"…be yourself! It’s the most unique thing you bring to the table." — Joya Dass
Founder & President, GlamourGals Foundation, Inc
A: I think for the college student it is taking advantage of every speaker or special event your school offers or for the professional, going to that event or party that you know no one at. I attended an entrepreneurship conference at school and a professor was asking me to explain what I do in between the seminars. It turns ... READ MORE »
CEO, Marina Maher Communications
A: One of the core principles at MMC is attracting and retaining world-class talent. I’ve used networking very successfully to attract great senior leaders at MMC. Seven or eight years ago, MMC was looking to build a healthcare practice. The agency’s background at the time was only in consumer marketing so there wasn’t even anyone on my radar that I wanted ... READ MORE »
President, Echoing Green
A: First, be prepared. Any time you attend an event or conference, know who’s in the room beforehand. Set a goal of meeting three people who’ve been on your radar. Even think about reaching out to them in advance to set time to talk. Second, create the conditions that will make you most successful. If you’re shy, think about attending the ... READ MORE »
TV Anchor & Producer, Avenue Media
A: Go to things in the right frame of mind. Even if you’re feeling off (and everyone has off days), remind yourself of WHY you’re going. Always remember, whether it’s a date, the gym, etc., showing up is 50% of the battle. SHOW UP! Keep true to the commitment you made to yourself to further whatever goal you have. Be fearless about ... READ MORE »
Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer, Harboring Hearts
A: It didn’t take me long after co-founding Harboring Hearts to realize how important networking is! The best tip I could give would be to be fearless. Open your mouth and speak to whoever you can! Often that is the hardest part – taking the first step to start a conversation with somebody. The second tip is to realize why you’re ... READ MORE »
Visual Artist, Writer & Certified Yoga Teacher, Susanna Harwood Rubin
A: Social Networking has transformed my career in the past couple of years. Through blogging and using Facebook, I have been getting recognition for my writing, which has absolutely shifted my position in the yoga world. I am beginning to be invited to teach in more places nationally and internationally, and people are inviting me to speak and to write for ... READ MORE »