by Sophie Jewry | Nov 21, 2013 | Business, Networking
I learned early on that if I was running a networking meeting then in all likelihood someone’s mobile would go off at some point and so I very quickly began reminding people at the start to switch them off or to silent. It’s good practice to get in a habit...
by Sophie Jewry | Aug 24, 2013 | Business, Networking
It’s pretty obvious when someone is going through the motions when you’re speaking to them, not listening to a word you’re saying and it’s never a big confidence boost. Yet it doesn’t take much effort to tune in and actually hold a...
by Sophie Jewry | Aug 21, 2013 | Business, Networking
This is particularly relevant if you are an active networker and attending a number of meetings regularly. Networking can be an amazing, fast track way to get more business but it can also be a waste of time if, at every meeting, you just talk the day away with people...
by Sophie Jewry | Aug 19, 2013 | Business, Networking
Now this is a hugely important part of your marketing strategy and is equally important when networking, especially when you have an opportunity to pitch your business to the room. When it comes to making a sale all potential customers want to know ‘what’s...
by Sophie Jewry | Aug 17, 2013 | Business, Networking
I’ve done a lot of networking over the years and have always found it to be very much a give and take environment, especially at those groups where you have regular attendance. Sometimes someone else needs help and sometimes I do. What’s nice to know is...