It probably happened around Valentine’s Day in first grade for many of us – we became more aware of the people in our world – our family and our classroom – and we were prompted to send them a nice card, a valentine. For Relationship Marketing Specialist Janice Porter, every day is Valentine’s Day. She has made a business out of showing busy professionals how to build and grow a network efficiently by cultivating and nurturing relationships, which has translated into more business success for … [Read more...] about Building, Maintaining Business Relationships through Connections
Networking
The Importance of the Age-Old Business Card
Business cards are important for people in business. Don’t make the mistake of poo-pooing them as old school and outdated. Cards are a seemingly small piece of the business puzzle, but a key ingredient to successful business networking. Many young people view the business card as a relic from the past and unnecessary. Others know the value of cards but forget to carry them. Before going out, reload your wallet with as many as you can fit. Business cards are an extension of you and your … [Read more...] about The Importance of the Age-Old Business Card
Businesses Trading Hotel Rooms, Printing, Flowers
Imagine that a museum needs $1,000 worth of printing done. If the museum is a member of the Value Card Alliance (VCA), it could contribute $1,000 worth of memberships to the network and VCA would find a printer in the system to get the job done. In return, the printer would receive a $1,000 credit with VCA, to be used for services that another VCA member provides. The printer is not limited to whatever is offered by the museum, but can choose from anything within the network across the country. … [Read more...] about Businesses Trading Hotel Rooms, Printing, Flowers
Be the Yoda of Networking
During a recent CEO Peer Group meeting, one of my CEOs asked if I knew anyone who could help with some specialty financing and leasing programs. I mentioned that I did and would make an introduction. Another member who happens to be a Paul too said, “We now refer to you as the Yoda of business networking and contacts.” I’ve been called lots of things during my career but this has to be one of my all-time favorites. While I have no plans to carry a light saber or wear a robe during the day, I … [Read more...] about Be the Yoda of Networking
Sedona Networking Event
Mar. 8 at 7:30 a.m. Sedona Chamber of Commerce presents: Good Morning Sedona Networking Breakfast at Los Abrigados. Breakfast is included in addition to a jam packed morning with valuable networking and business tips. Doors open at 8:00. For more information, contact the Sedona Chamber of Commerce. … [Read more...] about Sedona Networking Event
Power Networking Breakfast
May 17 Join more than 120 local business professionals for a power networking event at Little America. 7:30-9:15 a.m Be prepared to make a great first impression with other business owners. Bring at least 32 business cards. Space is limited. Contact the Flagstaff Chamber of Commerce for more information. … [Read more...] about Power Networking Breakfast
Entrepreneurial Networking Opportunity
April 27 Coffee and Start-Ups: Campus Coffee Bean, 9:00 a.m. 10:30 a.m. Join in casual conversations between current and potential entrepreneurs plus business assistance providers from Northern Arizona at Coffee and Start-ups. Coffee and Start-ups meets the last Friday of every month at coffee shops throughout Flagstaff, AZ. Event is free and open to the public. No registration required. … [Read more...] about Entrepreneurial Networking Opportunity
Deciding Whether to Invest in Social Media
Since social media is still so new, it can be hard to find good statistics on the return of investment, and that makes some business owners wary about sinking time and money into the endeavor. However, there are countless stories of very successful social marketing campaigns. Whether reviewing the small local pizza company in Chicago who gets over 50 percent of their business from Twitter, or a presidential campaign that earns large donations via Facebook, it is hard to dismiss the new … [Read more...] about Deciding Whether to Invest in Social Media
FIBA Networking
Apr. 18 FIBA Super-networking business meeting at 5:30 p.m. This event will be held at the Flagstaff Sports Exchange. Bring your business cards & brochures for efficient, friendly 1:1 networking - meet everyone in the room in a relaxed atmostphere. Light refreshments included. $10 for not-yet-FiBA-members, free for all members of all categories and their staff! BUSINESS OWNERS! WANT TO DONATE A DOOR PRIZE FOR THE MEETING? Let us know! Email debbie@flagstaffiba.com or … [Read more...] about FIBA Networking
Sedona Monthly Networking Mixer
Mar. 22 Mixer will be held at the Oakcreek Country Club & Redstone Restaurant 690 Bell Rock Blvd, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Each mixer is held at a different venue each month to showcase that member's faculties/services. Twice a year we hold a "food drive" mixer to benefit the Sedona Community Food Bank and we ask that each attendee bring at least 3 non-perishable items in lieu of the entry fee. Also twice a year, mixers are held trade-show style. This allows our members the opportunity to … [Read more...] about Sedona Monthly Networking Mixer
