Payforward Networking

Without an effective network it is much harder to get a job, find business, influence people and much more. Most people are aware of this, but are not so sure how to go about building, maintaining and using a network. "Payforward Networking" is for these people. Based on the networking workshops taught for many years by communication consultant Andrew Hennigan in business schools and companies, it presents a simple, methodical approach to networking that is both effective and easy to master. At the same time it is also built on ethical "white hat" methods that will not make you feel uncomfortable or manipulative. The book covers the basics of networking in real-life and online, the essentials of online reputation management, the impact of culture on networking, strategic networking and much more.

Through this resource, readers will learn how to make quality connections, cultivate relationships, expand their circle of influence through networking events, and create good "social capital. It includes information on networking tools and technology that will promote new contacts and connections.

An informative and comprehensive guide to maximize the social networking potential of LinkedIn by utilizing the powers of Windmill Networking and leveraging online social and business connections.

* New York Times Bestseller * #1 USA Today's Bestseller * #2 Wall Street Journal Bestseller Bring your A game to Networking! How did Joe Sweeney… …get Bob Costas to come to Milwaukee (in the middle of winter)? …become the “wingman" to the archbishop of New York City? …take Brett Favre's off-the-field income from $65,000 to more than $4 million? The answer is simple. Networking. Master networker Joe Sweeney shares his networking secrets from a long and successful career as a business owner, sports agent and executive and investment banking consultant. His first secret: master networkers are focused on giving, not getting. With today's difficult economy and uncertain workplace, networking has never been more important. Sweeney's simple but effective 5/10/15 networking plan will give you a leg up in the current job market, help you stay employed, or, if you've been laid off, find your next job. The cliché that who you know is more important than what you know has never been truer. Sweeney illustrates his insights with dozens of helpful examples from his own life (along with a few fascinating insider sports stories). With special sections on networking for women and minorities, insights into the usefulness (and handicaps) of social networking sites, how to get (and why you need) a wingman and profiles of other master networkers, Networking Is a Contact Sport is a practical and essential guide for anyone who wants to get ahead in today's economy.

Empowered Women: Navigating Entrepreneurship, Health, and Work-Life Balance is a transformative guidebook that empowers women to conquer the world of business while prioritizing their health and achieving a fulfilling work-life balance. In Chapter 1, "The Journey Begins: Defying Stereotypes and Embracing Entrepreneurship," readers are introduced to the concept of women entrepreneurs and the challenges they face in a male-dominated business world. Inspiring stories of successful women entrepreneurs who have shattered glass ceilings serve as beacons of inspiration, emphasizing the importance of self-belief, determination, and resilience in pursuing entrepreneurial dreams. Chapter 2, "Mind, Body, and Business: Prioritizing Health and Fitness," recognizes the significance of maintaining physical and mental well-being for entrepreneurial success. Practical strategies for integrating exercise and healthy habits into a busy schedule are provided, highlighting the correlation between fitness, productivity, and overall happiness. In Chapter 3, "Balancing Act: Finding Harmony Between Work and Life," the common challenges faced by women entrepreneurs in achieving work-life balance are addressed. Readers will discover practical tips for managing time effectively, setting boundaries, and avoiding burnout, along with the importance of pursuing hobbies, self-care, and quality time with loved ones. Chapter 4, "The Power of Networking: Building Strong Connections," emphasizes the importance of building a supportive network of like-minded individuals. Insights into effective networking strategies for women entrepreneurs are shared, along with inspiring examples of women who have leveraged networking to propel their businesses forward. Chapter 5, "Navigating the Entrepreneurial Ecosystem: Overcoming Obstacles," examines the unique obstacles faced by women entrepreneurs in accessing funding and resources. The chapter highlights initiatives and organizations that support and empower women in business, encouraging the pursuit of alternative funding options and fostering a spirit of collaboration. Chapter 6, "Sustaining Success: Strategies for Growth and Adaptation," delves into the concept of continuous growth and adaptation in entrepreneurial endeavors. It explores innovative approaches to scaling a business while maintaining work-life balance and features inspiring stories of women entrepreneurs who have successfully navigated through different stages of business growth. Chapter 7, "Cultivating Resilience: Embracing Challenges and Failures," addresses the inevitability of setbacks and failures in the entrepreneurial journey. The chapter encourages resilience and highlights the valuable lessons learned from challenges. It also shares personal stories of women entrepreneurs who have turned failures into stepping stones for success. Chapter 8, "Empowering the Next Generation: Mentorship and Paying It Forward," emphasizes the importance of mentorship in empowering aspiring women entrepreneurs. It discusses ways to give back and support the next generation of women in business, inspiring women entrepreneurs to become mentors and role models for others. In the conclusion, "Embrace Your Potential, Create Your Path," readers are reminded of the key lessons and takeaways from the book. They are encouraged to embrace their potential, overcome obstacles, and create fulfilling lives as entrepreneurs. The book aims to inspire readers to believe in themselves and pursue their dreams with confidence and determination.

IT'S TIME TO FOCUS ON BEING HAPPY - Features more than 100 exercises designed to lighten your spirit - Covers everything from yoga and decluttering to meditation and forest bathing - Written by a USA Today bestselling author In Happier Every Day, author and yoga instructor Paula Munier details a simple yet comprehensive approach to cultivating happiness, including the most recent data and discoveries, all distilled into layman’s terms. She provides 100 practical, easy-to-implement exercises and activities that cover both the well-known (hygge, feng shui, law of attraction, yoga, decluttering, etc.) and more obscure techniques (forest bathing) for achieving happiness. A joyful, encouraging book, Happier Every Day can be picked up as needed to help calm your heart, or read from front to back as one would a daily devotional. It provides a sound beginning to each day, helping you to put yourself in a state of mind where you'll be open to happiness in whatever form it presents itself.

Whether you are new to networking or experienced at it, this book gives you a proven system and a range of easy to use tools to generate instant networking success. It includes real life examples and tactics, and shows how simple it is to create a lasting impression for you, your service or your product, and how to get others talking for you, and essentially promoting you free of charge!

Pay it forward is a term for describing the beneficiary of a good deed and repaying it to others instead of to the original benefactor according to Wikipedia. TO become a pay it forward champion in everyday life is an excellent self-care choice. Not only does your giving support another, but simple acts of kindness on a daily basis have a positive physiological effect on your body. Research shows that it increases your good mood hormones oxytocin and decreases the overproduction of the stress hormone called cortisol and so much more. Be the reason that someone is happier today, knowing it does not have to cost a penny. This engaging book encompasses a weekly educational and empowering teleseminar, which is part of the Self-Care Revolution. This revolution is raising the planet to a new level of understanding when it comes to "The True Health Care" and it all "Begins with your self-empowering health choices."