Stop Being a Cave Dweller

Tip 12 - Stop Being a Cave Dweller
(from the book 29% Solution by Dr Ivan Misner & Michelle Donovan)

A "cave-dweller" is defined as "someone who remains in one of several confined spaces for the duration of an entire business day, day after day." It limits your connections to a small, unchanging group of people. For someone who wants to grow and network a business, a closed network is a recipe for disaster. Stepping out of your cave could be the first step in moving in the direction of the 29% of effective networkers.

"Ability is what you're capable of, motivation determines what you do and attitude determines how well you do it." - College Football Coach, Lou Holtz

Your action for today is to bring the best attitude to your activities today regardless of how you feel.

Good referral for me would be a Chamber of Commerce looking for a speaker to help their membership grow and improve retention

Talk to Your Family

Tip 11 - Talk to Your Family

(from the book 29% Solution by Dr Ivan Misner & Michelle Donovan)

They understand the core of who we are & what life dealt us to create who we are today. They support our endeavors & celebrate our success. They're often our biggest fans. So why don't we leverage our biggest fans to help network our business? Help your family members with the resources in your network: it not only makes you feel good, but helps to establish you as the "go-to" person in the family whenever there's a need.

"There aren't any rules to success that will work unless you do." - Unknown

Your action for today is to put in a little extra effort in an area where you would like to enjoy more success.

Good referral for me would be a Chamber of Commerce looking for a speaker to help their membership grow and improve retention

Reconnect with People from the Past

Tip 10 - Reconnect with People from the Past

(from the book 29% Solution by Dr Ivan Misner & Michelle Donovan)

It's time they knew more about what's going on in your business, because you never know who they might know and how they might be able to help you. But there's a key point to remember: always offer them something in return for their help. One-sided relationships don't last long. The more people you tell about what's going on in your business, the more positive buzz it'll create on you behalf!

"Our lives improve only when we take chances - and the first and most difficult risk we can take is to be honest with ourselves." - Editor, Walter Anderson

Your action for today is to think about one positive thing you can do about something that is not working in your life.

Meet the RIGHT People

Tip 9 - Meet the RIGHT People

(from the book 29% Solution by Dr Ivan Misner & Michelle Donovan)

Effective networking is not simply about meeting a lot of people; it's about knowing the difference between a "contact" and a "connection". How well you know them and how well they know you is what really counts in building a powerful network. So, who are the right people to meet? Consider two types of individuals: those serving your preferred clients and those who have the potential to help you meet your business goals.

"A kind heart is a fountain of gladness, making everything in its vicinity freshen into smiles." - Author, Washington Irving

Your action for today is to be kind to a stranger and notice how it makes you feel.

Good referral for me this month would be an organisation that is looking for a motivational speaker on "How to build a pipeline of referrals for your business"