Yes, Is there a website, blog, or social network for your hobby? If not—you should start one. I know thousands of networks are floating out there on the inter-webs because my friend Kevin Mullett told me so, and he's joined most of them. But I wondered, are there networks and sites that fit my interests? [...]

Networking doesn't end at the event. At least it shouldn't. Unfortunately, it does end when the clock chimes all too often. As I've said many times before I know this to be true because it's what I did with far too many networking opportunities. Have you clocked out when an event was finished? The title [...]

Do you know how to get introduced? Regardless of your purpose, whether it's employment, sales, or finding a solution to a problem, it’s important to connect with the person who has the knowledge and authority to help you. Someone suggesting to contact an organization without an introduction to an individual within the organization is little [...]

Be careful when networking moves to the bar but let’s face it; a lot of business has been conducted over drinks. Sitting at the bar at an after-hours networking event, entertaining customers with dinner and drinks, or having a tall one on the golf course are part of the American business culture. It’s also a [...]

Are networking mistakes hurting you? I network virtually and face-to-face. I attend a minimum of two networking events per month and have done so for many years. In that time I’ve had successes. However, I’ve made a lot of networking mistakes. A lot. If you’re hard-headed like me and have to learn from your mistakes, [...]

Attending an event in person isn't something most of did a lot of the last couple of years. I believe that's beginning to change. Regardless, whether an event is in person or virtual, whether it’s a meeting, presentation, or conference you might think you have little control over what you take away from the event. [...]

I’ve shared  a lot on networking but today I want to concentrate on what to do at a networking event to make it your most productive use of your time and take advantage of the opportunities presented. What to Do at a Networking Event Come Prepared Do you have a notepad, business cards, attendee list, [...]

Are you a networker or a faker? Do you classify people at networking events? You may place people in categories by industry and knowledge, but I’ll wager there’s another category you may not consciously consider—are they real or phony? This division supersedes all others. Think about it, you don’t want to waste time with a [...]

You don't have to network alone. It's easy for me because I’m an extrovert. If there's such a thing as an extra-extrovert—it’s me. I draw energy from being with others. When I present or perform, the bigger the audience, the better, and when I go to networking events—I’m not shy. If you’re like me and [...]

What if I told you there’s a collection of people, who could be your best networking group, and they’re right under your nose, would you want to know more? They want to see you succeed. They want to help. They've helped when you haven’t even asked for help. The trouble is you’re not consistently networking [...]