Networking is an essential and highly effective marketing tool. Don't over-complicate it - the crux of networking lies in simply getting out, meeting people, treating everyone well, and positively engaging your community of potential clients.
What social circles are you currently a part of? Of course you belong to a range of family, friend, and acquaintance circles. What about recreational sports teams? Religious groups? Hobby clubs? Exercise groups? Classmates in post-secondary, leadership, or other self-development classes? Even your role as a spouse or parent can grow your network of first-level relationships.
Maybe you feel uncomfortable with attempting to "sell" your good friends, and worry that you will lose something cherishable in your relationship the minute you start "talking business." Again, don't over-complicate networking and stress over pressuring your personal relationships into professional ones. It's not a win-lose situation - go for the win-win! If the opportunity comes to talk about how you can help a friend, take it. If they're not interested, let it go until the opportunity arises to discuss how your professional role might benefit them. It's not a do-or-die situation, and your family and friends are not obligated to support you as a direct consequence or result of your personal relations with them. Don't put a personal relationship on the line to make a buck.
Give the best you have to every personal and professional person in your life, and you will find networking to be the key to your business's success.
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Wednesday, February 26, 2014
Friday, October 5, 2012
Join a Team
Business owners are not unaccustomed to working and standing alone. But at some point we realize that without the support of a great community and the bridges built through working and networking with like-minded individuals, we will never accomplish feats that will change the course of the future for our families and communities. We work together to establish successful municipalities, stabilize economies, and build the foundation of a great future for our children.
When was the last time you attended a networking event and took it to the next level? Did you actually plug in to the community, or were you just there to socialize? How can you be more involved in a great community of forward-thinking business owners? How can you become someone who learns and grows with others in the community to improve your business, achieve your goals, and at the same time promote positive growth and change for the community as well?
At ActionCOACH, we believe we are stronger together than we would ever be alone. We promote connections between individuals, businesses, and teams that can strengthen each other and mutually benefit by association with one another. Participants at our events are encouraged to continue their relationship outside our arena, and help drive each other toward fulfilling the amazing potential they have as individuals and business owners. Join us for one of our events and take the opportunity to meet others who are driven to succeed. Cultivate relationships that will engage you in embracing a future bright with amazing possibilities for our community.
I believe in our community and the business owners that drive our economy. I am pleased to have positive association and participation in the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Business Revitalization Zone, the Lethbridge Fish & Game Association, and the District Council for Lethbridge School District #51. I associate daily with business owners and teams that are interested in claiming a place at the forefront of their industry, taking a commanding lead over all their competitors, and being in a position to step back while well-placed systems and strategies take their business to a whole new level. As their profits and free time increase, they are able to make the move from business owner to investor. And live the lifestyle of freedom and peace of mind that inspired them to start their own business in the first place.
Contact me today to join our team, live your dream and leave a legacy to your community.
When was the last time you attended a networking event and took it to the next level? Did you actually plug in to the community, or were you just there to socialize? How can you be more involved in a great community of forward-thinking business owners? How can you become someone who learns and grows with others in the community to improve your business, achieve your goals, and at the same time promote positive growth and change for the community as well?
At ActionCOACH, we believe we are stronger together than we would ever be alone. We promote connections between individuals, businesses, and teams that can strengthen each other and mutually benefit by association with one another. Participants at our events are encouraged to continue their relationship outside our arena, and help drive each other toward fulfilling the amazing potential they have as individuals and business owners. Join us for one of our events and take the opportunity to meet others who are driven to succeed. Cultivate relationships that will engage you in embracing a future bright with amazing possibilities for our community.
I believe in our community and the business owners that drive our economy. I am pleased to have positive association and participation in the Lethbridge Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Business Revitalization Zone, the Lethbridge Fish & Game Association, and the District Council for Lethbridge School District #51. I associate daily with business owners and teams that are interested in claiming a place at the forefront of their industry, taking a commanding lead over all their competitors, and being in a position to step back while well-placed systems and strategies take their business to a whole new level. As their profits and free time increase, they are able to make the move from business owner to investor. And live the lifestyle of freedom and peace of mind that inspired them to start their own business in the first place.
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Contact me today to join our team, live your dream and leave a legacy to your community.
Monday, February 13, 2012
The Real Reward
I get paid money to be a coach. That's probably a good thing since my family does need to eat. But that's not the real reward for what I do.
Every day I have the opportunity to be a part of positive change in businesses, in people's lives, and in the success of families and communities. Here are some of the things I get to see:
1. I see amazing people make changes in the way they do things and experience satisfying results. A business owner that approached me with deep creases of worry in his forehead a few months ago now comes to see me with deep creases from smiling in his cheeks. Life has changed for that man. Together, we found ways to leverage his time, money and resources. His business is running well, and because of that he has more time to enjoy life. I love hearing that my clients have rediscovered spare time. They had the courage to come to me, examine the inner workings of their daily grind, and rearrange priorities, schedules, and time investment. They had the courage to change how they do things, and now they have a greater measure of satisfaction and sense of accomplishment. They took back control of their life and they are happy.
