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Revamping a Website Is a Team Effort

I genuinely believe that revamping a website is a team effort. Have you ever tried to make a significant revision of your website? If so, how did that go? Did you find that you had all the skills and knowledge you needed to complete the project successfully? Six months ago, I believed that I could do most of the work needed to update my website. I soon realized I needed to turn to experts if I wanted my website to be professional, polished, and attention-getting. The experts who helped me transform my website were Heather Gallien, Kastle Waserman, and [...]

By |2024-10-10T22:35:03-06:00October 10th, 2024|0 Comments

Proven Strategies for Networking Success

Would you like to learn some proven strategies for networking success? Many people can feel frustrated or even intimidated about networking with others, especially in business environments. So, they avoid going to networking events. Or they attend them, but only talk with people they already know. Over the 11 years I’ve been in business full-time, I’ve learned a lot about networking with other business owners. No matter what kind of networking you do, become known as a resource to others. Or another way to say it – be the connector in the room. Follow up after the event via [...]

By |2024-08-30T09:01:00-06:00August 30th, 2024|0 Comments

Honor Others on LinkedIn and Facebook

Do you honor others on LinkedIn and Facebook? Doing so is a wonderful way to nurture your relationships and spread the word about them. There are many ways in which you can acknowledge the contributions of others via LinkedIn and Facebook. The reason I chose the photo of Marty Dickinson and me for this blog post is because he did such a wonderful job promoting my LinkedIn training at the Professional Presenter Toastmasters club last year. Share Posts About People You Want to Honor Tag those you want to honor in a post about an event where they spoke or [...]

By |2024-07-19T08:15:31-06:00July 18th, 2024|0 Comments

Streamline Your LinkedIn Experience

Would you like to streamline your LinkedIn experience? To a person, every one of my clients says “YES” when I ask them that question. So many people are frustrated by all the emails, notifications, and invites they get on LinkedIn. There are some easy ways to achieve the goal of having less information coming to you from LinkedIn. Reduce the Number of Notifications You Get My Network Section. Recently, LinkedIn introduced the “Catch Up” tab in this section. In this tab, LinkedIn alerts you about events such as birthdays, job changes, and work anniversaries. To stop getting these alerts, click [...]

By |2024-06-22T08:09:10-06:00June 21st, 2024|0 Comments

Taking a Friend to Taste of the West

Taking a Friend to Taste of the West   Last night I had so much fun taking a friend to Taste of the West, one of my favorite West Metro Chamber events. My friend Linda Schreiner is a licensed, independent insurance broker specializing in Medicare and is affiliated with Integrity Insurance. I met her in the late 1990s, and she’s been my friend ever since. According to the chamber’s promo for this event: “Taste of the West is Jefferson County's premier culinary event! Join over 80 vendors and 1,000 foodies for this food, beverage, and business extravaganza! Experience the best restaurants, [...]

By |2024-06-07T16:47:53-06:00June 7th, 2024|2 Comments

Why I Love My Aging Well Leads Group

There are many reasons that I love my Aging Well Leads Group, one of my favorite business networking groups.   Background on Aging Well Leads Group Our group started in May 2019 when the West Metro Chamber held a fair called “Aging Well.” The fair was for people providing services to older adults and people looking for such services. Several chamber members, including current leads group members Ann Coughenour, Jenn Gomer, Josh Caucutt, and Paulette Fierle, believed it was important for the chamber to have a leads group focused on serving older adults. All our members provide services for older [...]

By |2024-05-30T20:41:52-06:00May 30th, 2024|0 Comments

Feedback on Your LinkedIn Profile

How do you like to get feedback on your LinkedIn profile? Do you prefer to get feedback in a private setting between you and the person giving the feedback? Or would you prefer getting feedback in front of a small group of people who are also getting such feedback? Maybe both approaches appeal to you. Or perhaps you want to start by having an overview class on LinkedIn to learn more about profiles in general. Starting June 14, I’m launching a monthly LinkedIn small group coaching workshop. The “Enhance Your LinkedIn Profile Workshop” will be every second Friday from 9 [...]

By |2024-05-23T20:09:19-06:00May 23rd, 2024|0 Comments

Monitor Your Facebook Business Page

Do you regularly monitor your Facebook Business Page? Many of us post to our Facebook Business Page periodically. However, do you also monitor what’s happening on your page? I encourage you to monitor the comments on your posts and the reviews of your company.   Comments on Your Facebook Business Page Check your notifications a few times a week. Look for comments on your posts. Respond promptly. As a business owner, it is crucial to monitor these comments. You can also delegate this task to a trusted associate. Reply to the comment with a note of appreciation. Doing so honors [...]

By |2024-05-17T21:56:53-06:00May 17th, 2024|0 Comments

Showcase Your Skills on LinkedIn

Did you know there are several ways to showcase your skills on LinkedIn? LinkedIn’s help center says: “Maintaining a relevant list of skills on your profile will help others understand your strengths and match you with the right opportunities.” A robust and appropriate list of skills on your profile is essential, whether you are a job seeker or a business owner. In her recently updated article Updating Your Profile on LinkedIn: 13 Skills You Should Add (and 3 Types You Shouldn’t), Zoe Kaplan covers: Why you should add LinkedIn skills Types of skills to add, such as job skills and [...]

By |2024-05-02T21:23:17-06:00May 2nd, 2024|0 Comments

LinkedIn Training for CU Denver Change Makers

Recently, I conducted LinkedIn training for participants in the Change Makers program through the University of Colorado Denver. The time with them flew by, as they had so many questions about LinkedIn. This wonderful experience energized me. The participants in the semester’s program are 56 to 74 and looking for what to do next. Some are currently in the workforce, and some have retired relatively recently. The folks I spoke to are in the 10th week of this 14-week program, which involves twice-a-week classes. The program is structured to provide the participants with plenty of opportunities for self-reflection. It [...]

By |2024-04-06T20:01:20-06:00April 4th, 2024|0 Comments
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