Via business coach and guest poster Diane Helbig of Seize This Day Coaching comes this terrific opportunity for entrepreneurs and business owners.
Communication: Can You Hear Me Now?
Part of the Small Business Success Seminar Series presented by The WECO Fund, Inc.
This FREE series is perfect for every small business owner who wants to do great things in and for their business. All attendees will receive a FREE copy of Diane Helbig’s book, Lemonade Stand Selling – a $14.95 value.
Don’t miss these FREE valuable, relevant workshops – register TODAY for one or more by emailing the WECO Fund office or by calling 216-458-0250 ext 215. Sponsored by City of Lakewood & Chancellor University.
This month, Tameka Taylor will be conducting a leadership workshop that will explore ways to communicate effectively despite differences in communication styles. Tameka is a partner and consultant of Compass Consulting Services, LLC located in Cleveland, Ohio. Visit Compass Consulting Services to learn more about her practice.
Two identical sessions will be held:
June 17 6:00-8:00pm
Chancellor University
3921 Chester Ave.
Cleveland OH 44114
(directions) (map)
Park in the back parking lot
June 30 8:30-10:30am
Lakewood City Hall Auditorium
16250 Detroit Avenue
Lakewood OH 44107 (map)
Park in the back parking lot, entrance on East side of building
Please RSVP email or by calling 216-458-0250 ext 215 so we have a headcount for the session.
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Greater Cleveland Business Networking Events
Professional networking doesn’t take a break for summer – it just moves outdoors!
Beachwood Chamber of Commerce Networking After Five
Tuesday, June 8, 2010, 05:00 PM – 07:00 PM
Red Lobster
3655 Orange Place
Beachwood (map)
Cost: Members: FREE; Nonmembers: $10. Cash bar. RSVPs very much appreciated. Call the Chamber at 216-831-0003 or email chamber@beachwood.org.
Twinsburg Connects Meeting
Tuesday, June 8, 05:00 PM – 08:00 PM
Mavis Winkles Irish Pub
8870 Darrow Road
Twinsburg, OH 44087-2178 (map)
(330) 405-9001
Free to attend. Call Tim Edgington for more information 330-425-1269.
Business After Hours
Sponsored by Hudson Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, June 9 5:00:00 PM – 6/9/2010 7:00:00 PM
Bitter’s Bones & Barley
5827 Darrow Rd.
Hudson, OH 44236 (map)
Hudson’s newest BBQ restaurant and sports bar hosts this after-hours networking session with the Hudson Chamber of Commerce. Free. Register at the Chamber website.
Hour of Power Speed Networking
Sponsored by AmSpirit Business Connections
Thursday, June 10 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM
Teresa’s Pizzeria Concord
7554 Crile Rd
Concord, OH 44077 (map)
Cost: $20
The newest fast, fun and face-to-face speed networking events are now being held at a restaurant near you! Reap the benefits of a structured ’switch’ networking hour that allows you to relay your Unique Selling Position face-to-face, practice your 30-Second Commercial, build your referral network, discover opportunities, hear innovative ideas, and be re-energized!
Registration is required. Chamber members enjoy a 50% registration discount (code ChamberMemberHOP). Attend Hour of Power Networking events and Leave Better Connected.
Eastside Referral Networking
Sponsored by Send Out Cards
Thursday June 10, 2010, 11:30AM – 01:00PM
Mayfield Village Civic Center
6622 Wilson Mills Rd
Mayfield, OH 44143 (map)
FREE Monthly Networking & Referral Luncheon. Registration and open networking starts at 11:30. Everyone will have the opportunity to give their “elevator speech” starting at noon, with more networking after.
Cleveland Professional 20/30 Networking Breakfast
Friday, June 11, 8:00AM-9:00AM
NEW location
Grumpy’s Cafe in Tremont
2621 W 14th Street
Cleveland Ohio 44113 (map)
Held every Friday and open to all. There is no cost to attend, but each member is asked to pay cash for his or her own breakfast to make checkout go smoothly. Call Brendan Hickey, Networking Director of the Club, at 216.407.1159 or email at networking@cleveland2030.org with questions.
