Networking Insight

Entrepreneurial Panel Discussion on 7/23 - Strategies to Accelerate Business Growth

Below is information regarding an upcoming panel discussion that I will be moderating.

In this panel discussion, hear first hand from a panel of successful entrepreneurs on how to build a more efficient business by using various strategies to dramatically accelerate business growth. 

After the discussion, guests will be able to participate in a Q&A session with the panelists. Open networking will take place before and after the panel discussion so you can interact with other entrepreneurs. 

Expert Panel: 

• Rick Mazursky, President, The Executives Profit 
• Murrel Karsh, President, Windy City Fieldhouse
• Jim Klein, Director of Sales, Sales Results, Inc. 

Moderator: Jason Jacobsohn - AEGIS Professional Services 

Title: Strategies to Accelerate Business Growth 

Date: July 23, 2010 

Time: 8:30-10:00 a.m. 

Location: 120 N. LaSalle Street, 11th Floor Conference Room, Chicago 

Registration: $20 (includes continental breakfast) 

Sponsors: The Executives Profit and American Chartered Bank 

Contact: Andrea at 847-317-9296 or andrea@theexecutivesprofit.com 

For more information and to register, go to The Executives Profit.

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How Does Facebook Help Divorce Attorneys?

According to the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers, "81% of its members have been involved with cases using social networking evidence." Apparently, divorce attorneys are finding good evidence on Facebook such as suggestive pictures. Not that cheating on your spouse is the right thing to do but why post pictures and other information that will get you caught? 

A good rule of thumb is to never post anything on these sites that you don't want others to see. Unfortunately, many people don't follow this guideline. What do you think?

To read more, go to Facebooking your way to Divorce!

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Why Should You Care What Others Think?

At some point in our life, we tend to not care as much about what others think about us. Generally, this is true for family, friends, and strangers. However, your reputation and image is very important in business circles. So, you should care about what others think in these circles.

At all times, you should act professional and courteous to others who you interact with at networking events and those who you are introduced to by your network.  In addition, your appearance should be professional and appropriate in every situation.  You will get judged in the first few seconds of each encounter so make sure that you are seen favorably.

If people don’t think too highly of you, then it will get around to others in your circle. Once this happens, you will have a much harder time building relationships and conducting business. You don’t want to hurt your credibility so make sure that you are thought of in a positive light by others. 

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Ten Reasons the Holidays are Vital to Your Relationship Building

Even though the holidays are a time away from business and a chance to unwind, your relationship building thoughts and activities should not end. Below are ten reasons as to why the holidays are still important for your network.

1. Opportunity to reconnect with family and friends

2. Time to catch up on emails with your network and wish them a happy holidays

3. Time to reflect on your activities so far

4. Time to put a new or revised plan in place to build relationships

5. Opportunity to review upcoming events and decide on which ones to attend

6. Opportunity to write blog posts and articles to show your continued expertise

7. Time to read books and magazines to update your knowledge on various subjects

8. Chance to talk to people in a social environment

9. Chance to plan who you want to reach out to the days following the holiday

10. Chance to unwind, recharge, and get ready for the days following the holiday

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