Although my business is only nine months old, the end of the year is a good time to reflect on how far I’ve come. Essentially, I’ve realized two things: networking is powerful, blogging and other writing is important. By doing both, I’ve kept myself from being forgotten or disregarded. These two activities are as important to business as diet and exercise are to a healthy body.
I’ve refocused my efforts. I have weeded out the time-wasting aspects of opportunism.
I’ve built new relationships – and strengthened old ones.

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