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‘ 3 Annual Valentine’s NETWORKING
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THE PLAIN TRUTH
Share the Love Evening

An Intimate Concert Under the Stars by Joel Kessler

O ne of the golden rules of business has long been, “It’s not
what you know, but who you know” Although this little piece
of advice has significant implications for all of us, and it begs
the more important question: “Who don’t I know and what and who
do they know that I should know?” Of course, the logical follow-up is
“Where and how do I get to know them?”
You can’t always leave your home or office with the sole intent
that you are going to run into someone and create a networking
opportunity. Staring at name tags is more likely to create a sore
neck than it is an important business or social connection. That said
you should always be prepared to network when an unexpected
opportunity arises. Know your own elevator speech. Always try to
smile, and always be aware of what’s going on around you. Start a
conversation today. Approach someone; do not wait for them to
Monday, February 13, 2017 approach you. The key to creating connections is conversation. The relationship. A relationship could lead to new business and to long-

6:30 - 10:30pm secret of conversation is to ask open-ended high-gain questions, such term continued success.
as “What kind of work do you do?” For more networking tips contact Joel Kessler @ jkessler58@
The Portico at Oakes Estates, When you have a conversation, it may lead to a business earthlink.net or Andrea Nierenberg @ Andrea@nierenberggroup.com.
a private residence venue in North Naples FEATURED LISTINGS

Tickets: $250 per person
includes an entire evening of entertainment, Ventana at Tiburon Berkshire Lakes Manchester Square
dancing, gourmet food tastings, decadent
desserts, champagne, roses and more.
- limited to 40 couples.

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extended great room, Largest lot with lush landscaping
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Purchase tickets online: www.theporticonaples.com
Event Co-Hosts
or call 239-287-3964
Gail Kern Paster
Director emerita, This Evening’s Concert Benefi ts:
Folger Shakespeare Library

Kristen Coury Naples Bath and Tennis 6095 Pinnacle Ln #1301 • $335,000 1990 Bald Eagle Dr 201B • $258,000 2825 Leeward Ln
Founder and 2Br 2 Ba Lake and Sunset Views 3Br/2Ba 2 car garage. Sweeping Golf Course 2Br/2Ba Condo Serene Lake View, Very 4 Br+Den/ 4.5 Ba 3,700 sf under air. This
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Gulfshore Playhouse amenities, optional golf membership. to the best of Naples. views and sunsets. No bridges to the gulf.
Manchester Square
3br /2ba /2 car garage. Attached Villa beautiful features
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Realtor & Naples Specialist
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239.250.2985 | djdecaster@gmail.com | www.DougDeCaster.com
“Ich spreche auch Deutsch” 787 5th Ave S • Naples FL 34102

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