When it comes to advancement, doing a good job and mastering one’s craft are not enough. You need a plan that helps to highlight your value and your contributions. Your personal brand has tremendous impact on how you are perceived by others. Let’s face it, achievers want to associate with other successful people – those who have the drive, skills, character, and positive outlook to propel them to even higher heights in their chosen career or business.
A Warm Welcome to the National Urban League
I look forward to attending The State of Black Boston later today. I’m sure there will be lots of great data on the changes that have occurred in Boston. As I think about this upcoming week, Black Bostonians have reason to hope. First, it is a huge win to serve as host to the National … Read more
Strategic and Productive Networking Tips
1. Dare to Dream. Determine your vision for yourself, your business and your career. Don’t limit yourself. Think big.
2. Develop your plan and commit to it on paper. Outline the strategies that you will use to move you towards your vision and write them down. Include estimated timeframes.
3. Share your goals and objectives with your trusted key supporters and friends.
4. Take action. Strategies are useless unless you take the necessary steps to execute them. Work your plan: