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Recent Website Launches

Over the past two weeks we have launched the following website sites. Be sure and check them out as the are really awsome.

www.wattsbraces.com, www.trueaccountingsolutions.com, www.honadle.com, www.woundcareresources.net, www.hankofyarn.com, www.fmbydallas.com, www.midsouthscreenprinting.com and www.meyersbradick.com

Have fun checking them out.

Lisa

Added by Lisa Cain on August 31, 2009 at 11:23am — No Comments

GOING BEYOND NETWORKING - IN STYLE!

Before starting out on a journey, it helps to think about how our destination point. You and I, remember, are going into the Beyond Networking zone, beyond traditional networking, that is, and on to Connection, and then further on, to Relationship. And we don't want to just get there - we want to relish the trip itself, every step of the way.



When I was studying under Dr. Robert Rohm to become a Certified Human Behavior Consultant™, one of the very first things I learned was the Four… Continue

Added by Ron Sukenick on August 30, 2009 at 8:17pm — No Comments

It's Good to Have a Wingman

In modern terms, the word “wingman” has a different connotation now than in the past. Once, a wingman stayed by the pilot’s side and gave him an extended field of vision when under fire or in danger. A wingman provided information the pilot might not have been privvy to without his aid, thus enabling the pilot to make quick and accurate decisions that may affect his own life or the lives of others. A wingman was an extra set of eyes and ears. The wingman made the pilot a better man and a better… Continue

Added by Rhonda-Help Me Rhonda Cleaning on August 28, 2009 at 9:45pm — No Comments

(Some of) My Favorite Quotes

"Restructure your activities continually. Regularly move resources to higher-value activities." Brian Tracy



"There are three types of Baseball players- those who make it happen, those who watch it happen and those

who wonder what happened." Tommy Lasorda



“The secret of getting ahead is getting started. The secret of getting started is breaking your complex overwhelming tasks into small manageable tasks, and then starting on the first one.” Mark Twain



"Every… Continue

Added by Rhonda-Help Me Rhonda Cleaning on August 28, 2009 at 9:12pm — 2 Comments

"NETBEING" IS NOT POSITION DANCING!

Have you ever been to a square dance? I remember being at a square dancing event awhile back. One particular thing the instructor said then stuck in my mind.



Each "square", you'll recall, is made up of four couples. The couple with their backs to the caller (the instructor who calls out the moves) and the couple facing the caller are called "The Heads", while the other two couples are "The Sides". So, when the instruction is given, "Heads, pass through!", only those four people of… Continue

Added by Ron Sukenick on August 25, 2009 at 8:36pm — 2 Comments

Breaking Through Frustration At Work

Giving up has never been an option for me, although many times in my life I have succumbed to the temptation. Ancient wisdom tells us that anxiety is fear of the future and frustration is actually a good emotion. Frustration in thought is merely indecision. Should I do this or do that? Should money be my end goal or something more spiritual?



Saying frustration is a bad emotion is kind of like saying debating a point is worthless. When you debate the pros and cons of a question, the… Continue

Added by ALLAN KATZ on August 23, 2009 at 9:49pm — No Comments

INWARD BOUND

Your first instinct, when thinking about "going into the Beyond Networking zone", is probably to think about being outward bound, going outside your circle of friends and meeting new people. After all, what you're trying to do is create connections that can benefit your business. Perhaps when you think about going beyond traditional ways of doing things and moving outward, you're conjuring up a mental image of the Space Shuttle, or, if you're a science fiction fan, you see the image of a… Continue

Added by Ron Sukenick on August 22, 2009 at 6:32pm — No Comments

Rising Above Mediocrity

I received the following in my inbox this morning and thought about how many times I think I am self-disciplined and motivated, when in reality I am just practicing mediocrity. I threw down a gauntlet for my own life today...I plan to share this with my staff, friends, and associates and hope this inspires others as well. RP



"No stream or gas drives anything until it is confined. No Niagara is ever turned into light and power until it is tunneled. No life ever grows great… Continue

Added by Rhonda-Help Me Rhonda Cleaning on August 22, 2009 at 11:00am — No Comments

Answering Advantage

Many thanks to Answering Advantage for becoming a sponsor of our upcoming September 18th launch!