Carnitas and Connections
Friday June 11, 2010, 11:00AM – 12:30PM
Chipotle Mexican Grill in Hudson, Ohio
5 Atterbury Blvd
Hudson, OH 44236 (map)
The Chipotle Networking Group presents this open networking opportunity for people with an appetite for growing their business, and also who enjoy a good burrito as well. Thirty second commercials from all attendees at 11:15AM, open networking before and after. No cost to attend.
Cleveland Professional 20/30 Happy Hour
Wednesday June 16, 2010, 5:00pm – 8:00 pm
24481 Detroit Road
Westlake, Ohio 44145 (map)
Saucy Bistro hosts the Professional 20/30 Club “Westside Happy Hour” every 3rd Wednesday of the Month. Members and nonmembers are welcome.
Smart Social Media presentation & Happy Hour presented by Rocky River Chamber of Commerce/Sponsored by ASAP Fitness
Thursday, June 17 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Beachcliff Tavern
19245 Detroit Road
Cleveland, OH (map)
(440) 333-4686
Presentation on business uses for social media starts at 4:00pm, followed by Happy Hour from 5:30pm-7:00pm. Free for Rocky River chamber members, $10 for non-members. See chamber website for more details. RSVP required by June 15, click HERE to email your RSVP or call the Chamber at or 440.331.1140.
A Noble Night Out, organized by Noble Financial Group
Thursday June 17, 2010, 05:30PM – 08:30PM
Corleone’s Ristorante & Bar
5669 Broadview Rd
Cleveland, OH 44134 (map)
Cleveland’s business professionals and small business owners are invited for an evening of opening networking. Price: $5 at the door.
Communication: Can You Hear Me Now?
Part of the Small Business Success Seminar Series presented by The WECO Fund, Inc.
June 17 6:00-8:00pm
Chancellor University
3921 Chester Ave.
Cleveland OH 44114
(directions) (map)
Park in the back parking lot
This FREE series is perfect for every small business owner who wants to do great things in and for their business. All attendees will receive a FREE copy of Diane Helbig’s book, Lemonade Stand Selling – a $14.95 value.
This month, Tameka Taylor will be conducting a leadership workshop that will explore ways to communicate effectively despite differences in communication styles. Tameka is a partner and consultant of Compass Consulting Services, LLC located in Cleveland, Ohio. Visit Compass Consulting Services to learn more about her practice.
Don’t miss these FREE valuable, relevant workshops – register TODAY for one or more by emailing the WECO Fund office or by calling 216-458-0250 ext 215. Sponsored by City of Lakewood & Chancellor University.
Cleveland Professional 20/30 Networking Breakfast
Friday, June 18, 8:00AM-9:00AM
NEW location
Grumpy’s Cafe in Tremont
2621 W 14th Street
Cleveland Ohio 44113 (map)
Held every Friday and open to all. There is no cost to attend, but each member is asked to pay cash for his or her own breakfast to make checkout go smoothly. Call Brendan Hickey, Networking Director of the Club, at 216.407.1159 or email at networking@cleveland2030.org with questions.
20th Annual Rocky River Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing
Monday, June 21
Avon Oaks Country Club
32300 Detroit Road, Avon (map)
Registration begins at 9:00am, shotgun start at 11:00am. Registration is required registration form – pdf). $150 registration fee.
Networking After Five presented by Beachwood Chamber of Commerce
Wednesday, June 23, 2010, 05:00 PM – 07:00 PM
Courtyard by Marriott
3695 Orange Place
Orange Village (map)
Cost: Free for Beachwood chamber members, $10 for nonmembers. RSVPs greatly appreciated. Call the Chamber at 216-831-0003 or email mail@beachwood.org.
Business After Hours
Sponsored by Sales and Marketing Executives of Cleveland
Thursday, June 24, 2010, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Rocky River Wine Bar
1313 Linda St.
Rocky River, OH (map)
Business After Hours are a great opportunity to meet new Sales and Marketing professionals in Northeast Ohio, make new business contacts and build relationships. There is no cost to attend and RSVP is not required. Fabulous appetizers will be provided and a cash bar will be available. Call 216.341.7632 for more information.
Networking Power Hours
Thursday June 24, 2010, 05:30PM – 08:30PM
Champps
5989 Canal Rd
Valley View, OH 44125 (map)
Open Networking for all Cleveland Area Professionals! Price: $5 at the door. Light appetizers provided.
