73: How to hold networking conversations

Readers in other sectors like financial services, energy, retail, automotive etc., make a massive mistake when looking at the technology strategy study training we have up on the site. They assume that the study will not train them about corporate strategy since it is about corpo ...  Show more

Young consultants make some very common mistakes when they start out, and I explain how to use the strategy insight ratio to correct these problems. Here are some free gifts for you: Overall Approach Used in Well-Managed Strategy Studies free download: www.firmsconsulting.com/Ove ...  Show more

Many people have the impression that when you attend a business-oriented networking event, you should only talk about business. In reality, if you only show your business side, you are missing out on the true power of your network (and probably aren’t making great connections, ei ...  Show more

Many professionals are turned off by the idea of “networking.” They think it’s about slimey glad-handing and using others to get ahead. But when pursued with an eye toward leveraging your skills and experiences to help other people succeed, building a professional network becomes ...  Show more

How do you make better life decisions? By becoming world class at tapping the brains of the people in your network. Your network is a source of constant, customized information that helps you make wise decisions, both large and small. On this episode of the Startup of You Podcast ...  Show more

An ambitious leader knows she’ll need to network to achieve her career goals. But, to her, networking feels slimy, so she asks her coach for help. Some core concepts from this episode:The purpose of networking is to know people.Don’t target people. Nurture a relationship.Make net ...  Show more