Susan has a great staff and please consider using their services.

Added by Business Over Coffee on August 19, 2009 at 9:52pm — No Comments

Does anyone know the Author of this quote? I think it is Awsome

"When You Want Something You Have Never Had....You Have To Do Something You Have never Done." Unknown Author

Added by Business Over Coffee on August 19, 2009 at 7:00am — No Comments

WHY A BLOG ABOUT BEYOND NETWORKING?

Hi Memphis.



Glad to be a new member and look forward to many exchange opportunities.



They say all good things in life start at the beginning. Sometimes, though, we get pretty far down a certain road before we realize that road isn’t leading exactly where we want to go. Much as we’d prefer to keep moving forward, it might be a better idea to turn around, go back, and make a brand new beginning, using all the lessons we’ve learned on the round trip! This blog is about new… Continue

Added by Ron Sukenick on August 18, 2009 at 11:13am — No Comments

PEACE OF MIND FOR YOUR BUSINESS, by Nick Serba

In a recent interview, Nick Serba, National Director of Small Business Plans, was talking about why Small Business Owners needed help: We as small business owners also compete in the same marketplace with big businesses, often without the benefit of top legal or business consultant partnerships and input. We deal with the same issues of competition, compliance, hiring and firing, usually on our own because the best legal and business counsel isn't… Continue

Added by Arnold - Go Small Biz . com on August 16, 2009 at 3:30pm — No Comments

Group / Ads / Usage

The Social Media group is now recreated.

I've figured out how to link the ads on the right panel. You'll note that the MemphisDailyNews is now linked. I need URL's for others.

I have a draft of the guidelines and will be posting this weekend after I spend a little more time on the privacy aspect.

Cheers All!
- Dave

Added by Dave Barger on August 15, 2009 at 11:53am — No Comments

Are you excited about anything? From Mark LeBlancs weekly "BusinessWise" e-newsletter

Are you excited about anything?



It never ceases to amaze me when I have a one on one conversation with a business person, or anyone for that matter and I ask a simple question, “What are you excited about?” Seldom does a person give me an answer worth listening to.



Stop and think for a moment about the last time you were really excited about something, anything. It might be a project you are working on, a volunteer commitment you’ve made, a special vacation or new… Continue

Added by Business Over Coffee on August 15, 2009 at 8:30am — No Comments

Recent Advisory Board meeting

We had an outstanding meeting yesterday. Things are really coming together. We started the meeting off with a video conference with Mark LeBlanc. He is excited about coming to Memphis for our official launch September 18th.



What we need you to do:

-In the next few days think of one person you think would be a good fit for the community. Someone we can add now to help us as, in… Continue

Added by Business Over Coffee on August 15, 2009 at 8:00am — No Comments

American Disabilities Consultants Inc.

American Disabilities Consultants, Inc
5364 Wythe Cove
Memphis, TN 38135

Phone Number (Toll Free): 1-877-329-9968
Fax Number: 901-755-3043
Cell Phone: 901-289-5328

Email: bgammon321@aol.com

Added by Bob - ADC Inc. on August 12, 2009 at 4:50pm — No Comments

God Bless the USA



Free Lee Greenwood Music | Free music ringtones at… Continue

Added by Bob - ADC Inc. on August 11, 2009 at 2:56pm — No Comments

Yellow Pages Advertising - Is It Just Throwing Money Away?

I recently negotiated my renewal for my Yellow Pages advertising, During this process I've come to wonder just how many people actually let their fingers do the walking anymore! I know I don't. They try to sell me on the idea that I will also be listed in their online directory, but how many people use that!?! I know I don't.



If I am in the market for a product or service I first turn to my friends and family for referrals. If none of the people in my personal network can give me any… Continue

Added by Jim Wilder - Wilder Systems on August 10, 2009 at 4:59pm — 9 Comments

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