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Should You Barter?
During difficult times, many small business owners turn to bartering as a way to exchange products and/or services with other business owners without exchanging cash. While this can be advantageous for both parties if done correctly, there are a few things you should consider in advance:
1. Do you REALLY need the product / service?
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Networking Success Secret: Flawless Follow-Up!
Do the following scenarios sound familiar?
• You meet someone at a networking event who may be a potential client or good referral partner. You exchange cards and eventually head home. Two weeks later you discover his business card in a pile on your desk and wonder if it’s too late to contact him.
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Tips for Networking Success!
Over the last year, I noticed a dramatic increase in the number of networking groups and events, as well as an increase in the number of people using networking as a way to grow their businesses. During networking events, I observed people who were not prepared, not using their time effectively, and even coming and - Continue Reading
A Lesson from Scott’s Kitchen Catastrophe
A few days ago, I decided to make a quiche for dinner. Although this might not seem like a monumental task for you, I have been told that I am “cooking challenged.” I must now admit, there could be some truth in that.
After looking up an easy quiche recipe and going food shopping, I was ready to go. I wanted it to be special, so I added some extra ingredients… okay, maybe a lot of extras! When I put the quiche into the oven, it seemed a bit full but I didn’t give it much thought. After all, what could possibly go wrong? I soon found out!
As the quiche heated up, the filling started to overflow. Burnt quiche IS NOT a nice smell. I quickly grabbed some foil and put a makeshift spill-catcher on the lower rack. Although this helped, the initial spillage continued to burn as the quiche cooked. I opened all the windows and doors in the house and removed my spill-catcher when the quiche set. At the end of the process, this is what I was left with… – Continue Reading