11Sep 2014 by Cindy Berrier No Comments

7 Networking Tips to Get More Out of Conferences and Events

Business Cards, Marketing, Marketing Info, Monday Marketing Minutes, Promotional Marketing, Small Business
Have you ever signed up for a seminar, conference, or local chamber event, and done absolutely nothing to prepare for the networking opportunity? You’re not alone. We often attend events knowing that we want to hear what the speakers have to say, and we completely forget about the marketing opportunity inherent in the event. Well no more! (more…)
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04Dec 2013 by Cindy Berrier No Comments

Walking in a Networking Wonderland – 8 Tips for Networking During the Holidays

Everything Else
It’s that time of year. Chestnuts roasting on an open fire, Jack Frost nipping at your nose, and … Holiday Networking! With social calendars quickly filling up this month, now is a great time to take advantage of the potential networking opportunities at your upcoming events. Read on for 8 tips to make some great connections this holiday season. Every Event is a Networking Event This time of year, what’s there to be down about? You’re constantly surrounded by good family, good friends, and most importantly … good food. Will all that tryptophan (aka essence of turkey) coursing through people’s veins, most people are incredibly receptive to striking up a conversation. (more…)
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21Sep 2012 by Cindy Berrier No Comments
Business Cards in These Techie Times

Business Cards in These Techie Times

Small Business Info
A friend once told me that a great reason to have a business card is so you can enter it in “Drop your business card in this box for the chance to win free stuff” contests. While half of you will agree, the other half will say businesses only hold those contests so they can pull your contact information. Hopefully, more full-bellied people result from these contests than annoyed-with-spam people. Either way, the usefulness of business cards has not been lost in these techie times! The idea of “digital” business cards presents some interesting possibilities. For example, of course you carry your business cards on you for trade shows and other industry events, but what about random coffee-house encounters and other networking opportunities? Digital business cards can be readily available…
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10Oct 2011 by Cindy Berrier No Comments
10 Ways to Improve the Quality and Visibility of Your Linkedin Profile

10 Ways to Improve the Quality and Visibility of Your Linkedin Profile

Everything Else, Expert Advice, Marketing Info, Small Business, Small Business Lounge
When partners, co-workers or potential employers search for your name, what social profile would you prefer them to see?  If you’re a small business owner or white-collar professional; chances are you’d prefer them to see your Linkedin profile.  Why?  Because it’s real!  You can’t fake a good Linkedin profile.   These tips and suggestions should be used with Linkedin’s suggestions to get your profile to 100% completeness.             Here are 10 relatively easy things you can do to improve the quality and visibility of your Linkedin profile: 1. Use a professional-looking photo. You don’t necessarily need to pay for a professional portrait.  Almost everyone has a friend who is a part-time photographer or someone who can take a decent picture.  And you should at least…
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