What was it all about?

At the meeting on Tuesday, June Lewis with Cabi Fashions showed us how to Dress for Success, and how much First Impressions really count. It was amazing how the smallest thing can make the biggest difference in your appearance. Kelley Crane, Linda Rule and Paula Pride were our fabulous models. Kelley looked stunning in her linen slacks and versatile top. Linda was 'Petite and Sophisticate' and Paula showed how the little black dress can go from day to evening in a flash!

Everyone was having a great time and then the time was gone. June suggested a longer version and a chance for everyone to get their own personal 'dress for success' tips. So we will be having another event at Kelley's office on May 11 at 5:30pm. Watch for an 'evite' in your email! If you don't receive it, please let me know and I will send you the details. Wine and hor'dourves will be served, so don't miss it and bring someone with you too!

Attendance has been down a little over the past couple of months due to scheduling conflicts. Being that we are all independant business women, the economy demands that we put our work first. Our meetings are just a little bonus that we squeeze in if we can to inspire and motivate us. Of course we don't want you to lose a sale or deal by attending our meetings. However, I do urge you to make it a priority to attend.

Networking works... if you work it!

At almost every meeting, a show of hands proves that the ones who are faithful have received business from attending.

On a very positive note, since the first meeting in May of last year, there has been one or more new attendees at every single meeting, which means that there's always a new opportunity at every meeting.

We also discussed several other networking venues and all are encouraged to attend as many events as possible. Annette Walden, who I consider the guru of networking has a list on her website that has the latest information on networking events for Hall, Forsyth, Lumpkin, and Dawson Counties. You can find that list at: http://www.paintedladyenterprises.com/ It's the best way to increase your business without the heavy costs of advertising. And there's nothing like the face to face, one on one encounter to build a relationship.

Speaking of meetings, at our next meeting Dr. Kara of Nature's Way Chiropractic will be speaking to us about Stress. Perfect timing, right when the kids will be getting out of school! Make sure to mark the date in your planner.

and lastly.....

Ryan's has a new general manager, Scott Talbot. Scott is very nice and is doing all he can to make us welcome and comfortable. Unfortunately, recent events have prompted the Ryans corporation to require that the front doors must remain locked until just before opening time. At future meetings, we will have a representative near the front door to let you in. If the door is locked, please wait and someone will be there to open it for you shortly.