Posts Tagged ‘networking benefits’

How can I make my business card stand out?

Saturday, March 27th, 2010

Business cards, business cards, business cards; they’re a key part of successful networking but they’re all a bit….. well, boring aren’t they?

At a single networking event you could receive tens of new business cards, even hundreds if you’re really on a roll, but the vast majority are all the same and can easily blend into one another. You might make a great impression on a new contact but if your business card is bland and dull then what’s  the point?! You need to make your card jump out at your contact and encourage them to contact you asap. So, how do you do this? It’s a lot easier than you might think! (more…)

Top 5 reasons to business network

Tuesday, March 9th, 2010

OK, so by now you should have got the message that themonsterbusiness.com love networking and can’t think of anything better for your business.

Despite us declaring our love from the rooftops, we feel we’ve yet to convince all of you about the true benefits of business networking. Yes, it could waste valuable time and money in the short term, but the long term results can be huge – after all 70% of new business is generated from referrals from networking events. Starting to warm to the idea of business networking? You’d better read on to discover our top 5 reasons for you to start networking. (more…)

North East networking event attracts 2000 businesses

Sunday, March 7th, 2010

A North East business networking event has been hailed as a huge success after attracting nearly 2000 local businesses.

Business Exchange North East was held earlier this week in Teeside and was organised by Business Link. It consisted of conference sessions, one-to-one meetings, exhibitions and practical workshops which provided invaluable networking opportunities for everyone involved. The event gave companies the chance to meet and network with other firms and entrepreneurs they might not meet in normal business situations. Business Link held the event to provide an insight into the local business community and raise awareness of local companies in the North East area.

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Why should you just be yourself in networking?

Friday, March 5th, 2010

When you go to a networking event it’s important to portray a slick, successful, professional image but there’s something which is even more essential than this…. you need to be yourself!

There’s no point pretending to be something that you’re not because eventually the truth will come out and you’ll end up being very red faced and minus several very important business contacts. Many people try to be themselves but can get lost in the corporate speak which they think will attract business contacts – this is not the case! Spouting into technical jargon while speaking to a “non-techie” will alienate them and will leave them with a cold, confused taste in their mouth. (more…)

Simple networking tips and lead generation ideas

Friday, February 26th, 2010

Do you need help generating leads and getting your name known? Themonsterbusiness.com are here with some simple  tips to help you navigate the fierce world of business networking!

Life has been hard on small businesses, during the recession and the newly starting recovery. People aren’t keen to spend money so finding work is more difficult than ever. But whether you’re surviving or not, these tips will help you out. (more…)

How can networking benefit my business?

Friday, February 12th, 2010

We can’t state just how important business networking truly is for a whole host of firms.

For small start-up businesses looking  to raise their profile, networking could be the difference between taking the market by storm or disappearing into oblivion, never to be seen again. Profile raising, contact building and confidence boosting are just three of the main obvious benefits behind business networking. But here at themonsterbusiness.com we’ve come up with a list of other benefits which you may not have even considered.  (more…)