All articles by Stephen Labuda

  1. Networking Through Strategic Alliances by Stephen Labuda

    Networker's know that you always get back more from your network then you have to give to it. However, that should not stop you from thinking about new ways you can help the people in your network. Your network is full of people who would like to partner with you, though neither of you may have approached the idea or formalized a plan. Here are some suggestions for ways that you can form strategic alliances with
  2. Strategies For Successful Business Networking by Stephen Labuda

    Networking is a popular buzzword these days. Every blogger seems to be talking about Networking, Buzz Marketing and Word of Mouth Marketing. However, not many of them seem to be presenting specific strategies for making the most of local networking groups. This is why I decided to write this article. There are a variety of organizations that run networking groups across the country. The largest group is probably BNI, which offers members the chance to
  3. A Tickler File For Sales And Networking by Stephen Labuda

    If you are involved in sales, fundraising or just an active networker, you have probably tried a variety of tools to manage your contact list and remind yourself to stay in touch with all of the prospects and people you meet. This tickler file is designed to be an inexpensive, effective, tool that can be used by salespeople in a variety of different types of organizations. This tickler file uses inexpensive index cards and