Networking with Ease [Volume 2, Issue 7]

Networking with Ease eZine – Volume 2 Issue 7

Hello Networking Entrepreneurs!

A warm welcome to all of our new subscribers! We’re so happy to have you as part of our community.

One thing you’ll come to know for certain is that I (Gina Bell, your Publisher today) LOVE quotes! And I’ve found the perfect one to kick off this issue of Networking with Ease… it’s inspiring and thought provoking too!

“You are one connection away from being able to change your life.”
Author, Larry Bennett

So often we hear stories of chance meetings and “million dollar connections”. And it’s absolutely true that you never know WHO will open the door to your biggest, most exciting opportunities.

Connecting with others in meaningful ways certainly paves the way for life changing relationships. The question is… are you paying attention?

In this week’s issue of Networking with Ease, our feature article explores this very topic and how “conscious networking” is essential to making meaningful (even million dollar) connections. Enjoy!

Happy Networking!

Gina & Stephen Bell,
a.k.a. “The Bells”
Signature of Success Consulting, Inc.
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Networking Masters International
International Non-Fiction Writers Association
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Make Meaningful and Memorable Connections with Your *Verbal* Business Card – April 09 Training Call: NOTE – Call Date Change!

“Your Verbal Business Card” How to be so remarkable your prospects beg to know more (and tell everyone your story)
with Networking Masters International co-Founder Gina Bell
DATE/TIME: Thursday April 30th at Noon PST, 1:00 pm MTN 2:00 pm CST, 3pm EST
Tele-webcast link: http://instantTeleseminar.com/?eventid=6803967
Join us for the live call. Members enjoy access to calendar friendly recordings. (Annual Membership is FREE for a limited time… see BIGGEST GIVE details below!)

It’s inevitable so, you might as well be ready for it, the most commonly asked question at a conference or networking event (heck, even randomly in public) is “What is it that you do?”

Instead of reacting with a deer-in-the-headlights stare, or blurting out a response that generates a confused stare right back, how would you like to be able to answer confidently with a well-crafted, memorable and conversation generating response?

Say goodbye to boring, bland and salesy elevator speeches! During this energizing coaching opportunity you’ll discover how to:

* introduce yourself in a fun and interesting way

* win the attention of your audience in as little as 10 seconds (because if you don’t, you’ve lost them!)

* leverage third party evidence for maximum impact

* engage memorable conversation, invoke curiosity and leave your new contacts longing to know more!

Are you a member of Networking Masters International? Networking Insiders are in the know with access to more than 100 interviews and teleseminars in the member’s only archives. We’ve made it easier – and more affordable than ever – to be a member. See the BIG GIVE announcement below (psst! For a very limited time – membership is FREE – by invitation only! Good thing you subscribed!)

OTHER TELESEMINARS, INTERVIEWS & EVENTS:

REMINDER & LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER: Today is your absolute last chance to participate in a special one-time only call that David and Kristin Morelli – our Networking Magnetism experts – are gearing up for called “Quantum Leap Your Wealth”. The call is TONIGHT at 8:00 pm EST (www.time.gov for your zone) and there are over 5,000 folks registered for it! Are you one of them? I hope so! If not here’s the link: http://snipurl.com/40dnlastcall

April 27th – Gina Bell Interview with Kim DeYoung for Metromom Telesummit – Get the FREE preview call here: http://bit.ly/BoJ5J

April 30rd – Networking Masters International – Members Only Training Call 2:00 pm CST

May 1st – Gina Bell at Ultralist Building Jam Session! A totally F-R-E-E course that will teach you absolutely everything you need to know to build a foundation, grow your list and create raving fans. Register now at: http://snipurl.com/listjam)

May 4th – Networking Masters International – Private Member’s Only Q & A Coaching Call. 2:00 pm MTN (1:00 PST / 3:00 CST / 4:00 EST).

May 7th – FREE Teleseminar with “The Bells” – “7 Must-Know Marketing Myths: How Misconceptions Sabotage Client Attraction and Prevent You from Making a Living Doing What You Love!” – Registration link to follow

May 14th – Gina Bell at NAHBM (National Association of Home-Based Business Moms) Telesummit. It’s a Mother’s Day Party and You’re Invited! http://snipurl.com/evto7

September 9, 10, 11 – Gina & Stephen Bell at Get Your Networking Working Blueprint Workshop – TICKETS NOW ON SALE! Act fast to benefit from early bird savings and easy-on-the-budget installment options.

And… be sure to join us for Authors Unscripted Talk Show Thursdays at 3:00 pm at INFWA.com

Conscious Networking… Are You Paying Attention?
~ Gina Bell Bell, co-Founder of Networking Masters International

Today, more than ever before, it’s essential that entrepreneurs develop and really leverage their networking skills.

When the economy thrives the focus tends to be on financial capital, financial equity, physical assets, etc… it’s a lot easier to access funding through a bank or investors right.

