TNNW: Week of June 29, 2008

Hello, I'm new. Let's talk.
By BRUCE NEWMAN, Mid-Atlantic Bureau Chief
As this is my first article as the new mid-Atlantic Bureau Chief, I would like to introduce myself and explain how I plan to use my monthly column. I have over 25 years of experience in business (please see my bio) and believe that good communications are essential to the success of any project or company. Networking is an important component that when done properly, can produce excellent results and if applicable, significant gains in productivity.

The Networking Rock Star- A New Concept in Business Networking is Born!
By KATHLEEN RONALD, Ph.D., Southwest Bureau Chief
Of course we all know the saying, "It is not what you know but who you know." Well, today I'm very excited to know THE Networking Rock Star! Meet Mr. Brett Pojunis presently of Las Vegas, Nevada where he shakes up more excitement than all the show girls combined!

Concerning Trees
By MEIRA FINDEL, Health and Wellness Editor
We have seen that mother earth is not so happy and in order to create true health we must return to a state of balance with nature.

Best Practices of Multicultural Networking
By MARIA ELENA DURON, Multicultural Networking Editor
LinkedIn is a great tool, not only for connections, but for asking some great questions. I had the opportunity to ask the questions "What do you see are some of the best practices of Multicultural Networking?" From the U.S., to Germany, the Philippines, India and China here are some of the responses:

Of Virtual Firms and Legal Forums
By SCOTT R. FORCINO, Esq., Legal and Real Estate Editor
This month I had the pleasure of examining a web-site called www.ESQChat.com, a private legal community committed to providing an online meeting place for attorneys to ask questions, learn more about the law, and make new acquaintances. Their mission is to help maximize a lawyer's career potential and become more successful by networking with other attorneys across the nation and in town.

How Many Women Does It Take To Change the World's Collective Dream?
By ANN BARCZAY SLOAN, Women's Networking Editor
"You can no longer save your family, tribe or nation. You can only save the whole world," the late, great, wise Margaret Mead once stated. Many of us - increasing numbers of us! - may easily agree with this in theory, but how many will commit large chunks of a complex and busy life to actually do something concrete about it? Peggi Erickson is such a devoted activist of a woman.

Creativity in Networking
By HARVEY MATHASON, Contributing Writer
Role Model For Time - Shawn Johnson is an American gymnast. She is the 2007 World All-Around Champion , as well as the 2007 U.S. National All-Around Champion. The remarkable attribute of Shawn Johnson is that she has disciplined herself to practice only four hours a day, while other gymnasts practice a minimum of six hours a day. She decided that gymnastics is important but does not comprise her entire life. She has planned her time for family, friends and extra curricula activities ...

Jetnetting
By HESHIE SEGAL, Contributing Writer
If you do not already have the proper clothing to make a positive first impression, now is the time to go shopping. Part III will give you the basic guidelines; follow them for your success.

Power Thought of the Week
By PATRICIA PARHAM, Ph.D., Contributing Writer
PowerNetworking is High Profile - You want to be seen – first and always making a strong, positive impression. It is about being centered in who you are and the values which guide and ground you and being focused on what you want and where you’re going with a sense of confidence, ease and grace. Always pull up those behind you and push up those before you and these same energies will work also for your good.

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TNNW: Week of June 29, 2008