Networking
Gordon Patzer on Why Looks Matter More than You Think
A new book presents an ugly truth: when it comes to success, it’s what’s on the outside that counts.
January 18, 2008 / Podcast # 08-03
Dr. Gordon L. Patzer has devoted the last 30 years to investigating this unsettling phenomenon for both women and men, and how it touches every part of our lives. In his book Looks, (AMACOM) - he reveals not only its impact on romance, but also on family dynamics, performance in school, career, courtroom proceedings, politics and government. Read more…
Stephen M.R. Covey on Using Trust for a New Year of Success
Following the runaway success of his new book, America's leading expert on trust returns to share his insights for a new year.
January 4, 2008 / Podcast # 08-01
Stephen M. R. Covey is co-founder and CEO of CoveyLink Worldwide. He is the author of The Speed of Trust, which challenges the age-old assumption that trust is merely a soft, social virtue and instead demonstrates that trust is a hard-edged, economic driver—a learnable and measurable skill that makes organizations more profitable, people more promotable, and relationships more energizing. Read more…
Lynne Waymon on making the most of your network
How do you take the fear and uncertainty out of making and managing your contacts?
August 24, 2007 / Podcast # 07-19
Lynne Waymon leads Contacts Count, a consulting and training firm for business and career networking. Her new book, Make Your Contacts Count (AMACOM) is a practical, step-by-step guide for creating, cultivating and capitalizing on networking opportunities and relationships.
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Ed Koch on Building Buzz
One of America's most beloved public figures on how to attract positive attention.
August 3, 2007 / Podcast # 07-16
In his three terms as mayor, Ed Koch brought the city of New York out of bankruptcy, created a renowned housing program, and paved the way to the city’s ongoing economic and cultural prosperity. How did he rise from relative obscurity to become an enduring icon of America’s largest city? Read more…
Lois Kelly on Conversational Marketing
How is conversational marketing different - and better - than word-of-mouth marketing?
June 22, 2007 / Podcast # 07-10
Lois Kelly is the author of Beyond Buzz: The Next Generation of Word of Mouth Marketing. She’s dedicated her career to helping companies talk about their companies and issues in ways that get people to buy, believe and change, no matter how complex the topic or how competitive the market. Read more…