We are in a precarious situation when we begin our business journeys, and we are often challenged as we try to expand our endeavors and go bigger and better. Our necks are stuck out there, and we feel it: Vulnerability and the fear of failure live in our hearts and in...
When you call professionals to repair a major appliance in your home, they bring the right tools to handle the job. Similarly, good networkers are always equipped with the tools that they need to do a great job. The networkers’ tool kit consists of: A fabulous...
Networks are built around the exchange of information and networking is information intensive. To be both successful and sustaining, networks must constantly receive an influx of new and relevant information; information that network members can take, analyze and then...
Most people are uncomfortable promoting themselves. Debbie Allen, the author of Confessions of SHAMELESS Self PROMOTERS (McGraw-Hill, 2006) and a professional business speaker, polled thousands of members of her audience. She found that 85 percent were uncomfortable...
“The quickest way to the top is to take everyone with you.” — Bernhard Dohrmann, Ceo & Chairman of CEO Space International If you want to succeed, build a great team. A great team multiplies your prospects for success; it enables you to form relationships with...
“Luck is the residue of preparation.” —Anonymous If you are an entertaining interview subject, the media will stampede to cover you and your story. Outlets will run with it. They will promote your products and services and make you a star. You’ll become a media...
Most people are uncomfortable promoting themselves. Debbie Allen, the author of Confessions of SHAMELESS Self PROMOTERS (McGraw-Hill, 2006) and a professional business speaker, polled thousands of members of her audience. She found that 85 percent were uncomfortable...
“Training is everything. The peach was once a bitter almond; cauliflower is nothing but cabbage with a college education.” — Mark Twain When the media contacts you, make the most of the opportunity. If you’re unprepared or not at your best, you’re in big trouble...
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