Networking 101: No, You Aren’t “Just Shy!”

by Samuel I. Diener

Before I start really getting into it, I want to let you know that I truly believe everyone can get the hang of networking, no matter what your hold-up. Let me know what you’re having trouble with, and I will try my best to help you work through it. With that being said, this article on “shyness”. Now, I realize that there are medical conditions that make it extremely difficult for some people to go out and do this stuff. However, I believe that no matter how difficult the affliction, the mind is very powerful. I may be tough, but I kind of understand.

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http://www.samdiener.com/2009/09/networking-101-no-you-arent-just-shy

You Are Not Your Business Card

by Ted Fattorross, CEO/Founder JoinNetworkPlus

[Networking Words of Inspiration]

"...We are not our business cards. Some people have the notion that once cards are exchanged this ritual is rite of passage to do or say anything. In truth, it's just a small piece of paper -- smaller than a credit card and has a street value of about a nickel. It's who we are that really matters, not what we do..."

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http://www.ryze.com/posttopic.php?topicid=1042167&confid=1022

10 Tips for Public Speaking

How to find your confidence.

Feeling some nervousness before giving a speech is natural and even beneficial, but too much nervousness can be detrimental. Here are some proven tips on how to control your butterflies and give better presentations...

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