As a writer I work with a whole lot of people who hate to write. Most people who contact me either don’t have the time, desire, or interest to add to their business blog. But what they do have is an appreciation of what a blog can do for their business. Even with all the […]
Celebrating Small Business Season
We’re gearing up for another holiday season amid COVID. Luckily, the virus numbers are down, and people are venturing out more these days. It’s time to market the importance of shopping local or shopping small. While Small Business Saturday is a good start, why stop there? We need more than one day to celebrate how […]
How to Throw a Business Event
Maybe you’re celebrating a milestone or expanding. Or maybe you have a new product you’re carrying or offering a new service and you want some attention. Whatever the reason for your business event, if you’re going to go to the trouble and cost of hosting one, you want to make it memorable. Here’s how: Recommended: […]
Four-Point Plan To Improve Networking Results
If you joined the chamber to meet new people, grow your network, and get more customers, you’re on the right track. But do you have a plan to make the most of your time investment? If not, you need one. What Am I Doing Here? Map Out an Effective Networking Plan There may be many reasons you’re […]
The Importance of Face-to-Face Networking
In November we will be focusing on networking and with the increased use of social media, face to face meetings seem to be a ‘thing of the past’ to many of today’s marketers. In truth just the opposite is the case. Today, because face to face meetings are rare, you can stand out by engaging […]
How to Work a Room at Events
Working a room at networking events is one of the greatest skills that any entrepreneur or business person can learn. In fact, if done properly, it is truly more of an art form than a skill! And a bit of advance planning can make any nice a rock star… Picking the Right Events – First […]