Cleveland Professional 20/30 Networking Breakfast
Friday, June 25, 8:00AM-9:00AM
NEW location
Grumpy’s Cafe in Tremont
2621 W 14th Street
Cleveland Ohio 44113 (map)
Held every Friday and open to all. There is no cost to attend, but each member is asked to pay cash for his or her own breakfast to make checkout go smoothly. Call Brendan Hickey, Networking Director of the Club, at 216.407.1159 or email at networking@cleveland2030.org with questions.
Communication: Can You Hear Me Now?
Part of the Small Business Success Seminar Series presented by The WECO Fund, Inc.
June 30 8:30-10:30am
Lakewood City Hall Auditorium
16250 Detroit Avenue
Lakewood OH 44107 (map)
Park in the back parking lot, entrance on East side of building
This FREE series is perfect for every small business owner who wants to do great things in and for their business. All attendees will receive a FREE copy of Diane Helbig’s book, Lemonade Stand Selling – a $14.95 value.
This month, Tameka Taylor will be conducting a leadership workshop that will explore ways to communicate effectively despite differences in communication styles. Tameka is a partner and consultant of Compass Consulting Services, LLC located in Cleveland, Ohio. Visit Compass Consulting Services to learn more about her practice.
Don’t miss these FREE valuable, relevant workshops – register TODAY for one or more by emailing the WECO Fund office or by calling 216-458-0250 ext 215. Sponsored by City of Lakewood & Chancellor University.
July 2010
How to Network: In Person and Online
Tuesday, July 13, 6:30pm
Hudson Library and Historical Society
96 Library St.
Hudson, OH 44236 (map)
The Hudson Library is sponsoring a session to teach both in-person and online networking skills. Led by consultants Donald Wayne McLeod and Teresa Simons, the session is free, but registration is required. Call 330-653-6658, ext. 1010, or e-mail askus@hudson.lib.oh.us, or visit the library’s web site.
Tags: AmSpirit, Cleveland business networking, Cleveland events, Cleveland networking, Cleveland networking events, Cleveland professional networking, Cleveland Professionals 20/30, Hour of Power
The Hudson Library is sponsoring a session today, June 1, at 6:30 pm, to teach both in-person and online networking skills. Led by consultants Donald Wayne McLeod and Teresa Simons, the session is free, but registration is required. Call 330-653-6658, ext. 1010, or e-mail askus@hudson.lib.oh.us, or visit the library’s web site.
Husdon Library and Historical Society
96 Library St.
Hudson, OH 44236 (map)
Tags: Cleveland business networking, Cleveland networking, Cleveland professional networking, LinkedIN
Chris Brogan, social media consultant and author of Trust Agents, shares a few tips about how to use LinkedIn (and how not to use LinkedIn). It’s a quick read, and as usual well worth the time. (For more direction on using LinkedIn effectively, I recommend LinkedWorking by Frank Agin and Lewis Howes.)
Chris’ suggestion about using LinkedIn Groups got me thinking. Sure, LinkedIn can help you connect with others in your profession. But take a look at some of the regional groups — such as LinkedWorking Cleveland and Crain’s Cleveland Business, your college alumni association — or even purely social groups like Certified Browns Fans.
Whatever groups you decide to join, to get the most out of them you must be active – participate in discussions. Letting people know what you know and care about is one easy way to help build the essential personal attributes for successful networking: know, like, and trust.
Another under-used LinkedIn feature is the Events function. Looking for networking events? Let your LinkedIn contacts help you!
And to reiterate what Chris said: LinkedIn is a tool to help your networking, not a replacement for it. Use it to find people you’d like to meet, and get out there!
Tags: business networking, Chris Brogan, Cleveland business networking, Cleveland professional networking, Frank Agin, Lewis Howes, LinkedIN
Today’s guest post is by Bill Cates, CSP, president of Referral Coach International. The Unlimited Referrals® System pioneered by Bill helps financial professionals grow their business by attracting high-quality clients through referrals and companies who want to grow through a more productive and committed field force. The Unlimited Referrals® System has been featured in such publications as Success Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, Selling Power and Research Magazine.
6 Ways to Wow Your Clients Before You Even Meet Them
By Bill Cates – President, Referral Coach International
There are many things you might hope to accomplish on your first appointment with a new prospect or client. I submit that one of those things is to help them feel at ease with you and your process. Everything you do should work toward reducing their stress level and increasing trust. Another important aspect of your first meeting should be to create “wow.” When you make clients go “wow,” you increase your chances of earning their business and earning referrals quickly in the relationship.
