Inspiration

Networking can be scary for many people. That’s understandable. There are many misconceptions, bad behavior, and some frightfully awful networking stories out there. Scary! Networking can also be [...]

How to network like an extrovert – especially if you’re not one. The word networking can elicit joy or evoke fear. Some people are born with the gift of the gab and can work a room with [...]

On a recent flight from Montreal to New York, we were stuck in the plane, on the tarmac for over three hours, due to bad weather and poor planning. As an energetic extrovert, I have difficulty [...]

5 Top Networking Tips to Help You Land a Job 1. Use your network effectively. The best way to find a job is through the people you know, and through the people they know. Reach out to your [...]

Dear Fireballs, Inspired by the energetic, open-minded, and inquisitive students in a recent workshop, I am thrilled to announce the launch of a brand new feature: “Dear [...]

Three reasons why Summer is the best time to network. And a few hot tips, to help you do it right. People are happy, which makes for better conversation. Networking is about building meaningful [...]

8 Great Networking Tips to Help You Work a Room 1. Network with intention: Bring a sense of purpose to every networking activity. Set your goal for each networking event, and commit to it. Are [...]

  The most important piece of advice for college students is to start networking now! You should be building your professional / personal networks from your very first day of college. The [...]

Gift-giving is often stressful, expensive, and awkward. But it doesn’t have to be.  The perfect present can cost little or no money, and still leave a lasting impact. Here are six memorable [...]

Editing: What to keep and what to get rid of.   Editing…   You can edit an article. You can edit your wardrobe. You can edit your speech. You can edit your business network, You can [...]