Archive for August 2011
Job search networking – Help me help you
By Diana Cordova, CWCC Business Development and Marketing Director Recently, two women came to the Chamber looking for job search leads. Although each had the same goal, their approach was very different. The first woman was professionally dressed wearing a skirt and jacket. She came to the office and asked for our Member Services Director…
Read MoreThe Drawbacks of Ineffective Networking
By Debbie Scott, CWCC Member Quiz: What is the purpose of Networking? A. To sell your product. B. To qualify those you meet for future discussions. C. To let loose and have fun. E. To build relationships Which of the above is the right answer? If you said B and E, you are correct! So…
Read More7 Tips to Network Effectively
By Tara Adams, CWCC member It’s often said that it’s not what you know, it’s who you know. As a small business owner, it’s important to network to market your business and the face behind it—you. It’s also a great way to build a referral network—a group of people that will send business your way,…
Read MoreIs Your Networking NOTworking?
By Lori Dubois, CWCC Member Creating a strategic networking plan is easier – and smarter – than you think What generates business for you? Leads, prospects, sales-where do they come from? If any, or all, of your business comes from referrals and/or networking, you are in good company. Since networking takes time and effort, it…
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