When we teach our system at our Referral Boot Camp we spend ample time on what it takes to become referable early in your relationships and then stay referable throughout your relationships. But what about before you even meet? Here are 6 very simple things you can do even before the meeting to reduce their stress and begin their “wow.”
Tags: Bill Cates, business networking, Cleveland business networking, getting referrals, leads, Networking Tips, new business, new clients, professional networking, referrals
What is networking really worth to you? What is anything really worth to you?
MasterCard likes to take everything as “priceless”. Marketing folks want everything to be “a good value” so that you buy it.
I hear some MBAs and finance folks in the back clamoring that something today is only worth the present value of the future cash flow or earnings from it – and they’re correct!
Investing anything today (time, money, effort, etc) is only worth it if you’re putting in less value today than you reasonably expect to receive in return for it – your RETURN ON INVESTMENT, or ROI.
So what is the return on your networking investment? What are you putting in today and what will you be getting back from it in the future?
Here is a quick and simple formula to find out:
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Tags: Cleveland business networking, Cleveland networking events, Cleveland professional networking, getting referrals, leads, networking return on investment, networking ROI, referrals
Cleveland Business Networking Events Calendar, Week of April 12
Tags: business networking, Cleveland business networking, Cleveland events, Cleveland networking, Cleveland networking events, Cleveland professional networking, Cleveland Professionals 20/30, COSE, Networking Events, professional networking
The author of today’s guest post is Jeri Vespoli, owner of Collaborative Marketing Services and Hour of Power Speed Networking, and a member of the Board of Trustees of the Brecksville Chamber of Commerce.
What is business networking … and how do you do it?
When Kelcey and Mark asked me to write a guest post for their Networking Cleveland Blog, my automatic reply was “Sure!” I’m a yes person. Then I thought about what I would write about networking. I never took a networking class, never read a networking book, never even thought about business networking much until about five years ago when I joined my local chamber of commerce. So, what do I know?
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Tags: business networking, Cleveland business networking, Cleveland events, Cleveland networking, Cleveland networking events, Cleveland professional networking, events, getting referrals, Hour of Power, networking, Networking Events, Networking Tips, new business, professional networking, speed networking
Today’s guest post is from Peter C. Ekstrom, President and Founder of Dealbuilders. Peter is a prolific sales hunter with over 25 years experience selling to the top executives that work for America’s largest companies. As ‘chief dealbuilder,’ Peter makes personal introductions to executive buyers on behalf of his clients, and delivers the business development resources they need to accelerate the growth of new business. In 2005, Peter began sharing his highly effective sales techniques through the Gold Call Training and the Gold Call Club selling skills development programs, and is currently teaching salespeople the fine art of prospecting over the telephone.
How To Get Referrals From Existing Customers
Step 1: Make a courtesy call to existing customers to check in and see if they are satisfied with the purchase.
Step 2: Ask your customer if they are satisfied enough with your product, or service to the point that they would recommend it to others.
Tags: business development, business networking, Cleveland business networking, Cleveland professional networking, customers, Dealbuilders, existing customers, follow-up, getting referrals, leads, Peter C. Ekstrom, Peter Ekstrom, professional networking, referral, referrals, relationship marketing, sales, sales pipeline, sales techniques, tips groups
Today’s guest post is by Bill Cates, CSP, president of Referral Coach International. The Unlimited Referrals® System pioneered by Bill helps financial professionals grow their business by attracting high-quality clients through referrals and companies who want to grow through a more productive and committed field force. The Unlimited Referrals® System has been featured in such publications as Success Magazine, Entrepreneur Magazine, Selling Power and Research Magazine.
5 Strategies to Make 2010 Your Year of Better Clients from Referrals
By Bill Cates – President, Referral Coach International
What is more important to you? More referrals? Or higher quality clients from referrals? Or both? Here are a few simple things to keep in mind if you’d like to get better quality clients from referrals in 2010.
Tags: best referral, business networking, entrepreneur, getting referrals, leads, Networking Tips, new business, professional networking, real estate broker, referral, referral coach international, referral strategies, referrals, sales representatives, success
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