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It might seem intuitive, but I’ll reiterate that in networking meeting new people is critical to success. That’s why visitors are so important to the chapter. In fact, about 25% of our total closed business comes from visitors. In 2014, that amount should be at least $1,250,000, if we close $5M or more. Now that

 “Who do you know”?  It’s the most asked question at a NYC meeting. We’re not just looking for a matching business connection….we’re searching also for the best personality connection..for business.  And being good “connectors” is what we should all strive to be…. Broadway Producer and Professional Connector Michael Roderick told us when we are repeatedly

Lisa Skye is still Lisa Skye. She has been our leader, our mentor for 4 1/2 years, guiding our personal growth and development. She has taught us thru her words, her actions….and her quotes at the bottom of our rosters. She named us Lucky and taught us: ” Luck is where Preparation meets Opportunity”…so said

The only thing constant is CHANGE. Who read the book, “Who Moved My Cheese?” It is a delightful and informative book about a few mice living in the maze of life who get real used to finding their cheese in the same spot every day.  One day it isn’t there. The book is really about recognizing,

Last week we spoke about how you can make any presentation better by conveying 3 simple messages—naturally and with your own words and personality….  ……I’m happy to be here……I know what I’m talking about….I love my job. So, now you’re ready to make a great presentation or conduct a terrific meeting right? Not so fast.  

I’ve learned that to make any presentation more successful it’s important to convey THREE simple messages. Conveying these 3 messages won’t necessarily get your audience to agree with you, but they will help “open the receptors”. It will help your audience to more effectively listen to you. Here they are: I’m happy to be here…I know

Harvey Mackay tells us how Bill Cosby spent years as a starving comedian, staying up nights talking to seasoned comics, writing his material, honing his skills before even smelling success. Cosby said “Anyone can dabble, but once you’ve made the commitment, then your blood has that particular thing in it and it’s very hard for

It’s Fall and it’s time for Fall sports! I’m sure you have many ideas vying for your time. What about the sport of networking?   Mark Cuban (you may know him from “Shark Tank”, the Mavericks, or reading his latest blog or book) says that ”Follow Your Passion” is easily the worst advice you could

Who’s Got Your Back? And more importantly, who are your lifelines in business and life?   Keith Ferrazzi in his book entitled Who’s Got Your Back talks frankly about lifelines, how to find the 3 people who will change your life, and why building deep, trusting relationships will lead to your success and won’t let

Last week I asked you, “Who’s Got Your Back?” And more importantly, who are your lifelines in business and life?   We talked about Keith Ferrazzi and his book entitled Who’s Got Your Back, about lifelines and how to find the 3 people who will change your life.   To help you find yours, this