Know the people you don’t know, but want to know. Analyze your relationship map. Is there a specific person or type of person you would enjoy meeting? Perhaps an industry expert who is knowledgeable in the area of selling into the Fortune 100? Or maybe the head of procurement at …
Pay attention to dress code announcements on invitations. If it is not listed, ask when RSVP’ing. It is never a silly question. Gentlemen: business casual does not mean golf course attire, and ladies: every skirt is not the right skirt for a business event. You can always dress professionally, even …
Win people over with your enthusiasm for your product or service. Leave a lasting impression by telling a story about why you were inspired to create your company. Talking about what you enjoy is often contagious, too. When you get other people to share their passion, it creates a memorable …
Ask open-ended questions. This is a great technique for anyone who dislikes the repetitive small talk associated with meeting people the first time. The goal here is to always ask people questions that can’t be answered with a simple yes or no. Choose questions that require an in-depth answer, like, …
Be Yourself. Never try to be someone you are not. People respond more favorably to those they trust and building positive relationships based on honesty and integrity can go a long way. When you are sincere and open about your intentions people will be more willing to help you become …
Go beyond your industry. Connect with people on a variety of levels from a wide range of areas. By growing your network outside of the usual areas you will be more valuable to people that are in your immediate industry. The people you work with have personalities and multiple interests, …
Minuteman Press wants to make the process of doing business with them easy as possible. Even when they close their doors for the day, they’re still ready to help you. When it comes to business communications services, Minuteman Press can do it all. With a complete range of products and …
You’re invited to join the fun in a studio audience for an exciting – and FREE – “behind the scenes” Hollywood experience. The shows that Audiences Unlimited represent are produced at studios in the Los Angeles area. Tickets are released for most shows starting 30 days prior to show date. …
More than 400 people are expected to attend 1st annual SGV Multi-City Mixer networking event and party co-hosted by Pasadena with the South Pasadena, Temple City, San Gabriel, Rosemead, El Monte/South El Monte, La Canada Flintridge and Altadena Chambers. Please join Chamber of Commerce members from Pasadena and neighboring cities …
The Pop-Up Business Showcase is a brand-new boutique expo focused on small business connections, value, and resources. It combines a limited capacity table-top expo with an educational component and a traditional mixer. This event includes an educational session on small business finance; a networking mixer with beverages, light bites, and interactive opportunities …
