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Shoestring Marketing Strategies – How to Make the Most of Your Daily Interactions

Sue Clement — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 02:45:24 +0000

Marketing on a shoestring budget can take a bit of thinking… But once you get the hang of it, you’ll find that you can get a lot of mileage out of very little extra effort. Full Article

Business Payola – Keeping Your Referral Partners Motivated

Sue Clement — Sun, 21 Aug 2011 02:38:18 +0000

When you get a referral, you may wonder what you can do to inspire the referral source to refer even more people to you. You’d think it would help if you rewarded them. And to a point that’s true. However, getting this one right can be trickier than it seems. Full Article

How to Get New Clients in 2011

Sue Clement — Wed, 11 May 2011 20:28:24 +0000

The last two years have been a real challenge when it came to getting new clients. A lot of people were pinching their pennies. But the purse strings have loosened up again, and in order to get some of that newly circulating money, you want to get out there fast if you want to get new clients before they go to the competition.. Full Article

Smart Goal Setting – Set Goals for Marketing Your Business Effectively and Growing Your Profits

Sue Clement — Wed, 11 May 2011 20:14:54 +0000

Summer is rapidly approaching! So how have you been doing with marketing your business and growing your profits? Chances are that some smart goal setting will accelerate your progress, whether or not you’re on track. Full Article

Business Success Strategies: How to Be Lucky in Business (And Not Just on St. Patrick’s Day)

Sue Clement — Thu, 17 Mar 2011 10:18:45 +0000

One of my favorite business success strategies sayings is “Luck is what happens when preparation meets opportunity.” Since it’s Saint Patrick’s Day today, I wish that quote had been by someone Irish, but it’s in fact by Seneca, a Roman philosopher who lived in the first century AD. But since everyone can be Irish for a day today, why not make Seneca a temporary honorary Irishman too. Full Article

Getting More New Clients and Referrals – Discover The Key to Making the Right Connections

Sue Clement — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 05:42:51 +0000

You want more new clients. And you’ve been networking like crazy. But in spite of all that activity, your efforts at getting more referrals have not been very successful. Let’s take a look at the most important key to making the right connections and finding the right referral partners and clients. Full Article

Get Better Leads – How to Evaluate Your Referral Relationships And Get Better Referrals

Sue Clement — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 05:35:44 +0000

Would you like more leads and referrals? How about better referrals? Full Article

Clone Your Favorite Clients – 12 Questions That Can Get You More of Your Ideal Clients

Sue Clement — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 04:53:06 +0000

Think about your favorite clients… Don’t you wish you could clone them? Well, you can, at least sort of. Read on to discover what you can do to get many more clients just like the ones you like best. Full Article

How to Make Time for Marketing – Five Easy Ways to Market Your Business More Effectively (And in Less Time)

Sue Clement — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:42:05 +0000

Do you feel you just don’t have enough time for marketing? Yo’re not alone. Still… if you’ve been skimping in that area, it’s time to get back into the swing and get your marketing ramped up… especially if you want to grow your business! Full Article

Business Networking Events — How to Decide Which Networking Event or Group Works Best for You?

Sue Clement — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:29:41 +0000

Do you sometimes feel like you’re networking too much – bopping from one event to another, hoping to make that “right” connection… or a sale? Well, successful networking is more than attending a dozen events every month. Instead just pick a few that you can commit to and then invest your time to leverage it fully. The question, of course, is how to pick the right networking groups and events. Full Article

New Year’s Resolutions Revisited – 7 Questions To Help You Get What You Want in 2011

Sue Clement — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:17:36 +0000

Each year, many of us go through that same old annual ritual — we make New Year’s Resolutions. And as the weeks tick by in January and February, there’s the second ritual: We break them faster than we made them. This year, why not do something different, and get set to grow your business! Full Article

Networking Success Tips for Holiday Gatherings [Don't Turn Into a Grinch!]

Sue Clement — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 19:21:39 +0000

It’s party time! You’re probably meeting a lot of new people at all those holiday events. And yes, there’s a way to make new connections without ruining the holiday spirit. Full Article

Business Networking Skills – Five Social Skills Tips That Are Key For Networking Success

Sue Clement — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:30:35 +0000

Networking skills are an absolute must for people who wants to grow their business. And the key is the word “skills.” Networking requires specific skills, and many of them are basically social skills. Read on for how you can improve your networking success by polishing your social skills. Full Article

Business Networking Success Strategies – What Do You Say When You’re Asked “What Do You Do?”

Sue Clement — Fri, 24 Sep 2010 21:17:52 +0000

I often coach clients on creating compelling networking introductions. Frequently the debate is, “Which is better: focusing on the pain or loss (as one of my clients phrased it “backing up the hearse”) or should you focus on the prospect’s aspirations or gains instead? “Which works best?” Full Article

How to Get Referral Partners – The Seven Key Steps to Referral Partner Success

Sue Clement — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 01:14:32 +0000

If you want more clients, you’ll find that building referral partner relationships can be the key to making that happen. After all, referrals are the best prospects you could possibly get. So why not get more of them. Full Article

Summer Marketing Secrets – How to Zoom Right Past Your Competitors

Sue Clement — Thu, 15 Jul 2010 00:55:14 +0000

Are you skimping on marketing during the summer? Sure, the heat can make us lazy, but don’t be fooled. The summer slump is a myth. Read on to discover why summer is the perfect time to move ahead of your competition. Full Article

What To Do At Your Next Networking Event

Ruth Hegarty — Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:41:29 +0000

As you gear up to reach your 2010 goals, take advantage of all the wonderful networking opportunities that exist at this time of year. Fear of not knowing the “right” things to do when networking is one of the top reasons people simply don’t participate in this extremely effective business strategy. Here is a brief guide to help you make your next networking event your best networking event. Full Article

How to Get Referral Partners Quickly? The Speedy Approach to Finding Targeted Referral Partners

Sue Clement — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:51:25 +0000

Referral partners are the key to getting referrals over and over again, and to growing your business practically on auto-pilot. The challenge is how to get them, though. There are many ways to slowly get to know people and grow relationships, but it can take time and skill. Serendipity may play a role as well. Full Article

How to Get New Clients – Seven Ways to Get New Clients Fast!

