The Times Online from the UK, published an article in March called Why Women are Such Bad Networkers. It’s no good thinking that hard work will get you anywhere. If you want to make it to the top, you’re going to have to overcome your fear of socializing and start schmoozing like men. Of course, this caught my attention! Is this really true? Is it valid that women have a … [Read more...]
How Far Will You Go for Networking?
Post by Jane K. Stimmler, contributing Women on Business writer We will probably all agree that networking is highly beneficial to our careers for many reasons. We can gain valuable information, become known, develop relationships, acquire business leads and find opportunities for personal and professional growth. So, getting to know people both inside and outside your … [Read more...]
My Advice, in Twenty Instructions
1) Educate yourself. Learning is a pleasure. Learning something new every day is a true pleasure and a gift. Free your mind from "little thinking" and give yourself an opportunity to contemplate the magnificence of being alive. 2) Follow your passions. You are the only one of you in the world. Your unique spirit is special. Use your life to fulfill your stated purpose. … [Read more...]
Messaging is Critical – How’s Yours?
When someone asks, “What do you do?” how valuable is your answer? A run of the mill, “I am a financial advisor” or “I run a consulting firm” response has the person who asked knowing almost less about you than before they asked. You gave them a phone book response. You were about as personable and memorable as a business directory. AND you’ve forced them to jump to a … [Read more...]
Messaging is Critical – How’s Yours?
When someone asks, “What do you do?” how valuable is your answer? A run of the mill, “I am a financial advisor” or “I run a consulting firm” response has the person who asked knowing almost less about you than before they asked. You gave them a phone book response. You were about as personable and memorable as a business directory. AND you’ve forced them to jump to a … [Read more...]
The Value of SMO-Greater ROI than SEO
I was asked recently about SEO and its importance for my home-based business. SEO? Is Search Engine Optimization important for my business? To be honest I'm not really sure. I think SMO is more valuable. What is SMO? It's Social Media Optimization. And for my home-based business I'm much more interested in the ROI on my social media efforts. [ROI? That's Return On … [Read more...]
Mentorship and success go hand in hand
“A mentor is someone who allows you to see the hope inside yourself.” ~ Oprah Winfrey If we look around, our personal relationships provide us with life mentors: our friends, mothers, grandmothers, our teachers, our dance instructors – the list can go on and on. But why is it that in a professional setting many of us think we don’t need a mentor? If you just started out in … [Read more...]
Interview with Founder of Beauties on the Go and Director of the TEEN LUVE Program
Interview with Gabriela R. Chavez Kristin: What is your business background? Gabriela: Because of positive thinking and eternal optimism, I have an aptitude for developing strong professional relationships. Because of my genuine compassion and unwavering persistence, I have acquired professional experience in print and promotional modeling, hosting Hollywood events, and … [Read more...]
So, you have 500+ connections in LinkendIn?
So, you have 500+ connections in LinkendIn? A few weeks ago, I posted an article about networking as a marketing tool for one’s products or services – or even oneself, in the pursuit of new career opportunities. That had to do with in-person networking. On-line networking is another valuable tool. Before I delve into it, let me credit Seth Bogin for the idea for this … [Read more...]
Are Introverts the Better Connectors?
You might not be the type of person who loves to socialize, attend big parties, and network whenever the opportunity presents itself. But to be a great connector, you don’t have to. Successful connectors who would be classified as introverts will often enter into a social situation with a plan for those they want to meet and connect with. They aren’t looking to talk to anyone … [Read more...]