Business Networking, Conversation, and Mingling Articles

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Career Corner

Today's workplace is vibrant, ever-changing and sometimes tricky. How you conduct your job search, perform in interviews, benefit from mentors and build your reputation is critical. Hanging out on this Career Corner will provide you the advice you need, and much food for thought. Feel free to share these articles and tips with your fellow job-seekers, friends and co-workers.

 

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Conversation/Communication

When we are face-to-face, on the phone or on-line, how we start, maintain and build conversation is important. Whether the issue is how to enter and exit conversations, make small talk that grows into BIG talk or how to handle the "conversation killers", these articles offer solid ideas for excelling in face-to-face communication.

 

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Business/Sales

"Conversation isn't a part of a sale, it is the heart of it," According to Chris, a senior sales manager for a national equipment company. Mastering business etiquette is one way to build a reputation that makes people want to spend their money with you. Referrals are a critical part of business and essential to a successful sales career. We are not entitled to then, we must earn them. These articles will help you create your own luck!

 

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How to Work A Room®

Knowing How To Work a Room® is essential. Whether it's prior to a presentation, at a company party or event or part of a convention, we must be able to enter any gathering, meet people, break the ice, connect and create rapport. These practical how-to articles are based on and extensions of my best selling book How To Work a Room®.

 

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Networking (Savvy and Otherwise)

SAVVY Networking is how those who are smart, wise and knowledgeable develop, nurture and expand their business base of referrals and personal network. They know the unwritten rules and etiquette of creating a firm foundation, the do's and don'ts of SAVVY networking, and how to communicate with contacts to create solid profitable business relationships and friendships. And—how to enjoy the process. The articles in this section contain information, ideas and strategies so that you become a savvy networker.

 

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Professional Speaking

The profession of speaking requires speaking skills, content expertise and business acumen. These articles provide a resource for all three categories and are based on over twenty years of having a speaking business and addressing groups across the country and world.

 

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Don't "Miss" The Miscellaneous:

There are some articles that defy categorization but the information is relevant regardless. Whether it's about shy teens, being fed up with unsolicited feedback, or an ode to Paris, they are well -worth the read. This is potpourri for the mind.