The Extra Mile 4.2
 
2009

Essential Business Networking Techniques

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Did You Know - 70% on average of new business is gained through referrals or relationship marketing, and not only that, it is one of the most cost-effective ways of building your business.
 
You may already have spent considerable time, effort and money on other marketing methods such as advertising or direct mailing with little or no return.
 
Or perhaps you have tried cold-calling with little to show for your efforts leaving you feeling demoralized and no further forward.
 
I am a passionate networker - my entire business has grown through networking and every day new opportunities present themselves. I now want to help you reap the rewards of becoming a first class networker and share the secrets of networking by providing you with a comprehensive range of resources.
 
Some of the types of group available:
 
Private membership clubs which meet regularly eg. Business For Breakfast, BNI (Business Networking International)
 
Open events with no membership fees
Industry specific groups
Women and men-only groups
On-line groups e.g. Ecademy, Linked-in and Viadeo
Breakfast, lunch time and evening groups

This weeks selected groups:
 
BNI International-One of the most effective word-of-mouth groups. www.bni.com
 
Wausau Chamber of Commerce Leads Groups-Great opportunity to build relationships and generate leads. www.wausauchamber.com
 
WBN-Wausau Business Networking
Relationship Networking Environment
 
Women's Executive Luncheon: Wonderful networking opportunity with guest speakers for education. www.wausauchamber.com 
 
Online Networks & Education:
 
Business Social Network
Join PartnerUp Today, A Free Social Network for Entrepreneurs.
 
Dale Carnegie's Free Tips
Learn key communication skills from our booklet. Free download!
 
Business Networking Group
Join An Innovative Networking Group Find New Referrals and Clients.
www.VentureStreet.com

No two networking groups are the same - some have less than 10 people, some over 100, some have a structured, rigid agenda while others are just an informal gathering. Different groups will have their own aims and culture. Even two groups running to the same agenda will be different depending on who is attending, determining the dynamics within the group.


I will continue to investigate different avenues for networking and bring my results to you each week.  If anyone has experienced a great networking group please share the information and I will list it in the Extra Mile.
 
Jenn
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The very essence of leadership is that you have to have vision. You can't blow an uncertain trumpet.
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Christian Business Networking Organizations
If you are a Christian you may like to be reassured that you are doing business with people who share your values and ethics. You may also wish your own business activities to be aligned to a higher purpose and being part of a Christian network may also help provide a framework to help you to achieve this.
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Tip of the week:
 
"The man who goes the farthest is generally the one who is willing to do and dare. The sure-thing boat never gets from shore."
- Dale Carnegie
In life you must be willing to take chances in order to achieve your goals. When taking chances, do so with conviction. Belief in yourself is a prerequisite to the leadership of others. People follow those they've come to respect. Here are some tips as to how to develop the skills of a leader:
Be assertive when speaking with others, not aggressive
 
Ask questions instead of giving direct orders
 
Control the situations in your life instead of letting them control you
 
Speak up on behalf of your ideas before someone else willingly does so for you

 
 
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I wanted to say a heartfelt thank you to all who said prayers for my father prior to his surgery!  He is doing well and on the mend.  He was in surgery 8 hours Wednesday and had two major operations, 4 bypasses in his heart and two aortic aneurysms removed.  He is truly a miracle!  Thank you so very much for all your thoughts and prayers. 
 
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