Now that technology has removed the barriers for connection and distribution, I don’t know about you, but I’m starting to branch out and connect with people all over the world. I sill believe that whenever possible, take your online relationships offline so as to build a deeper connection, but that doesn’t mean you can’t go to a conference in […]
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The College Life: How to save your social life
Exams, two-a-day coffees, and all-nighters; I hope the transition into “school mode” has finally hit you. But let me guess, something’s missing? Hmm what’s it called again? Oh right, a social life. With constant studying, who really has time? Well here’s the compromise: make school your social life! Who says going to school can’t be fun? […]
Does your Elevator Pitch match your Brand? By guest blogger, Tracey Rossignol
Does your Elevator Pitch match your Brand? By Guest Blogger: Tracey Rossignol Earlier in the summer I attended a Board of Trade event, geared to small business, with some great round table sessions. The round tables, after the lunch presentation, provided everyone an opportunity to introduce themselves, who they are and what they do. We […]
Building Your Personal Brand
Many of us think of networking as being time or place specific. We go to “networking events” after work, during breakfast, or over lunch and hand out our business card, hoping to make a connection. But, where networking actually begins is with building your personal brand. When it comes to professional development, nothing is more […]
Don’t be sloppy – The Art of the Business Card
Have you ever met someone and before you’ve even started chatting with them they are shoving their business card down your throat? Everybody has met this person and they obviously have not been taught any business card etiquette. It seems simple, right? After all its just a business card, but if this is your first […]
What makes a great “Elevator Pitch” by Guest Blogger, Jesse Bowness
Developing a Great Elevator Pitch Guest Blogger, Jesse Bowness “There are two pieces to business success that have been harped on a million times – now you can count 1,000,001 – the importance of a great elevator pitch and being visible in your network. I’m a rambunctious individual that thrives on change. The traits that […]
