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10 Entrepreneurs Explain How They Leverage Networking in Business

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Photo Credit: Charlotte Ang. Thanks to Charlotte Ang, Fixwerks ! #3- And, for what its worth, in my corporate public relations practice, my accountant, my insurance broker, my previous landlord and 99 percent of my clients came from these types of relationships, so it seems to be working out. 2- Grow our customer base.

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5 Reasons Business Owners Are Hiring Online Grads

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by Charlotte Benedict. After nearly a decade working in public relations, Charlotte Benedict enrolled in an online university to earn her MBA with a concentration in marketing. Still, earning your degree online gives you a distinct advantage in certain areas and increases your appeal to many employers. .

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28 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Business

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I now am the CEO and founder of Berri Properties in Asheville and Charlotte, NC. I combined my journalism and public relations expertise to create a business that helps others effectively leverage LinkedIn for results. Our business is based on content marketing and digital media, which has allowed for our success to flourish.

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43 Entrepreneurs Explain Why They Started Their Businesses

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A former television news reporter who moved into Public Relations, I always knew that I wanted to work for myself. Thanks to Alison Podworski, Alison May Public Relations ! Thanks to Katie Fang, SchooLinks ! 38) Always wanted to do it. If I want to work at 10pm …I can. 39) Lifestyle freedom.