move our networking online. We attended panels and other events on Zoom. Set up phone calls with potential connections. Contacted people on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, or other social media platforms. It was amazing that we still had the option to…
Read MoreNetworking can be intimidating if you don’t have much experience. Maybe you’ve gone to a couple of events and mostly kept to yourself. Or you are learning what networking is and how to do it. No matter where you are in your networking journey, it can be challenging and awkward. But, don’t worry, because I’ve compiled nine of my best tips to help you network with confidence.
Read MoreNetworking is one of the best ways to grow your business or advance your career. When you build a strong network, it opens you up to new ways of thinking and opportunities for growth. But if you’re not quite sure that prioritizing networking will pay off, keep reading to understand why it is so crucial to your career success.
Read MoreWhat even is networking? Believe it or not, you do it all the time. Like I always say, “ABC - Always Be Connecting.” When you talk to friends, family, coworkers, anyone, about business, you’re networking.
Read MoreNetworking is a skill that needs fine-tuning. It’s not about having a drink and chatting with someone. Or handing out business cards without following up. It’s about meeting people and building relationships that will be mutually beneficial for everyone. But there are some mistakes you could be making that might be keeping you from maximizing your networking efforts.
Read MoreBusinesses don’t grow all on their own. They need strong connections to the community and other businesses to level up. How do you do get there? Through networking. A lot of emphasis is placed on social media networks, and they work. But you need more than digital connections to level up your business.
Read MoreWe’ve made it through a pandemic, but everything is not quite back to how it once was. And networking is one thing that will probably be forever changed. Since we spent an entire year limiting contact with others, a lot of networking opportunities that were usually done face-to-face were moved to online platforms. This opened up opportunities for businesses, business people, and organizations that were primarily local, to expand their reach to places they might not have imagined before.
Read MorePre-pandemic, we could attend face-to-face networking events without a care in the world. But, even back then, the world was becoming increasingly more digital. Webinars were becoming more commonplace, and many were making connections on social media. Now, with social distancing guidelines in place, digital networking has become the only viable way for many to continue networking. Luckily, networking in the virtual world is very similar to traditional (face-to-face) networking in the real world, only with some minor nuances.
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