Many of my clients belong to professional associations, chambers of commerce and convention and visitor’s bureaus (CVB).  They constantly tell me how valuable these relationships have become for their own professional development.  They have acquired business as a result of their membership.

My question to you is…Are you going to your own networking events?

I realize that we  receive more invitations to these functions than we  realistically have time to attend. Yet…are you accepting at least some of the invitations?

We all hear about doom and gloom concerning the economy, business, etc.  It seems like the doom and gloom magically disappears when I attend functions that attract people who know how to network and look for opportunities.

I accepted an invitation from the Greater Lansing Convention and Visitors Bureau’s (GLCVB) Member Holiday Event.  They invited their members to host a FREE booth for the event.  They also invited members who could possibly do business with the members hosting their booths.  The GLCVB always holds these events in classy venues and supply all of us with gourmet food and wonderful music.  The events are always First Class.

The most important thing about these Holiday Events is that the entire staff of the Greater Lansing Convention & Visitor’s Bureau is warm, thrilled that we are there, and do what they can to introduce us to other members! Take a look at your own organization and decide how  you can invite your members or clients to a joint meeting.  Your members/clients will sing your praises when they feel appreciated. Thanks to all the FINE people at the GLCVB for an incredible day.  I saw former clients, met prospects that can use my training services and most important…networked with people who are positive and want to help each other grow their business. Was this helpful? Let us hear your thoughts in the comments below. Feel free to share this post with your team – just be sure to give Joyce credit when you share or publish. Sign up at the RSS feed on the blog site to be included in future blog posts from Joyce Weiss on this subject. Until Next Time! 🙂