After training over 200+ professionals in the last 6 months on their networking skills, I noticed that there was a common theme to what people found hard to do when networking. This theme, went something like this: “how do I start and maintain an interesting conversation, whilst not being boring, but use this conversation to …
why every networker needs a credibility story (or two) Read More »
4 tips to get more from LinkedIn I’ve often heard variations of: I’m on LinkedIn and I keep getting lots of connection requests I’m on LinkedIn and I’m not really sure what to do next. I’m on LinkedIn and people I don’t know want to connect with me If you’ve also wondered this, keep reading. …
LinkedIn: What to do with all these connection requests? Read More »
I was asked to endorse someone on LinkedIn yesterday. Nothing unusual in that. However, I’d never worked with them, in any capacity, never known anyone who had worked with them. I’d only exchanged one or two tweets…. I also vaguely remember my suggestion, some time ago, to help strengthen his LinkedIn profile was not well …
In all honesty, I’m not quite sure how many seconds it takes for someone to form an often lasting first impression of you. All I know is the answer is not very many. Most people when they go out networking are used to checking their appearance before they leave. Well, if you are like me …
Don’t forget to check your appearance before you go out – both physically and virtually Read More »
I was reading an excellent article by Mark Lee on how accountants should choose their Twitter name. It also made me think a little further, and I would like to add some more thoughts to the article. Check your firm’s guidelines Before you merrily start chopping and changing your Twitter name, do check your firm’s guidelines …
8 ideas to help you blog more easily. Blogs help build new business, but many professionals are put off by not being sure of what to write or where to get the ideas from. How often have you heard comments like: “Writing is easy, thinking of ideas takes too long” “Where will I get ideas …
What should I write in my firm’s blog – and how do I decide what to write? Read More »
I run a group that trains Business Owners how to get invoiceable business from LinkedIn and often hear: “I spend lots of time on LinkedIn, but don’t seem to get much back for it” My response is: Know what you’re there for Have a plan to do that, and no more Set a timer when …
How to spend less time on LinkedIn – but still use it to build your own client portfolio Read More »
Handshakes are a sign of trust and help build strong relationships. As a busy professional, it is important that you make a memorable positive impression when you are out networking or meeting potential new clients.
