The Small Business Blog

OCTOBER 26, 2009

Build your own network! Small Business world News Round-up – 2009/10/27 by Stefan Töpfer on Oct 27, 2009 Here is this week’s news round-up for home business, micro business, sole-traders, freelancers, self-employed and any one who is interested in small business news from around the world. — ST.

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Practically Perfect PA

OCTOBER 21, 2014

Networking is really important. We are behind the scenes specialists, we are not encouraged to put ourselves out there and even if we did want to get involved in a networking event we are often too busy to leave the office. The problem is networking is really important. Which networking events to attend.

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JUNE 15, 2023

While I’ve met several people who feel this question invites stereotyping or possible judgment, I’ve always taken it with a lens of information-gathering: Now they understand more about the area where I grew up, can identify any possible mutual friends, etc. We attended different colleges and had no mutual friends, even on Facebook!”

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FEBRUARY 24, 2009

Topic: Networking Magic ~ 5 EASY Strategies for Follow-up Success. Date: Thursday, March 12, 2009 at 11:00 am EST. Led by Tracey Lawton. You know how things go at a networking event, or some other type of in-person event… .

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The Small Business Blog

JULY 2, 2010

Build your own network! Is Your Networking Fishy Enough? by adrianswinscoe on Jul 02, 2010 Networking is an essential growth strategy for any small (even large) business. However, there is an essential difference between having a strategy and how you implement it and many small businesses try networking with little success.

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Job Advice Blog

JULY 11, 2010

There could be many reasons: feeling uncomfortable with the networking process, not knowing the process, being shy by nature, or never having needed to network in the past. The purpose of job-search networking is to cultivate relationships to lean on for getting advice, information, and–it is hoped–referrals.

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The Small Business Blog

SEPTEMBER 19, 2009

Build your own network! Ten Small Business Startup Ideas – 2009/09/20 by Stefan Töpfer on Sep 20, 2009 If you are sat at home this weekend contemplating starting your own small / micro home business or becoming a self-employed freelancer / sole trader then here are ten quick-fire business ideas to use as a starting point.

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Loosely Speaking

FEBRUARY 11, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Tandem Social Networking Wednesday, February 11, 2009 at 10:55 am // By: ktcosmos // Category: Blogging Harry Caray may be one of the best networkers ever, moving thousands of tone-deaf Cub fans to stand and sing at the top of their lungs. in our area.

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MARCH 9, 2023

I primarily asked three questions: ‘What do you see as Intuit’s biggest untapped opportunity, what is the biggest risk facing Intuit that keeps you up at night, and what is the biggest mistake I can make as a CEO in my first year?’ This article was published in March 2009 and has been updated. Photo courtesy of Marshall University.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 4, 2010

Such was the case last week when my long-time friend and Las Vegas BNI ( Business Network International ) Director Leslie Taylor presented a speech that outlined a simply brilliant model for building effective relationships. N-Networks —What groups or organizations are they a member of? Tags: Networking.

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SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

In fact, according to an article in Republic , “Because startups and other private investments have such long time horizons—five to 10 years on average—they… typically aren’t impacted by the ups and downs of the public markets.”. This article was published in June 2009 and has been updated. Photo by Vadym Pastukh/Shutterstock.

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Office Dynamics

AUGUST 4, 2010

Such was the case last week when my long-time friend and Las Vegas BNI ( Business Network International ) Director Leslie Taylor presented a speech that outlined a simply brilliant model for building effective relationships. N-Networks —What groups or organizations are they a member of?

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JULY 17, 2021

I would say these three people are not afraid to shake me up.”. Ties with a close network of people create a safety net,” says Lynn Smith-Lovin, professor of sociology at Duke University and one of the authors of the study. “A Ties with a close network of people create a safety net.” between 1985 and 2004.

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Loosely Speaking

JANUARY 13, 2009

Home VA Training VA FAQ Podcast Featured Events for Bloggers & VAs Can Virtual Assistants provide social networking support? Social networking became the trendiest way to stay connected in 2008. As a hot new niche market, it’s natural that training programs have sprung up for VAs who want to offer this service.

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DECEMBER 21, 2022

Is there one thing that will make the difference between actually achieving your goals and chalking them up to yet another year’s unfulfilled resolutions? I started doing this in July of 2009 and it has created the most magical year of my life. Sign up for a birthday/anniversary reminder service. Get a leg up.

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NOVEMBER 28, 2023

After speaking with members of the homeless community, including representatives from the now 3,500-strong network of community giving partners who distribute Bombas’ socks across all 50 states and in the U.K., State Bags Scot Tatelman grew up camping. And then from a storytelling perspective—which is so important, right?—it’s

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Ian's Messy Desk

JULY 14, 2010

Home About Contact Me Links Sitemap Building Your Network Posted by Ian McKenzie Written on July 14, 2010 If youre new here, you may want to subscribe to my RSS feed. Your reference group is made up of the people with whom you habitually associate and identify. The best networkers are never unemployed for very long.

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JULY 11, 2021

It can mean networking in an entirely new way and putting yourself out there in the world so people can see and hear you. If you are hoping to start your own business, for example, you may need to work up the capital necessary and take a “day job” to make ends meet and avoid serious debt. How do I figure out what Plan B should be?

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JULY 26, 2021

Here are eight fresh, pertinent strategies you can use to set up meetings with corporate decision-makers and ultimately land big contracts. When you’re trying to set up a meeting with a corporate prospect, most likely the first thing out of your mouth is something like this: “Hi, Pat. Break down big companies into smaller entities.

