Jarvis Creek General Store has been open for less than a year, and co-owners Erik Olson and Shane Harpham have capitalized on a commodity they didn’t bank on.
Living on the May River his whole life, Christopher Shoemaker always knew that he wanted to work on the water.
How to be a pro in six easy steps Love it or hate it, networking works. And like any other skill, practice and preparation improve your odds of success. Here are a few things you can do to further increase those odds. 1. Make a list of appropriate networking events Check the Chambers of Commerce,…
The niche-centric bake shop’s founder and CEO, Nicole Gardner, said traditional face-to-face networking helped spread the word about her appetizing offerings, but it was social media that started feeding the frenzy of a hungry underserved community.
By Leslie T. Snadowsky If the Secure and Fair Enforcement (SAFE) Banking Act is signed into law, banks and credit unions will be allowed to provide services to legal cannabis businesses. Hilton Head-headquartered merchant service provider (MSP) Equity Payment Merchant Processing is waiting for the industry to catch on fire. “We’re watching the federal regulations…
By Leslie T. Snadowsky Before you sign up to attend another huge convention where you’re just a face in the crowd with a pocket full of business cards, think of some unconventional ways to get attention. Can you meet your next client volunteering at a charity function? Land a big fish on a group charter…
How setting daily goals can broaden your circles and boost your success You’re a natural networker. You strike up conversations equally with executives or parents on the sidelines of the soccer field. You attend social and professional events, knowing that each event is filled with promise. Along the way you are thinking about how you…
Get the party started If you’re a gregarious person who looks forward to social events, loves meeting new people and has the ability to work a room — congratulations! You’re a perfect candidate for any networking event. But let’s be realistic and address a far more common scenario. For the shy as well as the…
Strategies for successful networking and relationship building. Even if you have yet to actively network, chances are you already have a foundation of people to whom you turn when you need to know more about a topic. In turn, more than likely you also are a good resource – a person people turn to when…
The real networking happens with the follow-up By Lucy Rosen Networking events are a great way to expand your professional network and meet new people. However, the true value of networking events lies in the follow-up. Following up with someone you meet at a networking event is essential for building a strong professional relationship. By…