Practice it. Learn different "sound bites", and "bullet points", so you can be concise and exact. If it is not provocative enough to raise their curiosity and request more information, either it's not good enough, or they are not interested. You're done there.

6. Ignore your friends, unless they are with someone you

There is no other place that more embraces unabashed promotion than networking events such as Chamber of Commerce Mixers (sometimes called "Sundowners" or "Business After Five") or other business-oriented events. Unlike social situations, it is expected that everyone will be "talking shop", exchanging business cards and a lot of connections can be made. Most Chamber Mixers are open to the public, and they are an inexpensive way to meet a lot of people. Remember these tips when attending any networking event:

1. You are not there to eat. You can't talk about business with your mouth full, or shake hands with greasy fingers. Try to eat a snack first, so you don't arrive ready to inhale the cheese tray.

2. Have a goal for the event. Sample: I will collect cards from 5 prospects and 10 strategic partner potentials. Don't leave before reaching or exceeding your goal.

3. Arrive early. Meet the staff of the sponsoring organization. They are very knowledgeable and good resources to know. They can introduce you to the movers & shakers of the organization.

4. Spend no more than 5 minutes with any one person. Your time is limited. Determine quickly who you want to follow up with, ask for their card, then move on. Building rapport comes later.

5. Know your 30-second promotional. Practice it. Learn different "sound bites", and "bullet points", so you can be concise and exact. If it is not provocative enough to raise their curiosity and request more information, either it's not good enough, or they are not interested. You're done there.

6. Ignore your friends, unless they are with someone you d

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re open to the public, and they are an inexpensive way to meet a lot of people. Remember these tips when attending any networking event:

1. You are not there to eat. You can't talk about business with your mouth full, or shake hands with greasy fingers. Try to eat a snack first, so you don't arrive ready to inhale the cheese tray.

2. Have a goal for the event. Sample: I will collect cards from 5 prospects and 10 strategic partner potentials. Don't leave before reaching or exceeding your goal.

3. Arrive early. Meet the staff of the sponsoring organization. They are very knowledgeable and good resources to know. They can introduce you to the movers & shakers of the organization.

4. Spend no more than 5 minutes with any one person. Your time is limited. Determine quickly who you want to follow up with, ask for their card, then move on. Building rapport comes later.

5. Know your 30-second promotional. Practice it. Learn different "sound bites", and "bullet points", so you can be concise and exact. If it is not provocative enough to raise their curiosity and request more information, either it's not good enough, or they are not interested. You're done there.

6. Ignore your friends, unless they are with someone you

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Who could have predicted the changes coming our way in 2006? The changes that began in 2006 are predicted to continue in 2007. So, we thought we would provide a 2007 Survival Kit to enhance your life and your career! Check out our TAKE-GAIN-TAKE solution.1. Take Time: Time is that valuable commodity which we have complete control, yet only comes in a limited supply. Spending some of that time on you is critical to improving stress, balance and change solutions. Plan time, at least weekly, where you can relax, let go of the stresses a

le the cheese tray.

2. Have a goal for the event. Sample: I will collect cards from 5 prospects and 10 strategic partner potentials. Don't leave before reaching or exceeding your goal.

3. Arrive early. Meet the staff of the sponsoring organization. They are very knowledgeable and good resources to know. They can introduce you to the movers & shakers of the organization.

4. Spend no more than 5 minutes with any one person. Your time is limited. Determine quickly who you want to follow up with, ask for their card, then move on. Building rapport comes later.

5. Know your 30-second promotional. Practice it. Learn different "sound bites", and "bullet points", so you can be concise and exact. If it is not provocative enough to raise their curiosity and request more information, either it's not good enough, or they are not interested. You're done there.

6. Ignore your friends, unless they are with someone you

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In this day and age, most companies have computers with Internet access. If you have employees using the Internet for personal use, this can create a big problem for you. You may not want your employees using company equipment for their own use but could be in a situation where you haven't found a way to effectively manage this policy. Perhaps you've already had problems that you want to prevent from recurring.If you have a policy that allows staff to only surf personally during lunchtimes and/or breaks, you might want to ensure that this i

can introduce you to the movers & shakers of the organization.

4. Spend no more than 5 minutes with any one person. Your time is limited. Determine quickly who you want to follow up with, ask for their card, then move on. Building rapport comes later.

5. Know your 30-second promotional. Practice it. Learn different "sound bites", and "bullet points", so you can be concise and exact. If it is not provocative enough to raise their curiosity and request more information, either it's not good enough, or they are not interested. You're done there.

6. Ignore your friends, unless they are with someone you

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Everyone knows that they need to talk about their experiences at their former jobs and community activities in a job interview. However, what most people need work on is providing an interviewer with enough details so that they can actually picture you doing that activity. Let me give you an example:Question: Tell me about a time when you had to work with other people to pull together an assignment under a tight deadline.Here's an example of a candidate's typical response:The first thing I can

Practice it. Learn different "sound bites", and "bullet points", so you can be concise and exact. If it is not provocative enough to raise their curiosity and request more information, either it's not good enough, or they are not interested. You're done there.

6. Ignore your friends, unless they are with someone you don't know. Remember the "5 Minute Rule."

7. Don't sit down. It is too difficult to extricate yourself and move on to a different group. Keep moving. There is usually a lively crowd at the bar or in the food line.

8. Invest in a custom a nametag that states Your Company Name in large font with your name below. (Your industry or business is what is of initial interest to others.) Custom name tags are less than $10 and will increase your networking results 500%. Guaranteed!

9. Act as host/hostess. Approach the person standing alone and introduce them to others.

10. Ask people about their business and what type of customers and connections they are looking for. If you know of a contact for them, offer it. Take their card and write down the information and promise to get back to them. Then do it! They will be impressed and they will want to return the favor.

11. Take plenty of business cards. But do not offer your card unless they request it!! (Foisting cards on people who don't want them is the #1 wrong thing people do!) Keep them in your right-hand jacket pocket along with a pen, and put the cards you receive in your left. I do not take a purse. Business cards, money, lipstick, & a pen are all I need for a 2-hour event.

12. Follow-up t