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Archive for August 2008

August 31st, 2008

Beat the Heat and Take a Seat

Do you ever go for a walk in your neighborhood? If you do, why not take a seat in one of those cool benches you may have on your main street and take note of businesses.
Some of those businesses are ones you might be able to help.
The ones in good repair probably  have […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 0 comments

August 29th, 2008

Give Before You Take

Doing a lot of networking can quickly fill your business card holder with the cards of a lot of people in many different fields. One of the goals at every networking event should be to connect with someone who can provide some value to you in the future. That being said, a business card in […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 0 comments

August 28th, 2008

On Being Fake

Attend enough networking events and you are bound to run across someone who has the fake-it-till-you-make-it philosophy. They talk a big game, use all the right language, and seem to know what they are talking about. They do a good job at figuring out whose business is similar to theirs and make sure they don’t […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 0 comments

August 27th, 2008

When Your Company Has a Party, Network!

Many companies have team building events or celebrations where everybody in the company gets together to get away from the office and blow off some steam. From sports game outings, to an afternoon at a local bar/restaurant, to charity events the events your company holds are your chance to bond with members of other departments […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 0 comments

August 26th, 2008

The Chamber of Commerce is Your Friend

Even if you don’t want to network directly with Chamber folks (they can be a little stuffy) you can ask them about other events. As long as you’re polite and don’t tell them it’s because they’re stuffy you’ll do fine!
You can also check if there are business listings on your Chamber’s website. Then call […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 0 comments

August 25th, 2008

People in Glass Houses Shouldn’t Talk Smack!

I was meandering around the Internet today looking at how companies talk about each other.
Wow. Did I find some examples of poor blog writing as well as some massive smack-talking!
Now, you know that I’m the first person to jump up in a room and say that negativity never works. But, let’s be honest, now […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 3 comments

August 23rd, 2008

Top 3 Worst Networking Questions

By Chi Chi Okezie
Professionals, entrepreneurs and students alike can benefit greatly from networking as an avenue for business and social success. Learning to network with confidence and purpose are keys to succeeding in all aspects of networking. Individuals should be focused on making great first impressions, being professional, communicating well with others and developing their […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 1 comment

August 22nd, 2008

Are Networking Events Worth It?

By Lori Feldman
There are 2 kinds of people in the world: Those who like Sunrise and those who’ve never seen a Sunrise.
Group one thrives on networking events–the earlier the better. Why? I’ve been to lots of networking events, and they’re all the same: meet, greet, elevator pitch, business card exchange. He who leaves with the […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 0 comments

August 21st, 2008

Networking - It’s Not What You Know, It’s Who!

By Joe Wilcox
Networking is hugely important in the development of a new career, it’s not what you know - its who! Networking entails creating and maintaining a network of contacts, friends and acquaintances with who you can exchange both information and resources. Building these relationships with other people could get your next career break!
Looking at […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 0 comments

August 20th, 2008

Networking Blues - You Are Arriving to Events Late

By Chi Chi Okezie
One of the keys to having a successful networking experience at events and meetings is to arrive on time. Although, it would be ideal to arrive early, arriving on time gives networkers a chance to take advantage of unique networking opportunities and meet people before the big crowd rush. But as a […]

By Jennifer Gniadecki -- 0 comments