As an author and a speaker, I am often called upon to talk about networking — like there’s a big secret to how it’s done. It’s actually quite simple. Networking is not about getting out and meeting people. Networking is about what you do after you meet people, the follow-through and keeping in touch. Speaker, [...]
From the monthly archives:
August 2010
Why does everyone insist on using the phrase “sex, drugs and rock and roll?” To me, it has always been “sensibility, determination and rock and roll.” I spent years around some of the most successful rock stars, producers, record company and star management personnel. The ones who were wildly successful (many of whom continue to [...]
Never underestimate the power of the smile in customer service. Not that I encourage this but you can almost get away with a mediocre product, service, meal, anything – when it is served with a smile. My birthday request was simple this year, especially after renting a castle in England last year. All I asked [...]
There’s a story on CNN.com today about internships – not for college students, but for workers 50 and over. Brilliant. Why should it be any different for anyone, age or otherwise? It all comes down to networking, finding a way to get your foot in the door, then working hard and proving the company needs you, [...]
