MBYP Manhattan Beach Young Professionals Presents: Speed Networking DATE: Wednesday, February 29, 2012 TIME: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm LOCATION: Portofino Hotel & Yacht Club 260 Portofino Way Redondo Beach, CA 90278 Leap into Speed Networking with the Manhattan Beach Young Professionals. By combining traditional values of networking and … [Read more...]
Upcoming Keynote Presentations
February 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
We invite you to join us for the following Keynote Presentations: 2/22/2012 – “The Power of Passive Cash Flow” - David Coe “Your #1 Source of Cash Flow – Your Business” - Michael Cooper 2/29/2012- "Graphic Design for your Business" - Natasha Wandy "Printing to Promote your Business" -Paul Rosemberg 3/7/2012 – … [Read more...]
South Bay BNI: Connecting and Reconnecting
February 16, 2012 By Leave a Comment
How many of you go to networking events and talk to a bunch of people only to end up never talking to them again? Maybe you enjoyed talking to them, even liked them, but you didn’t have a system in place to reconnect after the event. This is really a shame because new contacts are often where lots of future business is born. What can we do … [Read more...]
South Bay BNI: Stop Selling, Start Teaching – EC Moment 2/8/12
February 8, 2012 By Leave a Comment
If you’re not yet receiving the sort of referrals you want from BNI, chances are you’re making one of the most common mistakes that new BNI members make. During your 30-second commercials, you just may being trying to sell your product or service to fellow chapter members. Do you find yourself presenting some variation of this? "… so, … [Read more...]
Southbay BNI: Get Noticed on Yelp and Get New Clients
February 1, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Is your business on Yelp? Yelp is a great place to get noticed if you are a business owner or professional. Yelp is a place that allows customers and clients to review your service or business so that other potential customers. Many people visit Yelp.com to find a restaurant, dentist, therapist, marketing firm...almost any business! And the great … [Read more...]
Fear of Rejection when Networking — No Fear at South Bay BNI!
January 25, 2012 By Leave a Comment
For some of you, networking may be old hat and you’re really good at it. Keep doing what you’re doing. For others however, it might be more difficult for you to walk into a room full of strangers and start a meaningful relationship. A common hesitation in this scenario is the fear of being rejected—nobody likes that! Many of … [Read more...]
Upcoming Keynote Speakers at SouthBay BNI
January 23, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Join us to learn more about these businesses that might be your perfect referral partner or service provider: 2/1/2012 - "7 Times I Needed a DJ" - Amani Roberts "Rock Your Event with Flowers" - Carly Cylinder 2/8/2012 - "Healthy Living: Taking Care of Your Teeth" - Dr. Steven Firshein "GuyStuff" - Kevin Bergen, … [Read more...]
South Bay BNI: Ten Ways You Can Boost Your Networking Results
January 18, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Here are ten ways BNI members can boost their commitment level -- and your results: 1. Attend your weekly BNI meeting, even when it's not convenient. Paying for a membership to a health club and not using it is your business. Paying for a BNI membership and not attending meetings is each member's business. We are in this together. 2. Do not … [Read more...]
Real Estate Networking and Networking with Lawyers: 2012 Kickoff Events
January 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Some professionals will benefit from the following networking events with real estate investors and lawyers. If those markets are a fit for your business, make sure you mark these events on your networking calendar! 1. Lawyer Networking Event for all Professionals: Beverly Hills Bar Association Social Networking Event, co-sponsored … [Read more...]
Manhattan Beach Networking Events: MBWIB, MBYP, HBYP
January 13, 2012 By Leave a Comment
Happy New Year, fellow business owners and business professionals! South Bay BNI wishes you all the best in 2012! Here are a few Manhattan Beach Networking Events to get you started in the new year: 1. MBWIB - Manhattan Beach Women in Business New Year...New Mixer! Tuesday, January 17 from 5:30-7:30 pm Mysterious Galaxy … [Read more...]