As I was sitting on the roll of carpet taking my cell phone call during the show set up, first one then several others walked by and shook my hand and mouthed hello. Later that day, a former colleague holding her cell phone with the Facebook image I had posted, walked up behind me and […]
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We don’t do it enough: extend a kindness. And it is really easy, too. I was reminded of this while at the latest trade show I worked. In New York for the National Retail Federation (NRF) I was interacting with lots of friends and colleagues. A few ideas on how to be kind and thoughtful:
If you have been through set up at a trade show, you know that having ready access to everything from tools to a desk to tape is critical to making a show open on time. So, do you have a gang box? You know, the big box that holds all the stuff you can’t every
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While there are contrasts and differences between sales people and networkers, there are just as many similarities. In the past in this space we have always noted the differences, sometimes in opposition. Today we’re looking at the common elements. A networker: Has expectations Relies on a network Can measure what they do And is most
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To really excel in life, you sometimes have to take a leap of faith, a judgment call, a reach. In other words, don’t be afraid to play above your head to move to the next level. We all can keep running in place and stay in our comfort zone. Sure, time passes and things happen
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This entry is owed to my friends and fellow relentless networkers, Ed and Linda Dannis. They are great at keeping in touch, usually, via email or phone. So when this tidbit arrived in my mailbox this morning, I thought it valuable to share: “Remember no man is a failure who has friends.” The words written
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Yeah, yeah, I know I’m being predictable with this one, but it is that time of year and we all should be resolving to be better. Really we all should be working toward improving ourselves. And what better way than to make some resolutions. Right there next to the “lose 10 pounds” and “volunteer more”
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The most gratifying thing about networking is that it is based in giving. From this giving comes fruitful relationships. As a networker you have much to be thankful for. 1. Relationships. Knowing people and being known is a powerful and gratifying thing. 2. Respect. Both mutual and earned. Treating people well rewards you with
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Our colleague, Kimberly Williamson of Aviall, is at the Dubai Air Show in the United Arab Emirates this month. The filed this report in advance of the show. **************************** The 2011 version of the Dubai Air Show, opening November 13, is set to be bigger than the 2009 version. With over 1,000 exhibitors from 50
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Overexposure can be a killer. Whether it is too much time in the Sun or spending too much time with a network contact, too much of a good thing can also be too much. Maybe you are attending the same networking groups each month (or multiple times a month). Or you are eating at the
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