Linked In and Agent Seven, LLC

I have received an invitation to write posts for Linked In! So I will publish dually, and keep everyone updated. I just posted my first entry on Linked In, and it is a discussion on how I began Agent Seven. How this business is the reinvention of my life, and an invitation for others to share their stories with the reading public. Please feel free to check it out here:

LINKED IN BLOG

Olney Farmers & Artists Market opportunities knock!!

Because I feel that volunteering is very important, especially locally, I have been volunteering with the Olney Farmers And Artists Market for the last few years. It has also opened me up to new connections, allowed me to rekindle old ones, and best of all opened my three year old's eyes to the beauty and wonder of farm freshness.

The other volunteers as well as the vendors at the market are able to bring in local celebrities and political figures who are always good to know. Additionally, many key decision makers who live in the Olney area are in attendance. By offering my services to a good cause with great people for free, I am also able to market myself and my company without being a bother.

There is real value in volunteer work, for the soul and for the business. Perhaps whole food and farm fresh produce aren't for you? Well then you can volunteer your services someplace where you are comfortable. All the while you will not only make friends, you will meet key influencers at local, and in this area, national and international businesses.

Please also feel free to let me know if you are interested in this particular market, and I will be more than happy to put you in touch with the people who run it. There is also a wonderful blog on all of the activities located on Tumbler which shows off weekly shenanigans, as well as awesome pictures of ME!

Want to Improve your Google+ Profile?

I stumbled upon this great website/blog for assistance with improving your online presence. Many of us seem to neglect Google+ even though it seems that Google knows ALL. I snaked the infographic but really its worth the read to actually read the website and also to peruse other topics.

TWELVESKIP.COM

Women Business Owners of Montgomery County Networking Group

Yesterday for the first time I met with the WBO or Women  Business Owners of Montgomery County Networking Group at their free monthly breakfast (you pay your own tab, but the meeting is free) which was held at Silver Diner in Rockville. Can I just say that this particular network group has had the BEST energy out of any group I have met with so far.

While there were men in attendance, it was mostly women who were actually interested in helping each other succeed. I happened upon someone I had known only as an email contact from  WhatAParty who has helped another business owner I know from A Mothers Hand, LLC. Small world. If you are looking for a group to join, might I suggest this one! I have posted their site before, but I will again. Women Business Owners of Montgomery County.

My last plug for the WBO is their expo this August in Rockville. I will be in attendance as will many other Women Owners. It looks awesome. CHECK IT OUT!

 WBO Power Conference Website

How to turn LIKES into LEADS on Social Media

While perusing the internet for important information and new ways to increase business, I often stumble upon web pages of great resource. This is a blog called Jumplead, and it has a lot of really good information for Small Business. Check them out and see what you think!

The Jumplead Blog

Have you even started investigating what the SBA can do?

I have been surprised at how many people are currently running businesses that don't refer to the wealth of resources out there on the internet. Our government, no matter how you feel about them, can build a website. There is an amazing amount of information out there ,but people seem to be unable to take it in. That's how people like me become consultants.

If you are the industrious type and need some information please check out their website. It really is amazingly full of information .

US Small Business Association

To all the LADIES in the house!

Hey Ladies! Get funky y'all. Sorry I can't even hear the word without going directly to the Beastie Boys.

Okay, back to business. This is a great organization for women entrepreneurs in Montgomery County, MD. They also host a HUGE meeting in August. I know I will be there.

Women Business Owners of Montgomery County