How to Avoid a Networking Disaster

How to Avoid a Networking Disaster

Whether you are an introvert or an extrovert, networking is a necessary evil—unless, of course, you work in a cave and are required to stay in said cave and never leave. Most of us in the professional world need to attend lunches, evening soirees and breakfast...
Get Your Network On With These Organizations

Get Your Network On With These Organizations

We have an in-house networking busy bee at our office. She’s constantly forwarding us invitations to cocktail hours, meet and greets, and even bowling leagues. At this point, we could probably canvas the city of Grand Rapids in a single week and cover every...
Making an Impression

Making an Impression

It may not be whom you know, but who knows you. As an intelligent, educated, hardworking woman, you may think, “I’ve got it made.” While those attributes are integral to your success, you’re missing one key element: People must know who you...
Golf Newbies, Take Note

Golf Newbies, Take Note

Golfing as business networking—we hear about this all the time. If you’re not out on the links, you’re missing opportunities to develop relationships, discuss business, and keep up on industry news. Whether or not the benefits of golf as networking are as...
Networking When You’re an Introvert

Networking When You’re an Introvert

Introverts value quiet time—it’s what recharges them. Introverts value in-depth conversation, but making small talk can feel draining. While we all acknowledge the importance of building a professional network, networking events can be stressful for introverts....