Start networking before you need it so you avoid getting in a desperate situation. Have a solid plan and be clear on what value you can provide to others. Forget your personal agenda and focus on building the right relationships. Never dismiss anyone as unimportant. Connect people who can help each other.

When you are an entrepreneur, there is always something to do when it comes to starting and running a business. As chief cook and bottle washer, the challenge is to prioritize how you spend your hours in a workday. For the new year, my goal is to be better at prioritizing my time. Below are […]

Nix the typical networking conversation starters and advance your arsenal of “getting to know you” questions. Test out one of these networking icebreakers at your next event! How’d you hear about this event? Do you know anyone else here? Where are you from originally? What was your first job? Have you stayed in the same […]

It Helps Find Opportunities Find out about the people you are with and see how you can help them.  You never know where it might lead. It’s Expected Today, everyone is expected to meet new people and understand the market.  It’s expected that you will network as part of your role. It Benefits Your Career […]

Why is it we click with some people and not others? What if we could actually click with everyone we meet? What would it take? Try these simple steps to instantly connect with anyone–and to build stronger relationships with the people who are already in your life: Take a genuine interest. Everyone–everyone–has something unique to […]

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, […]

Building positive new habits can greatly transform both your personal and professional life, leading to improved productivity, better health, and overall satisfaction. Here are five effective strategies to provide detailed guidance: 1. Start Small and Be Consistent Business:  Starting small is crucial for sustainable habit formation. In a business context, this could mean dedicating a […]

Summer is finally here! The days are longer, the weather is warmer, and vacations are on everyone’s mind. However, for many businesses, summer can bring a significant slowdown in operations and sales. Customers are often distracted by their holiday plans, and certain industries may experience a seasonal lull. But fear not! There are several strategies […]

Here are three reasons why referrals are so valuable: Customers who refer are more likely to stay with you and as a result, spend more, adding to their lifetime value Referrals are more likely to become customers. Why? Because they have been recommended to you by someone they trust and who in turn, trusts you. […]

Referral introductions are at the core of building relationships. But there’s a few major problems with asking for such an introduction – Many people feel like they’ve been put in an awkward position. Most people don’t want to allocate their already precious time on writing an introduction email. Some people don’t want to risk the value of their relationship […]