Business Breakthrough Workshop

Nancy Matthews and the Women's Prosperity Network are hosting a "Business Breakthrough Workshop", February 1st at the Work Spot in Duluth.

Nancy, often referred to as the "Visionary With Guts", is an expert in development, consulting and strategy.

This workshop is ideal for entrepreneurs, professionals wanting to get ahead.  Bonus guest speaker Duane Cummings will be sharing his experiences in setting up serial successful ventures!  This is an event you can not afford to miss!

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GlobalAtlanta.com

There is no networking like international networking!  President of GlobalAtlanta, Phil Bolton uses this online source to inform, educate and announce intl. happenings in the southeast region.

International networkers can get the scoop on business developments to the latest cultural events to local wine tastings.  GlobalAltlanta does a supreme job of bring relevant news from various industries to the forefront.  Web surfers can click on the calendar to attend upcoming events in the city!

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SIMPLEnetworking Tip

In my first book, SIMPLEnetworking, I give 50 tips on better ways of networking!  Easy, practical and useful, these tips can increase your networking abilities.

SIMPLEnetworking Tip #33 (Chapter: Whine Tasting):

When it comes to networking, practice makes perfect.  Attend as many events as you can and learn to be consistent in your networking strategies.  Be professional and follow up with contacts or fellow business counterparts in a timely manner.  Be genuine and pay attention to details when you begin to develop relationships or business alliances.

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Quid Pro Quo Networking

I found an interesting article on networking dos for making a big impact!  Writer Susan Spencer claims the process of: Quid Pro Quo (reciprocity) can gain influence, build relations and elevate your networking game.

Her concept is quite simple, when building solid relationships, offer something of value such as:

1. a link to an article or sharing research
2. help solve a probl
3. facilitate an introduction
4. be a good listener

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Non Profit Leadership Summit

InwardBound Center for Non Profit Leadership is hosting its Leadership Summit, January 25th in Atlanta.  This half day event will attract some of the most elite and forward thinkers in the non profit industry.

Keynote Speaker: Sam Bracken will be sharing his personal story of being an abandoned teen to successful executive and best selling author.  Conference are excellent networking venues!  Meet new people, share ideas and best practices, get motivated and aspire to do great things!

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Sparkling Networking Conversations

A good networking event can be the result of good networking conversations!  Do some networking prep-work and draft up quality questions for ideal connections.

Instead of asking, "What are your services or products?", ask these more sparkling questions:
1. Who is your ideal client/customer?
2. How do you market to your target audience?
3. How do you build customer trust/loyalty?
4. How do you reach new emerging markets?
5. How do you keep your prices competitive?

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15 Networking Conversation Starters

One of the biggest networking obstacles in communication is starting a conversation.  Many times even seasoned networkers have difficulties.  But do not loose heart!  Fellow blogger and recruiting pro, Jacob Share, "shares" excellent and practical advice.


His most profound tip is to attend the networking event.  Do not shy away from a possible big break or golden opportunity.  Also, network with a friend, this builds your confidence.  Most of all, relax and be yourself!

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or create some of your own!