May 25, 2007
Issue #7
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New SpeedNetworking.com Clients

SpeedNetworking.com events are powered by the patent-pending eXtreme Networking software so you can pre-select your meeting preferences!


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SpeedNetworking.com is pleased to announce its newest clients who will be hosting or have recently held private speed networking events for their members:

  • DePaul University Alumni Association: New York City chapter
  • Young Non-Profit Professionals Network: New York City chapter
  • Northcentral Chamber of Commerce: Chicago
  • Electronic Distribution Show & Conference: Las Vegas
  • Ohio Society of CPAs: Dayton, Ohio
  • Standard Club: Chicago
  • Shore Bank: Chicago

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    Speed Networking Can Help Your Business Flourish

    By Michael Slater
    President
    SpeedNetworking.com

    CHICAGO – You’re a busy person. The people who walk by you each day are most likely saying the same thing about themselves. Do you think you don’t have time to network? Think again. Can you afford not to?

    Everyone and everything is demanding our time and there is little to no downtime these days. As a result, there is often little to no time to build new relationships. Those same people you pass by each day are often in the same position. How are the “lucky people” becoming so successful at growing their businesses?

    Once in a while, they have created the best thing since sliced bread. For most of us, that is not the case and we are in tough competition to win business. By not widening our spheres of influence for new contacts and relationships, you might be severely reducing your chances for your advancement, sales, ventures, partnerships, sales pipeline and success.

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    Host Your Own Speed Networking Event

     Contact us to learn more about how SpeedNetworking.com and its eXtreme Networking business matchmaking technology can significantly enhance your group’s networking opportunities!

    The Foundation Room within the House of Blues Chicago treated heavy hitters in Chicago’s business and technology scene to some swanky speed networking on March 7, 2007. The mood lights were dim and incense swirled in the air.

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    Speed Networking Photo Gallery, Video

    What People Say...

    “I’m a big believer in networking. Start as soon as possible. If you can help people, it’ll come back to you 10 fold.”

    ~ Robert Dubow,
    Prairie Business Credit

    “Easily the best networking event ever. Eat your Wheaties because you’re in for some eXtreme Networking!”

    ~ Bruce Hanson,
    PricewaterhouseCoopers

    “Everyone knows 250 people. You expand your base and get to know the people they know. It was worth the two-hour drive to come down here.”

    ~ Todd Caponi,
    DEI Management Group


    Did You Know?
  • In a SpeedNetworking.com event where 50 people participate, more than 750 connections are made in a single evening! This isn’t even counting the connections that are made after the initial introduction!
     
  • “Speed networking is one of the fastest-growing forms of structured networking in the world,” according to FOX 23 News in New York.
     
  • In addition to the U.S., speed networking is taking place in Dubai, Australia, the United Kingdom, Mexico, China, France and the list goes on!

    • SpeedNetworking.com Event Organizers Have Included...




    Face-to-Face Communication Vital to Building Relationships

    CHICAGO – We live in a fast-moving world that allows us to interact virtually with almost anyone. Without technology such as e-mail, social networking and blogs, we would have a more difficult time connecting with people on a regular basis.

    While technology is great for maintaining relationships, it doesn’t replace face-to-face communication. In order to fully connect with people, you need to see them in person from time to time.

    Make an effort to get together with people in your network. Be creative and think of new ways to connect in person so it continues to be exciting for you.

    One easy way to connect with people is to get together during meal time. Since you need to eat, why not make it a productive meal?


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    This e-mail was sent by SpeedNetworking.com: P.O. Box 577578, Chicago, IL 60657-7578
    Publishers: Mike Slater, Brad Spirrison, Adam Fendelman