When I was a child I hated having curly hair. Nobody else in my family had curls so it seemed like the fact that I had a head full of them created a lot of unwanted attention from my perspective as a child. People would ask my mother where my curls came from and she would just say she … [Read more...]
What is Networking?
It’s not who you know, it’s who knows you! That’s the real question. The reason we network is to build mutually beneficial relationships that can expand our circle of influence. Any successful leader, executive, entrepreneur, salesperson, or even politician will tell you how important … [Read more...]
Networking Has Seasons
There are actually different seasons to consider when networking. The very busiest and most lively time of year to network is January through April. In January, many people are launching new businesses and are anxious to meet new people. If you are a beginner to networking you’ll fit right in … [Read more...]
With Action Comes Responsibility and Accountability
Do you have a great idea? Having ideas is common. Seeing them come to fruition isn’t. Ideas must be acted on or they will forever remain just an idea. Many people have GREAT ideas! Ideas, that if were implemented, would undoubtedly be regarded as brilliant, life-changing, … [Read more...]
Me, a professional speaker?
What makes you scared? For many people, the answer to that question is public speaking. It was for me for many years. The thought of standing up in front of a room and speaking was something that sent me running scared. I even hated standing up at networking events and saying my name and … [Read more...]