During times of economic uncertainty… purse strings are tightened, access to financial support is limited or non-existent. All of a sudden the same assets and equity no longer have the same degree of leverage.

What entrepreneurs often don’t realize is that relationships and the social equity developed as a result has a direct reflection on financial capital.

Surrounding yourself with a network of people who really care about your success is like having an insurance policy for success – regardless of the economy. This network, your community will provide strategic introductions, referrals, information, advice and more… all of which can have a dramatic financial result.

So, have you started paying closer attention to your network yet? Do you have a follow up keep in touch plan? Are you staying visible? Are you memorable? Are you adding value and increase to the lives and businesses in your community? (this applies to your online networks too).

Action Tip: Spend some time thinking about this today and take it one step further… identify two people that you know who should meet based on mutual interest or mutual goals. Introduce them. Tell them why you think they should connect – who knows, you may have set the stage for their “million dollar connection”

Here are two more great articles to get your networking working:

• * An Interview with co-Founder Stephen Bell on “True Networking”
  
• * Media Releases… Defining Your Audience by Networking with the Media expert Susan Regier
  

Have you heard about the Ultralist Building Jam Session?

It’s a totally F-R-E-E course that will teach you absolutely everything you need to know about growing your list of loyal, raving fans.

Only the top online business and personal development/ motivational experts are allowed to teach during this course and Gina Bell, co-Founder of Networking Masters International is among the expert team!

Register now at: http://snipurl.com/listjam

Yes, you read it right… You can be one of a limited group of entrepreneurs who claim FREE annual membership for one full year. Your only investment – a small shipping and handling fee of just $9.95 (less than you’d spend on an average take-out lunch!).

Hurry! When word gets out about this Big Give, the memberships will go fast!

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Here is a brief description of what you’ll receive when you join… Membership Benefits include:

* Networking Mastery 3-CD set. Enjoy a new CD in your mailbox every 3-4 months
* Live Monthly Teleseminars (includes downloadable audio recordings)
* Live Monthly Q & A/coaching calls (includes downloadable audio recordings)
* Immediate access to an ever-growing educational audio archive worth thousands of dollars (currently more than 100 recordings on file!)
* Member Discount: Get Clients Now! Group Mastermind at www.getmoreandbetterclientsnow.com
* Member Discount: 3-day Live Get Your Networking Working Blueprint Workshop. Watch the event trailer now at www.getyournetworkingworking.com
* and a whole lot more!

Full description and details at: http://www.thenetworkingmasters.com/benefits

Payment Methods: MasterCard, Visa. Membership fee CDN dollars.

Membership Renewal: Credit card payments automatically renew in 12 Months. Regular annual membership fee is $239.40 per year renewed at easy-on-the-budget monthly installments of just $19.95 per month. You will receive a membership renewal reminder via e-mail 10 days before the renewal. It’s very important that you register with a valid and monitored email address. Also, please add info[at]thenetworkingmasters.com to your safe senders list.

Networking Masters International is a division of Signature of Success Consulting, Inc.

What Is International Networking Week?

International Networking Week^TM is an initiative of BNI International®. International Networking Week^TM will feature a number of networking events across the world.

The goal of International Networking Week^TM is to celebrate the key role that networking plays in the development and success of businesses across the world.

Simultaneous events will be held globally to celebrate International Networking Week^TM.

The focus of these events will be to bring together representatives of government, businesses and the community to network with each other, to understand the concept of good networking and to listen to talks by key networking specialists from across the world. These speakers will offer advice and information on how businesses can grow and succeed through good networking practices.

Invitations to attend are open to the wider business community, members of other networking organisations, students, press representatives and interested parties from all levels of government and business.

The purpose of International Networking Week^TM is to raise the profile of networking in the wider community, recognising it as an essential tool for success in today’s business climate.

To celebrate the benefits of business networking ~ Networking Masters International is hosting our 3rd annual Telesummit!

Register to claim your FREE Networking Success Kit by entering your name and email in the box to the top right of this page. You’ll receive VIP access to the live Telesummit calls, a PDF Action Guide with bonus articles PLUS access to the recordings following the event.

Go ahead and claim your seat now!

It’s Time to Get Your Networking Working!

Learn more about this global initiative and, how you or your organization can get involved, by visiting the International Networking Week website.  If you would like to get involved with this year’s telesummit as a participant or supporting organization we’d love to speak with you. You can contact us here.

Happy Networking!

Discover “The Power of True Networking” An interview with Steve Bell, co-Founder of The Networking Masters

Friday November 28th Steve Bell, co-Founder of The Networking Masters appeared on The Joan Sotkin Blog Talk Radio Show…

During the interview Steve and Joan discuss:

• The difference between prospecting, brokering and networking.
• The definition of “true” networking.
• Various true-life examples of the benefits of effective networking
• and more!

You can listen to the complete interview here: http://www.blogtalkradio.com/JoanSotkin/2008/11/28/The-Power-of-Networking-with-Steve-Bell

Enjoy! We’d love to hear your comments

Happy Networking!