Speaking and Communicating Podcast

How do you network effectively? Is it enough to just hand out your business cards? How do you navigate a room full of professionals that you wish to engage with?Zmia Bertaud, CEO & Founder of IIDE&I Consulting Group, owner of trucking company Appendage Logistics, a real estate investor and consultant, shares how the strides she has made in business have come from the power of networking. Their mission at IIDE&I is to assist in the improvements of an organization's workplace culture, professional relationships, partnerships and organizational perceptions through education that adds a scientific approach to problem-solving, decision-making, people management and business growth.She breaks down all the strategies that need to be in place, not just handing out business cards, in order to network effectively. There is an art to the process and to creating long-term sustainable business relationships. Her current mission is to motivate teachers to stay in the profession and to continue to make a positive impact, hence hosting a Teacher's Appreciation Conference on Saturday, May 14th, 2022 in Las Vegas, Nevada.Results driven, influential approach to teaching and mentorship, impacts the organizational morale in an effort to motivate growth, dependable with a longevity mind-set, constant student and teacher mentality, encompasses the vision and goal concept of an organization through plans and implementation, excellent interpersonal communicator that captures the hearts and minds of any crowd, team player of the Armed Forces for 20+ years, retired.Zmia is also a Ph.D student whose focus is to make corporate America understand the benefits that come from fully onboarding the previously incarcerated and creating an environment where they can display their optimal talents and skills.On this episode, she shares tips and strategies to network effectively.Listen as Zmia shares:- who should initiate the conversation when at a conference- how to break the ice when meeting other professionals- how to be unforgettable after exchanging business cards- how networking effectively increased her business success- how her network grew due to being the first one to initiate- what to focus on when networking at an event- your mindset when with those you consider higher-up- why networking with those in different industries will still benefit you...and so much more!Connect with Zmia:WebsiteWebsiteFacebookLinkedInAdditional Resources:"How To Network Effectively" w/ Merrill CharetteConnect with me:LinkedInFacebookInstagramE-mail: roberta4sk@gmail.comYouTubeLeave us a rating and a review on iTunes & Spotify:iTunesSpotify