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Comment by Donald Phillips on January 3, 2009 at 9:14am

This group has a lot of potential and I want to be a part of it.

The digital revolution is here!

Don

www.DonaldPhillips.name

Comment by Donald Phillips on January 27, 2009 at 6:56am

Networking Icebreakers


Do you love networking or is it something you force yourself to do because you know you must to build your business?

When you go to a networking event, how much time do you spend speaking with people you know vs. meeting new people?

Are you hoping new, potential clients will walk up to you and initiate a conversation? Think about how difficult it is for you to introduce yourself to a stranger.

This week's TIP of the WEEK is a list of ice breakers to help you start meaningful conversations with potential clients and partners when out networking. If you want to make the most out of your networking, be the person who starts the conversation. Challenge yourself to spend twice as much time speaking to those you don't know than those you do.

1.
What got you started in this business/industry?
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What separates you and your firm from the competition?
3.
What one thing would you do if you knew you could not fail?
4.
Describe the strangest thing that has ever happened to you in your business.
5.
What is your biggest challenge in business?
6.
What advice would you give someone just starting out in your business? \
7.
What do you enjoy most about your profession?

Effective networking involves listening, not telling. So, ask people about their business instead of telling them about yours.

Comment by Ahmed on February 23, 2009 at 9:37am

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Comment by Donald Phillips on February 23, 2009 at 9:01pm

5 P's for a Strong Business

Remember when you were a child and told to mind your p's and q's? Well, here are 5 P's to keep in mind when doing business and good results are sure to follow.

Prompt – How quickly do you get back to your customers and prospects with information they need? Are you on time with your appointments? How fast is your follow up?

Polite – Are you polite in every situation? Do you politely listen when others are speaking?

Proud – Are you proud of the work you do? If so, your Passion will shine through and people will want to do business with you. Yes, I slipped in an extra P.

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