#Professional Networking
Paying it forward with Cub Network
Daniel Hakim feels fortunate to have had a wealth of opportunities and experiences through a personal network of family and friends. He understands how enriching it is for any professional to be surrounded by the right support, knowledge and resources to accomplish their ambitions. From here came his simple, yet unique idea for Cub Network. […]
Networking fundamentals to boost your bottom line
Effective networking involves more than just reaching out to people and showing your face at events. Here are four key ways to use networking as an effective growth strategy for your business.
Why finding time to network is a must
We all know why we should network, so why don’t we do it more? Mentally, networking feels like it takes a huge chunk out of our already time-poor weeks, but as one time management expert explains, this need not be the case.
How to master the art of instant and genuine connections
In business, being able to master the art of quickly developing genuine, personal connections delivers a range of benefits. Relationship building not your forté? Attend our free webinar on 15 August to learn how.
Using LinkedIn to build business: Nine ideas
LinkedIn has over 161 million professional users in some 200 different countries, making it the ideal tool for savvy SMBs owners looking to build their businesses. Here are nine ideas to get your online growth strategy started.
Five ways to expertly promote yourself on LinkedIn
LinkedIn is continuing to grow, and is much more than just a place to keep your CV online. To make the most of the platform, you need to learn how to promote yourself effectively – and these ideas will help.
Dell celebrates female founders and entrepreneurs in New Delhi
Fifteen female entrepreneurs from Australia were part of an exclusive group of 149 women from 11 countries at the third annual Dell Women’s Entrepreneur Network Event this week, including our woman on the ground Valerie Khoo,
Nine minutes a day is all it takes to further your career, expert says
Many Aussie professionals believe they need to spend around an hour a day on advancing their career, but a global personal branding expert begs to differ, advising career management should take less than 10 minutes from one’s daily schedule.
Emma Isaacs: One smart chick
Your Friday Entrepreneur Fix this week features Emma Isaacs, the owner of the country’s most loved and successful networking businesses, Business Chicks.
The link between networking and great leadership
Being a good leader requires you to be great at selling yourself and your business, but for many networking is an incredibly daunting exercise. Here’s some easy ways you can overcome your fears and become a master networker.
What you should and shouldn’t do on LinkedIn
Do you struggle to find the right thing to post on LinkedIn? To help eliminate this brain block, Rebecca Wilson has created a list of LinkedIn Do’s and Dont’s.
Seven easy ways to leverage LinkedIn
Networking and growing business contacts is vital to small business success, but traditional networking can be time-consuming and costly, making LinkedIn an ideal alternative for SMB owners. Here are some tips from LinkedIn for making its professional network work for you.
Networking: not just about getting business
Leading networking experts say business owners need to understand that networking isn’t just about getting leads for your business, urging they shift their attitude towards this important business tool.
LinkedIn unveils new recruitment tool
LinkedIn has detailed its Talent Pipeline, a new feature designed for recruiters looking to better manage their talent leads.
LinkedIn finds volunteer work improves employability
LinkedIn data has found a fifth of hiring managers have employed a candidate due to their volunteer work experience, leading the site to add a “Volunteer Experience & Causes” field to users’ profiles.
What are you afraid of? Linkedin is harmless
Lady Danielle Di-Masi blogs about embracing LinkedIn and enjoying the connections it will deliver to your business. “LinkedIn is a brilliant way to connect with associates all over the world, not just those that may be in your local business groups. You can connect with like minded entrepreneurs, or people in companies that you wish to work with, speakers or consultants you want to learn more from …”