Even networking has rules regarding etiquette. And so it should. The idea is to gain more referrals for your business, not scare people away. So whether you’re a novice or an old hand at workin

Submitted by Lauretta Wright on 29-03-2009

The closing months of last year exposed serious turbulence in the global economy.  The year ahead will certainly present most of us with change and challenges as we steer our organisations throug

Submitted by Miriam Ahern on 14-01-2009

Networking is becoming more and more popular as a method of meeting business contacts and building relationships. Some people like to network to meet like minded people and develop a support network b

Submitted by Sue Stockdale on 17-11-2008

How familiar does the following sound? You have good intentions to go networking regularly.  Then you get busy with paid work and can’t find the time to go.  When the business starts

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 30-05-2008

You’ve gone along to a new networking group and you find yourself walking into a room full of strangers.  You panic and wonder what everyone is going to think of you, what you’re go

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 28-04-2008

You’ve gone along to a new networking group and you’re asked to stand up in front of everyone and deliver a 60 second introduction on yourself and your business. What happens next is yo

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 29-02-2008

Small talk is something that many people seem to struggle with when networking. What do you say to get a conversation started? Networking is all about building relationships, so treat it as you would

24-01-2008

With the festive season fast approaching, people’s thoughts turn to giving and receiving gifts. Take some time out in this busy period to reflect upon your networking year.  What’s

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 02-12-2007

If you’re new to networking, do you get frustrated when your conversations don’t turn into business straight away?  You’ve found out about their business, told them about you

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 29-10-2007

When you go to networking meetings and take someone’s card, what do you do with them? Do they languish at the bottom of a drawer, are they stacked in a pile somewhere or do you take action with

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 30-09-2007

You’ve now become a regular networker and your confidence is increasing the more events you attend.  However, do you know how much of an impact you make on others with your introduction

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 15-08-2007

So you’ve been to a few networking meetings and you’re still finding it a terrifying experience.  When you go into that room of people you’re feeling really nervous and worry

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 12-06-2007

Most networking groups give you the opportunity to introduce yourself and your business.  How do you construct a 60 second (or brief) introduction that’s going to be interesting and memora

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 23-04-2007

You’ve taken those brave first steps and started going to networking meetings. You’re recognising a few faces every time and you’re feeling more confident. How do you go about de

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 21-03-2007

When you start your business, how you market yourself is a key consideration.  One of the ways that you can do this is through networking. Networking is a great tool for marketing as you get to

Submitted by Lesley Reader on 10-02-2007