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The Small Business Blog

FEBRUARY 16, 2010

Build your own network! Getting Fired Up! So, now it’s more important than ever to get your team fired up. If you want your staff to work harder then step it up a notch yourself. when I was managing people I learned fast that setting an example got the most response and number 4 helped keep people fired up.

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Make or Break Moments

JUNE 14, 2010

I hosted the local meet up in my community and eight people signed up. While we were only two strong in our Panera, we knew that we were part of a much larger group worldwide sharing the same thoughts and networking moments. Talk about a make or break moment. Eight pm is a tough time for a meeting.

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Office Organization Success

SEPTEMBER 8, 2009

Social networking sites originally became popular as a way for friends to stay in touch with one another and to keep up-to-date with what was happening in their lives, but they quickly became a place for business owners to grow their networks too. And so they lose interest and wonder what all the fuss is about.

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Andrea Kalli

MAY 15, 2010

By AndreaKalli Every once in awhile we all get the urge to freshen things up on our sites. Time to Jazz Up Your Website Social Buttons? Often, business owners find themselves so caught up in their paperwork or their day-to-day operations that they forget about… Continue reading the rest of this article. Cool and Funky.

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AUGUST 10, 2023

Mostly, though, I think about how we will all lose the sea if we don’t roll up our sleeves and figure out how to save it. As the boat picks up speed, I blink cold tears while taking in the snow-capped peaks of the Cascade Mountains, seagulls arcing overhead and the occasional seal head bobbing along the surface of the water.

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OCTOBER 24, 2022

After co-founding eHealth Africa (eHA) in 2009, Castle oversaw fundraising efforts that drew in $250 million over a 10-year period. Castle also co-founded EHA Clinics , a network of primary health care providers in Nigeria. With that mission, she founded eha Impact Ventures in 2021. Empowerment is a Mutually Beneficial Arrangement.

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 29, 2009

Build your own network! The worst business start-up mistakes by Stefan Töpfer on Jan 29, 2009 Although many people decide to try and realise their dream of starting their own business, unfortunately it often turns into a nightmare for them. What is Small Business Infrastructure? Benefits of Online Software for Small Business.

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The Small Business Blog

NOVEMBER 23, 2009

Build your own network! Small Business World News Round-up – 209/11/24 by Stefan Töpfer on Nov 24, 2009 Here is this week’s news round-up for home business, micro business, sole-traders, freelancers, self-employed and any one who is interested in small business news from around the world.

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Professional Assistant Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Elevator Etiquette 101: Going Up? This, of course, can be a nightmare, since you could be walking up many flights. If you end up standing right near the buttons, people expect you to be the conductor. That’s what The Weather Network is for. No one wants you to report the weather.

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The Small Business Blog

JANUARY 25, 2010

Build your own network! Keeping Track and Keeping Up: Are You Focused? How to be successful by focusing on your core business. Effective Small Business Planning Strategy Planning your small business is the best way to avoid costly mistakes. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control. You ask a question, I answer!

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Laughing all the Way to Work

OCTOBER 18, 2008

.© Copyright Patricia Robb 2010 18 October, 2008 Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro This is a guest post from JEM over at [link]. Networking Like a Pro One of the best ways to boost your career and hone your skills as an administrative assistant is to practice networking. . To be able to network, you must have confidence.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 6, 2010

Build your own network! Why Do So Many Small Business Start-Ups Fail? With four out of five small business start-ups ending up in failure the statistics are stacked against small business owners. Knowing the pitfalls that other small business start ups have made can stop you making the same mistakes.

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Professional Assistant Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2008

Home About Me Advertise Co-Workers Not Cleaning Up After Themselves? Do you get annoyed that you are always the one that has to clean up after them? Do you know of any other ways to get your staff members to clean up after themselves? Posted on 17 June, 2009 9:33 AM The Professional Assistant That's an excellent idea.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2023

Jeff Probst told the world in September 2009 when he accepted his second Emmy as “Outstanding Host for a Reality or Competition Program.” The move to Bellevue, Washington, “opened my eyes up to a new way of looking at the world ,” he says. Probst landed the job, and he says for the most part, he shut up, listened and learned.

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The Small Business Blog

APRIL 29, 2008

Build your own network! Small Business Start-Up Idea – Weight Loss Consultation by Stefan Töpfer on Apr 30, 2008 In recent years there has been a far greater emphasis placed on the importance of living a healthy lifestyle. How to be successful and eco-friendly. Making your small business carbon neutral. Starting a Small Business?

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MARCH 11, 2008

Build your own network! Small Business Start-Up Idea: Image Consultant by Stefan Töpfer on Mar 11, 2008 This business is ideal for someone who has worked in the corporate world or the media for a number of years and understands the importance of image within it. Community for small business outsourcing and cost control.

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The Small Business Blog

DECEMBER 29, 2008

Build your own network! Recession Business Start Up: Micro Business Co-op. So here is my idea, what about if you and some of your colleagues set up small home businesses and formed a little Co-operative and started providing services, like maintenance or upgrades or products to these former clients of your employer?

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Clutter Coach

JANUARY 19, 2016

Networking maven Valerie Gonyea uses it for her oceans of cards and praises its accuracy. So, if business cards are piling up around you, give it a try. Originally posted 2009-02-06 16:49:22. It's annoying to have to buy a tool that only does one thing, but for business card scanning, the CardScan is the one to have.

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