Let’s be real, online networking is not real networking. I am not saying that it can’t be a useful tool; I am simply stating that real networking is about…
Posts from ‘April, 2009’
The $15,000 Question
I am convinced that some people have a knack for memorizing people’s names, and that I am not one of them. As a result of this belief, I used to be terrible at remembering people’s names. Then, several years ago I commented as much to a good friend who told me about the $15,000 question: [...]
Money, Wealth, and Relationships
On his Wealth blog this week Kenneth Klabunde wrote a must read article entitled Redefining Wealth. In the article he defines the intersection of wealth and relationships: “Sustainable wealth requires resources and relationships. Resources include our skills, knowledge, money and property. Relationships give purpose for these resources, and provide additional resources to complement our own.” It is [...]
Creating a Marketing Culture
Building a corporate culture that embraces marketing can be one of the most effective ways to achieve your company’s growth objectives. Companies that are successful in developing a marketing culture reap the benefits of strong work capture collaboration, cross-selling among departments, and active participation in the marketing process. By contrast, firms that do not have this culture often find…
Why Network
I am often asked “Why should I network” during training sessions on Networking. It is a simple question with an answer that can change the way you interact with others and the way you live your life. Below is a summary of my answer, the powerful truth of why you should network… “Networking is about [...]
The Washington Post vs. Bisnow
In an effort to reduce cost, the Washington Post recently made the decision to eliminate its business section. I must admit that I didn’t think this was a big deal until I received a note from Bisnow.com, a free Washington DC digital (e-mail) publication. The note stated that Bisnow is going to begin providing Business [...]
