I was speaking with a client about networking, generating leads and converting those leads into clients. He mentioned that he was debating whether or not to join a Le Tip networking group. He told me that there were realtors, electricians and bankers in the group so he didn’t think it would pay off. … [Read more...] about Three Things That Must Exist Before Someone Buys
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3 Things To Do At Your Desk That Will Grow Your Business
I was on the phone with a client and she said, “I have a really stupid question to ask you.” By far the best and fastest way to get to know someone is to talk with them, ideally face to face, so it makes sense that you need to get out from behind your desk, meet people and get to know … [Read more...] about 3 Things To Do At Your Desk That Will Grow Your Business
I’m an introvert, this is how I network
I’m an introvert. Groups of people intimidate me. I worry about who I’ll talk with. I never know where to sit. I somehow always feel like a third wheel. Mostly though, I wonder… will they like me? You know what? It feels good to admit this to you. The real problem is that, as a business … [Read more...] about I’m an introvert, this is how I network
Are you a liar?
Have you ever gone to a networking event and promised yourself that you'd follow up with everyone you met? Now be honest for a minute...have you? If you did that's awesome. Read on to help you keep the conversation going. If not... well... it's time to keep that promise and follow up! The … [Read more...] about Are you a liar?
Five Steps to Get the Most From Business Networking Events
The cool thing about having your own business is that you get to do whatever you want. You can create a new program if you want. You decide who you will work with and what services you will offer your clients. You decide what you'll sell and how you want to promote your business. You dictate … [Read more...] about Five Steps to Get the Most From Business Networking Events
7 Networking Tips for the Non-Networker in You
We've all heard that going to events and networking is very important. Meeting someone in person is generally a much faster and effective way to get to know him or her than through online methods. There are some people who are born networkers. I'm not one of them. I didn't like networking until … [Read more...] about 7 Networking Tips for the Non-Networker in You