Mastermind groups are popping up everywhere. A recent search on Google for that term resulted in nearly one million returns. But, what is a Mastermind group? Is it just a group of people who sit around drinking brandy and smoking their cigars, while talking about how much more successful they are than anyone else? Here … Read more
Whether you are self-employed or working for a company, networking is one of the critical skills you need in the work environment. Your network can help you quickly respond to work changes (e.g. downsizing, client loss) by putting you in touch with new contacts and opportunities. Here are 10 networking tips to keep in mind. … Read more
Know your market – create your website based on your target market – colors, layout, navigation, images and information. Make it relevant. Ask yourself “If I was a visitor to my website what would I expect to see, how can this business help me solve my problem”. Be different. Be the purple cow. Enlist the … Read more
Networking is a skill anyone can build, including shy people. It is not about selling. In fact, it is not about you at all. When you understand networking as providing value to others you are on your way to being successful. Networking is about connecting, building relationship, understanding the needs of those you are getting … Read more