Networking
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How to: Write in Plain English
Writing in plain English means using simple, clear, and concise language that is easy for your audience to understand. 01. What is the purpose of what you are writing? When writing something think…
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How to: Build a Client Base When you are New
Building a client base when you are new to a field or industry can be challenging, but it is an essential part of growing your business or career. Networking can be an important…
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Conversation Starters: Weather
If you are not a natural at making conversation, then thinking of conversation topics when first start talking to someone can make you nervous. While it is good to find other topics (more…
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Conversation Starters: “What Do You Do?”
All the time I find that my default question upon first meeting someone is “What do you do?” and every time I use it I cringe and thing that there must be a…
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How to: Network When There Are No Networking Events
It is important to remember that you don’t need networking events or to meet people in person to continue to network. Here are some ways that you can continue to network while working…
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Quick Tip: Be a Resource to Others
We often write about focusing your attention on how you can help others when networking. It is important to develop a skill both in being clear about who you are and how you…
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Conversation Starters: Work
If you are not a natural at making conversation, then thinking of conversation topics when first start talking to someone can make you nervous. While it is good to find other topics (more…
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Quick Tip: Tag your Connections on LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a great way to keep in contact with your professional contacts. If you are not already tagging your connections in conversations on LinkedIn, why not start doing this more. Linkedin enables…
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Conversation Starters: Sports
If you are not a natural at making conversation, then thinking of conversation topics when first start talking to someone can make you nervous. While it is good to find other topics (more…
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Quick Tip: Get in Touch with your Top 10 Contacts with a personal note
It is important to keep in touch with your clients and contacts. It is likely that your networking has taken a back seat these past 6 months or so. Now that we are…
