I just attended an event where Edie Hilliard gave a short talk on her experience in the radio industry. We all want to be “on the list.” It almost doesn’t matter which one—it could be anything from a VIP list for an event to an approved vendor or being the go-to guy. A certain amount of luck is always in play, but I believe that when you are educated and prepared, opportunities arise. If you approach life inquisitive like a student, teachers come.
I’ve never been one for top ten lists, and these ideas sound really simple…but they may help you branch out a little more than what you are doing today –
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Mentor: inside and outside of your business
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Network: genuinely help others; and it doesn’t matter what business you or they are in
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Volunteer: take on projects that demonstrate your leadership to others
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Join a group that matches your interests
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Attend neighborhood councils, get active in your community
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Join a book club
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Read your local newspaper, and get inspired to get involved in your community
… if all those fail, get a dog – you can even connect with people at the local dog park.
What activities have you participated in that have helped you Do Well By Doing Good?
