Wednesday, October 8, 2008

At the Heart of Networking

Networking is the HEART of growing your business.

When I was young my father, who had only been educated to the sixth grade used to tell me that is is "what you know" that counts and that I should study hard to get a great education and so I did. After I had a masters degree in clinical psychology and my doctorate work in organizational psychology I realized that there was something else that was very important and that is "who you know", but in this world of information explosion I have learned that it is not just "what you know" and "who you know" that really matters but now there is an even more important component in growing a successful business and that is "who knows you" You see, I know Brad Pitt but he doesn't know me from Adam, therefore in this world of over exposure, it is more important than ever that we get exposure ourselves. The important question that we should be asking ourselves is "Who knows us?" Who admires us, trust us, believes in us and is talking about us to others?" That is called word of mouth advertising and it still remains the most powerful form of advertising that exists.

That is what The Heart Link Network women's networking is all about. It is a women's networking organization that is built on the female endocrine system. It is relaxed, informal, intimate and FUN! It allows women to really get to know one another, build relationships that are lasting and enables women to truly showcase the business they love.

The Heart Link Network
was launched its first location in Sedona, AZ in May 2008 and grew to over 100 locations in 26 states its first 120 days, all by word of mouth. Now The Heart Link Network has locations in the US, Canada, and Australia. Women love it.

If you are looking to showcase your business, increase your social capital, expand your circle of influence and meet extraordinary women, find a location near you and if there is not a location near you, you might consider looking into becoming a leader in your community as an area coordinator. It is a great way to become a leader and lover of your community and in the process let everyone know who you are.

If you want to be known in your community as an advocate for women in business, if you want to be know as a leader of women, if you want your business to be on the lips of everyone you know, The Heart Link Network is the best networking and marketing tool available for women today. Join their online community at The Heart Alliance at no cost. You will meet extraordinary women from around the world.
Dawn Billings

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