Being new to this whole idea of networking, I was excited to
have the opportunity to try it again and get a better understanding of why
businesses people do this. At first glance it seems like a social type of
gathering but so much more that that happens.
You see…In my village when women gather…a whole lot of
talking happens but it usually about their husbands, kids, family, fashion and
lots of village gossip. A cannoli can only take so much of that! When this
group of women gathered they talked about so much more. They seemed to really
know each other and were asking about how not only how their families were doing
but their businesses as well. What a novel concept for this cannoli.
Being new to the group I was a bit nervous as I did not know
any of these ladies. They made me feel so welcomed that I did not feel out of
place. That sometimes happens when you
are a cannoli living in a non-cannoli world. They asked me about what services
I offered and how perhaps they could help me grow my business. I was impressed.
Another thing that impressed me was that each lady had a chance to tell not
only about their business but had to share something positive that they live
their life by…kinda like a positive motto…can you guess what mine was?
I met so many wonderful ladies who do the most interesting
things... like Amanda who is a master of advanced life concepts… she helps you
change the way you think so you can change your life. I will taking her up on
her free consult!!! I also met Varshalynn who helps people with their health
insurance. A gal after my own heart Aloyce….she helps you look beautiful!!! She
does free makeovers and facials. Luckily, being the diva that I am I do not
need such things. I have perfectly smooth and youthful skin for a cannoli!!!! I
also had a chance to chat with Leneva who is an office adm for a gal named
Lauri who deals with finances….hmmm maybe she can help me with some investing
for my retirement.
I then got to meet Robin. She is the gal who runs the whole
thing. She does these events for the women who belong to her organization. Of
course any woman can go and check them out (and you should) but her whole
motivation is to help women succeed in business. She believes in fostering relationships,
empowering women, and providing opportunities for them to learn from each
other. Would you believe they have 7 chapters in 3 counties: Lee, Collier and Charlotte?
Perhaps I can get her to start one in my village….. LCBW networking delle donne!!!!
I have the best job in the whole world! I get to travel
around SWFL and meet so many great people who do such wonderful things. I get
to go to local events and capture the flavor of SWFL. I get to have photo ops
and great food!!! Life in SWFL has so much to offer!!!
Carmen
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