Networking has a bad reputation as a forum for superficial small talk. Yet real networking is about establishing mutually beneficial, lasting connections, one person at a time. And with my modern approach to networking, even you can shine and thrive at a board meeting, convention, or free-floating cocktail party. The reason so many of us…
Networking doesn\’t have to be dry and forced if you don\’t want it to be. In fact, it can be even more valuable if you don\’t treat it that way. Below are six ways to make networking suck less. Be passionate and make it fun. Instead of trying to \”network,\” try to have fun, get…
Recently I was having a conversation with one of my daughters about what it takes to get ahead in life. It was a deep conversation, that as parents we are sometimes lucky enough to have with our children. After the conversation I found myself thinking about what it takes to get ahead in life and…