Sue Clement — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:37:04 +0000

Do you need some new clients — in a hurry? Usually, the party line is to preach patience and long-term thinking, but what if the bills are due now? Read on for a few strategies that can fill your bank account in a hurry: Full Article

Great Testimonials – The Perfect Thank You Gift For Work Well Done — And How To Write Them

Sue Clement — Sat, 21 Nov 2009 19:22:29 +0000

It’s the holiday season again, and as you reflect on everything that fills your heart with gratitude, you may also come across some people who have provided you with exceptional services, or who have otherwise helped you in your professional life. Full Article

Smart Women Have “Personal” Power

Joy Chudacoff — Tue, 13 Oct 2009 22:42:47 +0000

Do you have “personal” power? I’m not referring to the power that comes from material wealth or the ability to control people and situations. I’m referring to the kind of power that comes from within—the power that is authentic only to you. Women with “personal” power are secure in their own self-confidence and self-esteem. They are at peace with who they are at their core and they encourage others to be more of who they are. Women with “personal” power encourage others to show up in the world exactly as they are. Full Article

Smart Women, Subways and Asking

Joy Chudacoff — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 19:05:38 +0000

Recently, our family took a trip to the “Big Apple” where we met up with my parents for a special vacation. It was lots of fun and we created a memorable experience. When traveling to a new city, it’s exciting to think about all of the sights and adventures that you will experience. Knowing what you want to do is never a problem. The challenge is getting to where you want to go without getting lost. On our trip, we found ourselves making sure that we left the hotel with not one but two maps–one for the subway and one for the city. I laughed one afternoon as I looked around our hotel room. We had several maps lying around. It’s clear that we were afraid of getting lost! One of the great benefits of the trip was the people of NY. The locals were happy to help us when we lost our way. This got me thinking about how Smart Women know the value of getting good direction in their lives. Full Article

Business Card Essentials – Seven Power Business Card Etiquette Tips For Greater Networking Success

Sue Clement — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:34:31 +0000

Do your business cards really work for you? And are you using them effectively? Most business people wouldn’t dream of leaving home without them, and that is a good thing, since business cards are an essential tool for connecting with others — and making that connection stick. Full Article

Lunch Etiquette – How to Ace a Business Lunch

Sue Clement — Fri, 11 Sep 2009 15:26:17 +0000

“Let’s do lunch.” How often have you heard that phrase. And how often have you wondered if you are actually “doing lunch” correctly. Here are seven tips for acing that business lunch. Full Article

Shy? Hate to Sell? The Secret to Networking For Achieving Business Success Without the Hard Sell

Sue Clement — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:09:06 +0000

Are you shy? Do you hate to sell? Do you cringe every time you have to go to yet another networking event where you already know you’ll leave empty-handed? If so, read on to discover the soft-sell (and even no-sell) approach to marketing. Full Article

Reciprocal Referral Partners – How to Build the Most Common Type of Referral Partner Relationship

Sue Clement — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 23:00:27 +0000

Referral partners can really help you to increase your business — while you help them increase theirs. There are several types of referral partner relationships, and the most typical and obvious is the reciprocal type. Read on to discover how it works and where to find and nurture reciprocal referral partners. Full Article

6 Power Networking Strategies – Stop Gumball Networking & Make Real Connections For Lasting Success

Sue Clement — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 22:57:48 +0000

Are You a “Gumball Networker”? Gumball what? I’m sure you remember gumball machines, right? You put in a coin, turn the knob, and out pops a gumball. Well, if you go to networking events and expect to leave with a prospect or a client in your pocket, then you’re being a “Gumball Networker.” Full Article

Business Networking How-To – Five Ways of Helping Others That Will Increase Your Networking Success

Sue Clement — Mon, 24 Aug 2009 22:51:52 +0000

Networking events can be either a goldmine or a colossal waste of time. It all depends on how you approach them. Full Article

Referral Partner Success Secrets – How to Get More Referrals With Less Work Than You Ever Thought Possible

Sue Clement — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:21:48 +0000

Would you like to get more out of your networking time and efforts? Stop looking for prospects at networking events and start looking for referral partners instead. Full Article

Networking Secrets For Better Results – Five Ways to Build Your Networking Skill Set

Sue Clement — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:07:41 +0000

Are you networking like crazy but not quite getting the results you want? Maybe your skills could use a little tune-up. After all, being good at networking involves quite a few complex skills, and as with all skills, the more you practice them, the better you get. Read on for five tips that can dramatically increase your networking effectiveness. Full Article

Networking Success Secrets Revealed: The Five Key Strategies Of Master Networkers

Sue Clement — Tue, 31 Mar 2009 21:01:18 +0000

How can you become – and be – a master networker? Sure, some people seem to be born master networkers, but if you study what they do and how they approach networking, you can quickly become a master networker yourself. Here are five key facts of networking life that master networkers understand and live by. Full Article