Tag Archives: networking

It’s Not Me — It’s You

Posted on July 18, 2012 by

Why do we tend to blame ourselves first? I’m at an offsite workshop for a couple of days and yesterday a fellow participant mentioned to the group where he went to college. It happens to be an ACC school, something … Continue reading →

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A Simple Tip for Surviving Networking Events

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

Chit-chat, jibber-jabber, blah-blah-blah. Many of us feel awkward making so-called “small talk.” I know I do. Mitt Romney clearly does. It seems like an inescapable part of getting along in life, in the workplace, and at networking events. But it … Continue reading →

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The Secret to Being Irresistible at Parties

Posted on January 24, 2012 by

The key to being interesting is to take an interest in other people. Years ago I was at a party in New York where I didn’t really know anybody but my then-girlfriend. At some point we each went our own … Continue reading →

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