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Getting Across The Great Gender Divide In Business Networking

It is important for anyone working in the business world to understand the similarities and differences between the networking styles of men and women. At the end of the day, we all want the same outcome; we just have different ways of getting there.READ»

The Problem With Elevator Pitches

Everyone knows CEOs, vice presidents, angel investors, recruiters, and all other power brokers spend a good portion of their day just riding up and down in elevators going from one meeting to the next. Right? And everyone also knows the best chance to connect with the otherwise "unconnectable" is to seize the 60 seconds you have with them in said elevator to "pitch" your wares. Right again?READ»

Must Read Business Books list for CEOs

On a number of occasions I’ve been asked to suggest a top business book list, what I think they really want are my favorite books that will help them start their business. I wanted to put together a quick article about few books that have impacted how we live life and conduct... business on a daily basis..READ»

About Feb. 19, 2010 Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame Statewide Networking Event

AN EXCLUSIVE INVITATION FROM THE CONNECTICUT BUSINESS HALL OF FAME.... ....JOIN US AT CONNECTICUT'S LARGEST MONTHLY BUSINESS NETWORKING. Details About Our Next Statewide Business Networking & Leads Event: You and your guests are invited to join 100 to 150 other business professionals for the Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame Statewide Networking & Leads Event for the "total networking experience". Admission is free -- so mark your calendars now for this valuable networking experience and get connected! All executives from large, medium and small corporations are invited to attend. Remember to bring plenty of promo materials & business cards! Event: Exclusive Statewide Networking & Leads Event Featured Success Spotlights: Jennifer D'Angelo, Heartland Payment Systems; Mike McGarry, Hartford News; John Ferguson, ValuMail. Event Emcees: Ron Dresner, Dennis PR Group; Tom Worth, Calcagni Real Estate & Karen Lavigne, One Communications. When: Friday, February 19, 2010 Time: 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. (Doors open at 7 a.m.) Where: Connecticut Laborers' Council Offices, 475 Ledyard Street, Hartford, CT, Free & Easy Parking. (One minute from the Brainard Rd./Airport Rd. I-91 Exit). There's no need to RSVP, we'll just see you there. The CTBHOF Networking & Leads event is an open networking group that meets on the third Friday of every month. Our only request is that you are a motivated business professional and committed to networking. We'll provide the breakfast and coffee courtesey of David Alan Catering, www.dahospitalitygroup.com. For more information, contact Ron Dresner, Dennis PR Group, ron@dennispr.com, (860) 523.7500. The networking event and related activities are sponsored by the David Alan Catering, RP Web Design Services, Nozik Photography, Make A Wish Foundation of Connecticut, Barter Business Unlimited & Dennis PR Group. READ»

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Sending Coaching Clients To Make Their 1st Impressions

Recently, I read a blog post by uber-blogger, Chris Brogan. He made some great points on how to navigate that difficult minefield, “the first meeting at an event.” After reading it, though, I thought, I’d give my coaching ...READ»

Details About Connecticut's Largest Business Networking Event On Friday, June 19, 2009 In Hartford, CT

Connecticut's largest monthly business networking event to be held on Friday, June 19, 2009 in Hartford, CT.READ»

Want to Network in Southern California? 2 Organizations to Know

I have not worn a necktie since I moved to California 6 years ago. My sense of punctuality, too, has been collecting dust on my tie rack. My social networking skills, on the other hand, are buffed, shined, and ...READ»

Join Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame For Statewide Networking Event On May 15, 2009

You and your guests are invited to join us at Connecticut's largest monthly business networking event. Meet new business contacts, connect with existing contacts, increase your sales & market your company's goods & services. Event: Connecticut Business Hall Of Fame Statewide Networking Event. Date: Friday, May 15, 2009. Time: 7:30 a.m. to 9 a.m. (Doors open at 7 a.m.) Place: Connecticut Laborers' Council Offices, 475 Ledyard St., Hartford, CT, free & easy parking. Admission: Free. Featured Speakers: John Ferguson, BThrifty & Allan Ross, Arrowhead Mailing. Topic: "Top Techniques To Increase Your Sales During Challenging Times." Featured Activity: Speed Networking, coordinated by Clare Thain, LeBlanc Consulting. (Bring plenty of extra business cards for this speed networking event). Event Emcee: Ron Dresner, Dennis PR Group. Event Sponsors: Barter Business Unlimited, Dennis PR Group. General Event Information: There's NO need to RSVP, we'll just see you there. Light breakfast served. This is an open & free networking event for ALL motivated business executives that meets on the third Friday each month. General Information: Contact Ron at Dennis PR Group, ron@dennispr.com or visit www.ctbhof.com. READ»

How to Schedule Meetings and Network Anywhere

Networking is essential to business in any industry. However, when traveling on business, meeting people in the same field can be difficult when you’re not familiar to an area. MeetingWave, an online service that helps business ...READ»