Tips to Maximize a Networking Event

Going to networking events is a part of any business professionals life.  Networking events come in the form of: Business After Hours Referral Marketing Groups Lead Exchanges Chamber Events Trade Shows Luncheons Award Ceremonies But did you know there are ways to more effectively maximize your time at networking events? Ways to better engage with…

Immerse Yourself

I spent the day with a great client and friend of mine.  Not only was I there to support her with the award she had won, but to also spend time learning more about what it is that she does each and every day.  As I sat there during the conference I found myself becoming…

Credible Validity

It is so energizing to me to go to a meeting and walk out afterwards with a plethora of thoughts and ideas.  Each week, at our Out-&-Out Marketing Forum, it inevitably happens.  This burst of creativity is a direct result of my participation in a group discussion with the other attendees at the Forum. Today’s…

The Power of Collaboration

How often do we overlook the power of true collaboration?  In my experience, I believe that the most successful of us are the ones that have acknowledged and harnessed the power of collaboration.  This action alone can be directly correlated not only to their own personal success but to those they collaborated with as well.…

Choosing the Right People

If you were training to run a marathon would you train with those who are preparing for only a half marathon?  If you were watching your weight would you go to an all you can eat buffet?  If you wanted to ace an exam, would you go out for happy hour the night before? Many…