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10 Entrepreneurs Explain How They Leverage Networking in Business

Hearpreneur

Here’s how some entrepreneurs and business owners leverage networking in their businesses. #1- We leverage networking extensively in the firm. We then have 3-4 networking events per year to get our referral sources to meet each other to continue to build those relationships. Photo Credit: Charlotte Ang.

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The 10 Best U.S. Cities to Start a Business in for 2016

Up and Running

Charlotte, NC. Coming in at number seven overall, Charlotte also ranks as the second best city after Grand Rapids when it comes to growth in number of small businesses. If you are interested in starting a business in Charlotte, check out these resources: Charlotte Business Resources: Starting a Business. Springfield, MO.

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28 Entrepreneurs Share Their Tips and Tricks of Staying Motivated

Hearpreneur

A network of friends and partners can also serve as a great assurance and reminder that you’re not walking. 5- Employees, clients and future of my company. For me, knowing that I have dedicated, hard working employees that rely on me, and amazing clients that trust me with their brands, keeps me going.

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30 Entrepreneurs Explain How They are Incorporating Social Entrepreneurship in Their Business

Hearpreneur

One way that OhMy dot ca has found to do this is by hiring employees from underprivileged backgrounds. By hiring employees from underprivileged backgrounds, we have helped them get back on their feet, helped them gain the skills and the experience they need to build a successful career, and gave them the opportunity to start a new life. #9-

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15 Entrepreneurs Share How They Continue to Learn and Sharpen The Saw

Hearpreneur

In addition to knowledge and skill acquisition, networking fosters professional development by connecting individuals with career advancement opportunities, such as workshops, conferences, and mentorship. Thanks to Charlotte Hall, Hallway People ! #3- Thanks to Con Sotidis, Social Selling Warrior ! #2-

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28 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

Hearpreneur

I now am the CEO and founder of Berri Properties in Asheville and Charlotte, NC. When I help other people through skills in digital marketing, I’m able to give more to clients, employees, my family and the community. Ironically I discovered this to be a need when I was attending job seeker networking groups.

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Volunteering Teaches Entrepreneurship

Mike Michalowicz

But you also can express yourself, meet new people, make new friends, learn new skills, network and rub elbows with community leaders you might not ever meet otherwise. You can’t whip volunteers (or employees), or hold a performance bonus over their heads. The whole feel good, put a gold star on my emotional chart is one thing.

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