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Masterminding

posted on April 5, 2010

Mastermind groups are one of the most powerful ways to network you'll ever experience. In fact you get a very small taste of this effect at our NetStorming events, which I will occasionally refer to as speed masterminding events. Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Networking with the Unemployed

posted on March 28, 2010

About a month ago I started a discussion on the NetworkInAustin.com LinkedIn group where I asked: "Is networking in Austin different than networking in other cities?" There were a string of great comments, but the conversation took a turn when Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Progress Not Perfection

posted on March 21, 2010

I thought I had a plan for this post, but as I look at the title I realize that it applies to nearly everything. Too often we don't take a first step because we're afraid we won't be good enough or that the results won't be perfect. Heck, it's nearly the end of March. When was the last time you looked at your New Year's Resolutions or Goals? Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Neglected Network

posted on March 12, 2010

Question: I’ve somewhat neglected my network over the last few years due to new responsibilities at my company, illness & death in the family.  My work schedule does not permit me to attend networking meetings as often as I have in the past.  1)What is the best way to refresh past contacts? 2) What is the best way to keep all contacts fresh going forward? Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Networking Goals for Meetings and Events

posted on March 8, 2010

When you attend a networking event do you have a goal? Do you know when you're successful and when you're not?Before you walk in the door of your next event give some thought to what you'd like to accomplish. What will make attending this event a really productive use of your time? Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Paid Networking Groups vs. Free Groups

posted on February 28, 2010

This week's question comes from David Kassin Fried (www.dkfwriting.com): Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Nominate People for Stuff

posted on February 22, 2010

Looking for an easy way to add value for someone in your network? Nominate them for something!There's simply no shortage of awards, events and other honors that are looking for great nominees. The recognition you can bring a friend simply by nominating them is considerable, and who knows. They might even win! Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Your Networking Questions

posted on February 16, 2010

At least once a week I write a new blog post with some type of networking observation or tip that I then share with you in the Weekly Referral Newsletter. Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Be a Connector

posted on February 7, 2010

I can't believe that in nearly 5 years of blogging I've not yet written about being a connector. I guess it's never too late to start.All of the great networkers I know are also great connectors. Connecting is probably the highest impact thing a networker can do, and it takes so little effort.So how does one become a connector? Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram

Beyond Personal Branding: Selling Yourself

posted on January 26, 2010

Just so we're crystal clear I'm not talking about prostitution here!What I'm talking about is what you do personally to sell yourself. Whether you're a consultant, a speaker, looking to advance your career or land your next job you're going to have to sell yourself. Even if you've got an incredible network who made the perfect referral and got you in the door as the best and only solution it's still going to be up to YOU to close the deal. Read more »

Author: Scott Ingram