Interrupt yourself, not them. Smile warmly, tell them what a pleasure it’s been to talk to them about [fill in the blank… whatever it was you were talking about], and that you could just monopolize their time all night. Say, “But if you’ll excuse me, I need to…” And then offer an excuse. Try: Catch […]

For a lot of professionals, it’s alarming to know that 2022 is merely days away. When so much of the past two years was spent trying to stay afloat, many were forced to be realistic about how far they’ve come in pursuing career growth. Amidst countless challenges, one thing that remains uncertain is how to […]

A business network is essentially a social network that connects businesses with each other to further their interests. But not all networks are alike—and the right network for you depends a lot on your goals for your business. “There are many different kinds of business networks you can participate in,” says Yang-Hai Wang, Senior Client Partner […]

by Lolly Daskal Unless you’re naturally gregarious, meeting new people is a challenge–and anetworking event, which is all about meeting new people–can be downright grueling. You want to sound intelligent but you don’t know what to say, and you dread the thought of a long awkward silence or a statement that falls flat. But if […]

The path of entrepreneurship is often romanticized, filled with tales of innovation, success and triumph over adversity. While these stories are inspiring, I’ve found they only scratch the surface of the challenges and obstacles that entrepreneurs face. In my journey of building a software solution for parking applications, I encountered moments when I questioned myself, […]

Clear and Concise Communication Using simple and direct language can significantly reduce misunderstandings. It’s essential to avoid jargon and ensure that instructions are specific and actionable. For instance, instead of saying “finish the report soon,” specify “complete the report by 5 PM on Thursday.”   Use Simple Language: Avoid technical jargon and use straightforward language […]

Start paying attention to the way you develop the network of people that you’re working with. It isn’t so much the number of people you come into contact with, although that is important, but what’s really, truly “Relationship Marketing’ or networking that will GET referrals for your business really is about making a connection to […]

PRACTICE MAKES PERFECT Practice makes perfect! is a sentence that we use for a reason.  Without practice, you will never be a confident, compelling speaker. AUDIENCE ENGAGEMENT When you’re speaking, try to create an opportunity to engage your audience.  As a result, you will feel less isolated as a speaker, and everyone will be engaged […]

Don’t try to be everything to everyone Your business will evolve – and that’s OK A difficult client doesn’t reflect anything Systems don’t have to be complicated There is no one-size-fits-all marketing plan Your best ideas require space – take breaks There is a resolution to every problem Rest is necessary Join a network of […]

Simply be yourself, be friendly and positive.  Go expecting to make new acquaintances, not hunting for business. Let your enthusiasm for your business bubble out so people can’t help but wonder about you. Be genuine and authentic.  Ask sincere questions of the people you meet, and learn about them. Be curious and interested in people […]