Block Out Time for Networking

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

Tip 2 - Block Out Time to Network

There are four steps to changing a behavior: want it, learnt it, try it, and live it. For most of us, advertising won't produce enough new business to keep us going indefinitely. Networking, if done strategically and exceptionally well, has the potential to generate all of your new business by word of mouth. It is ultimately about generating referrals over time for your company. The time & energy you spend on networking are part of your sales & marketing program. Set aside the time necessary to be successful.


"To some will come a time when change itself is beauty, if not heaven." - Poet, Edwin Arlington Robinson

Your action for today is to think of something you've been meaning to change and take a step toward doing so.

Set Networking Goals

This time of year see's many people making New Years resolution for themselves - You know - Spend more time with their family, Lose a few pounds or just simply to Work less and I was no different. My New Years resolution this year - 'To have FUN & To work smarter - not harder'. For me that means not trying to reinvent the wheel, especially when I am fortunate to have so many fantastic people and resources in my life.

So whilst "That Referral Guy" will put together the newsletter, all the tips have come from the book 29% Solution by Dr Ivan Misner & Michelle Donovan

Tip 1 - Set Networking Goals

Each goal you create should be SMART: Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Relevant and Timed with a deadline.

S - Clearly defined with parameters
M - have some quantifiable way to measure progress
A - within reach
R - so you will be motivated to accomplish it
T - so you won't lose your focus and your desire.

"Being considerate of others will take you further in life than a college degree." - Author, Marian Wright Edelman

Your action for today is to focus on driving your vehicle in a very considerate manner.

Why & How you can use "Twitter" to promote your business

I would like to thank Tim Callcott (Icon Business Consultant) for sharing the best article I have read about Twitter- What is it and how you can use it to promote you and your business. Simply click the below link you will see what I mean. It is a short and simple article to read - No geek stuff.

I started using Twitter straight after reading the article. The best part was that I knew what I was trying to achieve and why. I trust you enjoy the article as much as I did. "Twitter".

If you have not consciously made the decision to be rich, excellent and healthy, then you have unconsciously made the decision to be poor, mediocre and unhealthy - Author, Wallace D. Wattles

Your action for today is to consciously do something extratowards obtaining one of the qualities you desire in yourlife.