7 Step Plan To Get Going With Networking

Whether you're an introvert or an extrovert, feel like you have the gift of gab or just don't know how to make small talk, networking know-how is very important for your business success. There is a notion in business that I believe most of us subscribe to that says "all... Read More

Powerful Networking: Focus on Building Connections, Not Closing Sales

You can find numerous references in the business literature about the importance of a company's mission. These sources emphasize that the mission is not to make a profit; that a profit is the outcome of and reward for fulfilling the mission. In the same sense, the mission of networking is... Read More

Communication Is A 2-Way Street (The Networking Factor)

The Personal Touch 1There is a simple art to networking and the good news is, should you choose to put forth a conscience effort to improve the way you communicate, networking can and will become second nature to you, it is really just that simple. A personal touch big or... Read More

Networking - How To Do It

Networking is probably the oldest, easiest, most effective and least expensive way to get more business. It doesn't necessarily involve selling your product or service but it does mean selling yourself. However, that doesn't involve a lot of talking - it does involve a lot of listening.Networking is about making... Read More

8 Ways To Develop Confidence In New Situations

Do you enjoy one-on-one networking, however, the thought of walking into room full of people you don't know horrifies you? You're not alone. Yes, even a social butterfly, President of the Social Committee in High School and avid networker knows how you feel. Here are some of my tricks. And... Read More

You Can?t Spell Networking Without Serendipity

"Fear not to entertain strangers for by so doing some have entertained angels unaware."This quotation is from the book of Hebrews, which means it probably has nothing to do with networking.Or does it?Networking is the process of sharing knowledge, helping others, and developing mutually beneficial relationships. Serendipity is the lucky... Read More

What I Do Is Not Who I Am... The Networking Factor

Ah, the personal touch that continues to make a big difference for the better in our lives and the lives of those who have an opportunity to experience a personal touch from us.If networking and effective communication are centered on other people, can we effectively network or communicate without the... Read More

Giving the Gift of Your Name (The Networking Factor)

Although, this is about giving the gift of your name to others, it certainly runs a close second in importance to "Whats' in a name?"What is giving the gift of your name? Giving the gift of your name is when you see someone you haven't seen in a while and... Read More

Which Networking Events Should You Attend?

How does one determine which are the best events to attend based on one's best customer?Customers are not a dime a dozen, especially in today's economy. So it is best to follow the rules mentioned before on how to define your best customer before attending an event. The customer definition... Read More

Follow-Up with Your Contacts

What happens when you meet a potential client at an event and you do not follow up?So now the event is over and you have collected a number of business cards, taken notes on the best prospects, divided the cards into Y(es), N(o), and M(aybe), now what? It is time... Read More

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BusinessCom Networks Debuts at the SATELLITE 2012 Exhibition
MarketWatch (press release)
22, 2012 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ -- BusinessCom Networks is pleased to announce its participation at SATELLITE 2012, Washington, DC March 12/13/14 ( http://www.satellitetoday.com/satellite2012 ). Satellite 2012 will see experienced VSAT service ...

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Harris Corporation Introduces Falcon Networking System; Connects Warfighters ...
TheStreet.com (press release)
By Business Wire 02/22/12 - 12:30 PM EST Harris Corporation (NYSE:HRS), an international communications and information technology company, has unveiled the Harris Falcon networking system — the first end-to-end system for connecting warfighters in ...

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Networking Evolves, Getting Easier And More Flexible
InformationWeek
By Greg Ferro Software Defined Networking and the OpenFlow protocol could change the way networks operate, making them more flexible and cheaper. SDN takes the decision-making about how network traffic should flow away from individual switches and ...
Big Switch Networks Launches SDN Coffee Talks to Further Educate the Broader ...MarketWatch (press release)
Turning to software to open up networksZDNet Asia

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Aviat Networks Showcases LTE-Proven Products and Solutions at Mobile World ...
Sacramento Bee
22, 2012 -- /PRNewswire/ -- Aviat Networks, Inc. (NASDAQ: AVNW), a leading expert in microwave networking solutions, today announced that it will be showcasing its latest LTE-proven products and solutions being deployed today for the next generation of ...

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Yandex Unveils Social Networking Search
HispanicBusiness.com
Yandex (Nasdaq:YNDX) today announced its social networking search program, aimed at enhancing its search engine's quality by adding content from social networking websites. Today, Yandex rolled out a beta version of its people finder.
Twitter partners with Yandex for real-time search resultsThe Lincoln Tribune
Twitter Seals Russia DealPrivate Equity Hub (press release)

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F5 Networks acquires 4G Diameter signaling products provider Traffix Systems
eChannelLine
Application Delivery Networking vendor F5 Networks has announced that it has agreed to acquire Traffix Systems, the leading provider of 4G Diameter signaling products for telecommunications service providers. The Diameter protocol has gained ...
F5 Networks Acquires Traffix SystemsEON: Enhanced Online News (press release)
F5 Networks Completes Acquisition of Traffix SystemsMarketWatch (press release)

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Ethernet Switch Market Hits $21 Billion in Revenue: IDC
eWeek
"The market recovery in the second half of 2011 is very encouraging for the enterprise networking market, with most market segments and regions making a contribution," said Rohit Mehra, director of enterprise communications infrastructure at IDC.
IDC's Worldwide Quarterly Enterprise Networks Tracker Shows Record Ethernet ...MarketWatch (press release)

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How MyShindigs.com, a Social Networking Website, is Redefining the Way We ...
Albany Times Union
More often than not social networking has been criticised for increasing daily hours wasted that could be better spent performing more quality activities like exercising or socializing in person. Many people spend on average 3 – 5 hours per day glued ...

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eTurboNews

Education, knowledge, networking and entertainment at EMEC
eTurboNews
It was very well organized, the speakers were educated and experienced, and the event included leading delegates, networking, social events, fun, and entertainment… all in the charming city of Budapest. The opening of the general session started with ...


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Online networking sites that can help prompt real world business connections
OregonLive.com
Networking doesn't have to feel like a sale. Or an awkwardly ostentatious forum for egotistical schmoozing and one-upmanship. But, you can use new school, digital means to initiate contact with the groups and individuals you're interested in ...

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