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In my business, I coach small business professionals on how to effectively introduce themselves in networking situations. One of the most frequent questions I get is this: "I've met a lot of really great people...now how do I follow up with them all??" If you attend networking events frequently, you probably have a rather large stack of business cards sitting on your desk. Here's my method of follow up - see what works for your work style. Enter their contact information into your c… Continue

What are you known for? Many business owners or entreprenuers might answer that question with a resounding, passionate answer about the field they are in. "I'm the best real estate agent in town!" "I sell the best skin care line!" "I have the best hair salon!" It is common practice for small business owners or entreprenuers to get so "caught up" in their business and what they do on a daily basis, that they tend to either forget or (even worse) don't know what they're really known for. Maybe t… Continue