2. I see businesses flourish and expand. I had the awesome opportunity last week to attend the grand beginning of a new facility for a business that has grown near and dear to my heart. Watching this company take this big step was an amazing feeling. Strength and success feel good.
3. I see families celebrating their success and good friends taking time to relax and enjoy one another's company. When businesses run well, owners can take more time to do the things that matter most to them. Often this means families spending more time together and friends getting re-acquainted. It's so great to see people putting their time where they want it to be, instead of always rationalizing that their crazy busy business owner life is just the way it is. Businesses run by family members can get complicated with emotional and relationship issues; keeping your business on track will help keep your family life smooth. I've seen families turn around when the pressure of business difficulties is alleviated - it's a wonderful thing to replace bitterness and anger with satisfaction.
4. I see networks of good people drawn together into lasting relationships that make communities strong. When your business is running well, more people are drawn to your products and services. Your network expands as word gets around that you do your job well. More people are willing to give you referrals and more people will want your business cards. As your credibility and reputation grow, people are drawn to you and look to you as a leader. This is how great communities rise - good people working together to build good things. Nothing unifies communities like common goals and common projects. Beyond your business is a larger scope that has lasting influence on a broader scale. Keep your house clean and the whole neighbourhood is better for it (and soon they'll want to know who cuts the grass, and how they can work with you to get the park cleaned up, too).
Nothing is more amazing than watching positive change take place. From the smallest evidences (like a smile that becomes more natural) to the biggest expansions (like a brand new facility), this career is one that offers real rewards.
Every day I have the opportunity to be a part of positive change in businesses, in people's lives, and in the success of families and communities. Here are some of the things I get to see:
1. I see amazing people make changes in the way they do things and experience satisfying results. A business owner that approached me with deep creases of worry in his forehead a few months ago now comes to see me with deep creases from smiling in his cheeks. Life has changed for that man. Together, we found ways to leverage his time, money and resources. His business is running well, and because of that he has more time to enjoy life. I love hearing that my clients have rediscovered spare time. They had the courage to come to me, examine the inner workings of their daily grind, and rearrange priorities, schedules, and time investment. They had the courage to change how they do things, and now they have a greater measure of satisfaction and sense of accomplishment. They took back control of their life and they are happy.
2. I see businesses flourish and expand. I had the awesome opportunity last week to attend the grand beginning of a new facility for a business that has grown near and dear to my heart. Watching this company take this big step was an amazing feeling. Strength and success feel good.
3. I see families celebrating their success and good friends taking time to relax and enjoy one another's company. When businesses run well, owners can take more time to do the things that matter most to them. Often this means families spending more time together and friends getting re-acquainted. It's so great to see people putting their time where they want it to be, instead of always rationalizing that their crazy busy business owner life is just the way it is. Businesses run by family members can get complicated with emotional and relationship issues; keeping your business on track will help keep your family life smooth. I've seen families turn around when the pressure of business difficulties is alleviated - it's a wonderful thing to replace bitterness and anger with satisfaction.
4. I see networks of good people drawn together into lasting relationships that make communities strong. When your business is running well, more people are drawn to your products and services. Your network expands as word gets around that you do your job well. More people are willing to give you referrals and more people will want your business cards. As your credibility and reputation grow, people are drawn to you and look to you as a leader. This is how great communities rise - good people working together to build good things. Nothing unifies communities like common goals and common projects. Beyond your business is a larger scope that has lasting influence on a broader scale. Keep your house clean and the whole neighbourhood is better for it (and soon they'll want to know who cuts the grass, and how they can work with you to get the park cleaned up, too).
Nothing is more amazing than watching positive change take place. From the smallest evidences (like a smile that becomes more natural) to the biggest expansions (like a brand new facility), this career is one that offers real rewards.
Thursday, December 15, 2011
Twelve Days of Business Coaching
On the first day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
A dream and a way to live free.
On the second day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the third day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the fourth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the fifth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the sixth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the seventh day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the eighth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the ninth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Nine network growers
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the tenth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Ten lead creators
Nine network growers
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the eleventh day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Eleven target markets
Ten lead creators
Nine network growers
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the twelfth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Twelve production boosters
Eleven target markets
Ten lead creators
Nine network growers
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
A dream and a way to live free.
On the second day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the third day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the fourth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the fifth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the sixth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the seventh day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the eighth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the ninth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Nine network growers
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the tenth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Ten lead creators
Nine network growers
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the eleventh day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Eleven target markets
Ten lead creators
Nine network growers
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
On the twelfth day of coaching, Coach David gave to me:
Twelve production boosters
Eleven target markets
Ten lead creators
Nine network growers
Eight teamwork builders
Seven finance ratios
Six steps to progress
Five Ways to Grow
Four profit goals
Three sales tips
Two bold call scripts
A dream and a way to live free.
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