by Becky T | Jun 16, 2015 | Blog, Networking, Networking 101
1. Don’t confuse Networking with Selling. They are not synonymous. Do not attend a networking event with the intent of making a sale. 2. Be yourself. People sense when you are putting on ‘airs.’ 3. Be sincere. 4. Put your ‘best face forward.’ When you look good,...
by Becky T | Mar 2, 2013 | i Take The Lead, Imagine Your Reality, Networking, Networking 101, referral with a purpose
One of the problems that occurs in lead referral groups is that it can be hard to recognize when someone needs the services of someone you know. You can develop a relationship with the person and listen carefully for what will tell you the person needs the services of...
by Becky T | May 1, 2011 | Blog, i Take The Lead, Networking, Sales Person
Business to Business Networking vs Small Business Networking Referral groups do not seem to work well for some industries. If you are a business sales person, who calls on other businesses, instead of the individual consumer or individual business owner, a Business to...
by Becky T | Mar 27, 2011 | Blog, Networking 101
James Klingensmith loves people, and especially, loves to help people! James is the i Take The Lead https://www.itakethelead.com franchisee for Colorado. When professionals express an interest in visiting one of his groups, he shares these 10 Reasons to Attend our...
by Becky T | Mar 5, 2011 | Blog, Networking 101, Ronnie Noize, The Marketing Coach, Veronika Noize
By Veronika (Ronnie) Noize, the Marketing Coach Very often, the number one fear around marketing for my clients is asking for the business. Oh, sure, they’re happy to go on and on about the successes their own clients have had, and they’ll wax positively...