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Connect with Yellow Dog Consulting in May!

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It’s the first of the month which means it’s time to check out your networking calendar and see where you need to be. If you haven’t been out networking lately I encourage you to pick ONE networking event in May that you can commit to. And if it’s one of these events, please let me know & I’ll keep my eye out for you!

Thursday, May 3rd

Geekwire Presents: Seattle 2.0 Startups Awards

I’m excited to catch up with the Geekwire team and the great community of innovators and supporters they always manage to bring together. The Startups Awards are also a great opportunity to catch up on the big startup news of the past year and get a glimpse of what’s ahead! Let me know if you’ll be attending!

Friday, May 11th  

NWEN Breakfast Buzz

NWEN is one of my favorite organizations; the breakfast buzz is a great opportunity to network with entrepreneurs and service providers around the Puget Sound. Plus, the breakfast rotates between Seattle & Bellevue – this month it’s in Seattle, unless the week gets too crazy, I’ll plan to be there! If you aren’t a member and want to check out NWEN let me know!

Wednesday, May 16th

Seattle Chamber Tradeshow

I have to say, I’m really excited to attend the tradeshow this year for the first time as an attendee NOT a vendor. I know some great folks who ARE vendors at the tradeshow, let me know if you need tips of the right folks to connect with. If you’re attending let me know so we can meet up!

Thursday, May 17th

eWomen Network

This is a fantastic networking event each month and THE place to learn how to most effectively network I believe. While 100 women might sound overwhelming, and it is, it’s one of the most welcoming and inviting networking groups I’ve ever seen.

Friday, May 25th, 11 AM

Dog Park Networking

This month let’s go back to Marymoor. Redmond is rarely the most convenient place to get to on a Friday, BUT after all the swimming and chasing after tennis balls, Hank needs a bath, and the best dog wash in the Puget Sound is at Marymoor –  so let’s go!

The Scent of Desperation

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Pippin: Refusing to leave Hank alone since 2010
Pippin: Refusing to leave Hank alone since 2010

It’s a very PNW attitude to not return phone calls or just ignore a situation until it goes away. And if you are in sales, you know it is really frustrating to just “give up.” However, make sure you’re mindful of the fact that sometimes, it’s just not the right fit. YES you have the perfect product for them, and YES their business would grow if they hired you. But here’s what will actually happen: they’re not going to say nice things about you all over town because you nagged and nagged and nagged them to hire you. You’re going to be “that desperate sales person” who people avoid at networking events. I know, I’ve heard it, and probably said it. If someone doesn’t want your product or service, don’t force them to buy it.

Give people an opt-out option. Make sure that people know what you sell AND make sure people know who your target market is so that if it’s not right for them, they can help you, not hide from you.

We know how to smell desperation in the Puget Sound, and I have yet to find someone who’s a fan of the scent.

Connect with Yellow Dog Consulting in April!

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Hank and his birthday treat last year
Hank's birthday treat!

It seems like maybe (knock on wood) we’re done with snow for a while. My tulips are starting to pop up and it’s time to get out of our caves and network more! Here’s a few places you can connect with Yellow Dog Consulting in April:

 

Friday, April 13th
NWEN Breakfast Buzz
NWEN is one of my favorite organizations; the breakfast buzz is a great opportunity to network with entrepreneurs and service providers around the Puget Sound. Plus, the breakfast rotates between Seattle & Bellevue – this month it’s in Bellevue, hope to see you there! If you aren’t a member and want to check out NWEN let me know!

 

Thursday, April 19th

eWomen Network

This is a fantastic networking event each month and THE place to learn how to most effectively network I believe. While 100 women might sound overwhelming, and it is, it’s one of the most welcoming and inviting networking groups I’ve ever seen.

 

Thursday, April 26th
NWEN Pub Night

Pub night – I don’t only attend, I’m also the committee chair (surprise, surprise)! Come network with other entrepreneurs and hear 5 brave start-ups pitch their idea to a well imbibed crowd!

 

Friday, April 27th 11 AM
Hank’s 6th Birthday Party!

That’s right folks – Hank’s 6th Birthday is upon us! It’s actually April 26th (well he’s a rescue so it’s actually a totally made up day) and he needs to go SWIMMING! Join us at Hank’s favorite place on earth, Marymoor Off Leash, for some swimming, running for tennis balls and then my favorite- the after park dog wash! Let me know if you’re joining in the birthday fun!