It takes 20 years to build a reputation and five minutes to ruin it. If you think about that, you’ll do things differently. – Warren Buffet, Investor, Philanthropist, Introvert
As an entrepreneur, you are your company, and to succeed, it’s critical that your “soft skills” – how you respond to and connect with people – are as strong as your technical skills.
Business Etiquette Consultant Arden Clise is an expert in helping professionals develop the skills they need to succeed while navigating the sometimes daunting world of networking, meetings, sales and social media.
Episode Highlights:
- Why introverts can be perceived as stuck up
- How to connect with strangers
- What to do when you’re trapped with Chatty Kathy
- What Old Spice, Twitter, and threesomes have to do with being a networking expert
[pullquote]“The subjects you’re addressing are key for all business owners, Beth – and I loved that Arden’s etiquette tips also touched on things we could do to feel comfortable putting ourselves out there (so important for introverts!).” ~Claudine Motto, Productivity Coach & Professional Organizer, Vistal Norte[/pullquote]
If you believe that etiquette is only about forks and spoons and no sir and yes ma’am, then this episode will give you a new perspective that just might change the way you approach everything.
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Great points to commit to action. As an introvert myself, I can see where putting into practice some your guidelines can be of a great deal of help. I agree that introverts probably just have to work a little harder and practice at the social skills that seem to come so easily to others. Another great source for free networking tips is: http://relationshipcapital.co/op/?utm_src=bl