Winter Networking Gathering January 12th, 2010

So many times when we hear about a networking event we think this is about having a business card to hand out to everyone. We often hear the phrase “work the room” when you are at a networking event. I particularly have found it hard to “work the room” and felt that when I spend most of my time with one or two persons at a networking event I had not done my job of promoting my business. Then a sage business person told me, that is what networking was about. Building relationships which means spending time with a person to understand their business, their drive, why they are in this business, what their hobbies are, their favorite sports teams, well you get the idea. January 12th 2010, the Highland Business Association, White Lake Township Business Association and Women In Business have dedicated 7:00pm-9:00pm at Dave & Amy’s in White Lake to allow their members the opportunity to build business and personal relationships away from all the demands of business, and personal lives. It is tempting to say, forget this networking event, after having worked a full day and the quiet and relaxation of home is calling. I would ask you to reconsider and set aside this time to find someone who may know that impossible business owner you have been trying to see or someone new whose product you may be able to use who is local and has added customer service and value than the big box store you have been using or just reconnect with an associate you have lost contact with. Start the new year by gathering with old friends and meeting new at Dave & Amy’s (www.daveandamys.com) they are located at 9595 Highland Road, White Lake, MI 48386-2314 and can be reached at (248) 698-2010. While you are there please welcome our newest members to the White Lake Township Business Association. This event is always well attended, with appetizers provided and a cash bar, so please RSVP to (248) 889-1422 so there is enough for everyone.