Monthly Archives: June 2011

5 Ways to Begin Networking

I’ve been rambling on and on about networking for months (YEARS!) now… and I just realized… networking can be a dirty word to some.  Because I studied business in college, I was taught how to network.  (I was actually TAUGHT how to shake hands with people.) It’s always had a very positive connotation to me....

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5 Topics Of Discussion When Meeting With A Wedding Pro

When meeting with another wedding pro, either at a networking event or out for coffee, what exactly should one talk about? If you’re new to networking and a little nervous, here are my 5 favorite questions to ask and topics to discuss: 1. Start with the PERSON It’s odd to just launch right into business,...

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Networking Chatter

Last month I wrote about how your energy impacts your sales.  If you are exuding negative energy it is going to have a negative impact on your business.  I also talked about how to turn negative energy into positive energy.  Today, let’s discuss what you talk about whilst networking.  Thursday Therapy Chicago is launching this...

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A Year Ago Today: Cash is KING

This time last year, we delved into the topic of cash: mistakes to avoid, six ways to achieve healthy cash flow, and planning your cash flow projection. An interview with entrepreneur, Lisa Hackman Freda, of Sweet Grace Cake Designs, was the cherry to top off our week. My Cash Flow Mistakes There is one thing...

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Meet the Hosts: Thursday Therapy Chicago

I’d like you to meet the hosts of Thursday Therapy in Chicago!  Thursday Therapy is a fun networking event for wedding pros to meet, mingle, share. (You can read about it here.) Joan Cinquegrani, owner of Five Grain Events, and Kelly Marie Uss, owner of Fleur Inc. are the hosts for the Chicago area.  When...

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