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I spoke to students (online) about business networking. I covered:1. Understand they have value to offer2. Provide structure to examine what network they already have3. Refine their presentation (online and in person)4. Steps to grow and nu
I came home after school to a surprise - a new clubhouse.Today, there is a new place to meet and build our professional networks: Clubhouse. Learn more.This week it’s the January edition of the Virtual Global Tea Break – a global networking o
What we learn Octavius (Caesar Augustus). His world had changed and at 18 years old was given the newly formed Roman Empire.I recorded “Threnody” for Audible. You can hear a sample here: https://smile.amazon.com/Threnody-Century-Sensibility-Pr
Why is New Orleans called, "The Big Easy"? The best encapsulation I read was over at cuturetrip.com where they said, “it defines how folks in New Orleans embrace life; and that people here do things their own way, without ever fearing judgement
The year of the pandemic is passing and we look to 2021 and beyond. There are five areas of focus for your personal and professional life and each of those five needs to have three things. In this episode we look at what is required to be succe
This is not a sales push – you won’t find any links or “immediate action discounts”. The only “call-to-action” part of this episode is my admonition that you take a serious look at what’s happened in 2020 and decide who you want to be twelve mo
If you don't like the way things are - make something different. It's not enough to have goals, you must have a system that will help you meet your goals. That is why I created the Independent Planner (TM). It is a paper calendar system designe
On November 11th at 8am Pacific Standard Time, I will be holding my review of the third quarter with an eye to those businesses that have adapted well during this pandemic. I want to look to the positive outcomes for inspiration as we close out
Walt and Roy launched their company the same year the Great Depression started. Today the company is worth about $130 Billion. I observed that Disney was being deliberate about learning what it takes to open in a pre-vaccine world. Here are the
I am breaking from my series on Lessons Learned from Disney to insert this episode because I am seeking your assistance.In this simple podcast episode, I only ask that you send me an email ([email protected]) in response to this episode wi
My dad used to tell me he knew too many people wishing their lives away. I wish it was 5 o’clock; I wish it was Friday; I wish I was on vacation; I wish I was retired. Is today not enough? This is a problem of culture. If you are a freelance pr
Business networking became harder - or did it? Five people for 7 days in 150 cubit feet and a visit to Disneyland provided valuable lessons.Many have been directly affected by COVID-19; all of us have been impacted by the response to this nove
How do I get in-front of potential clients in this pre-vaccine COVID world? Many small business owners, solo entrepreneurs, and freelance professionals I speak with get their clients through their networks by referral.This is particularly chal
The world changed just as 2020 was getting started. We’re experiencing a culture-changing event. Businesses that were considered “non-essential” were closed. As weeks of shelter-in-place passed, businesses were allowed to start reopening. But h
Over the years, Disney has been examined and case studies have been written. Many have tried to understand and replicate the magic. Since my focus is on business networking, and I want to share tips with you to improve your ability to use this
2020: An Unexpected Year. Quarterly Review SessionIn March, GDP was expected to grow this year...now we are looking at a decline. Let's review the last quarter and plan for the second half of 2020. You are invited to a Zoom meeting I am host
When I heard that the South by Southwest (SxSW) conference was cancelled, I knew many businesses would be hurt by the response to the virus. When the National Basketball Association (NBA) cancelled, I thought it might be a publicity issue. Whe
I often use the hashtag #todaysoffice in posts along with my signature tag #motivationallistener. I’ve been asked “why” because it doesn’t seem linked to my primary topic of using business networking as a marketing tool. Marvelous question…that
Operating a business is a challenge – even more so when you are a solo entrepreneur, freelance professional, or even if you have just a couple employees. Not only do you design the products sold, but you also deliver, service, and market them.
We chat about planning for 2020 and beyond. Do you “just let it happen” or are you a fan of the 12-week year by Moran and Lennnington, or do you have another system? I am a fan of Activity Based Planning. We are preparing to deliver our solutio
If you were a part of the Blab community back in 2016, you will remember it was a unique platform that has yet to be replicated. It was a wonderful networking place. Networking is not just attending events or learning to play golf. Your busines
The modern world has provided tools that allow us to work from anywhere at any time. Our clients can contact us at all hours and expect immediate response. We can end up isolated – especially as freelance professionals – some clients can be qui
In business (and especially at networking events) efficiency is valuable. If you don't time to read my entire book, "Motivational Listener: Be Interesting by Being Interesting. Practical skills to be successful at business networking events" or
Goals flow from meaning and purpose. Building a business network it a fine goal…but where do we get our goals? When you achieve a goal, what replaces it? Likely another goal, but where does that new goal flow from? I will tell you, goals flow f
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