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May

The Myth About Networking

Posted by wbearyman  Published in Marketing

So I get invited to a networking function last week. Heck, I get invited to them every week. But this one I received a direct invitation from a potential client and referral partner and thought it would be a good idea to show up, schmooze, and talk business.
I take a break from my busy schedule [...]

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Tags: being black in business, black and white referrals, networking

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11

May

Does Customer Service Exist Anymore?

Posted by wbearyman  Published in Impressions

The title of this post is strictly for us black professionals. I hold us to a higher standard and expect our customer service to be top notch. But we already know my dilemma….
I was sitting at home this weekend watching TV when a commercial for a BBQ Rib Joint (yes I know how ebonical that [...]

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Tags: being black in business, being friendly in business, black attitudes in business, customer service

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11

May

Don't Walk On The Grass

Posted by wbearyman  Published in Impressions

I was working on a filming project last week, and had forgotten a few accessories from my truck. So I run outside to grab them, and start to head back into the buildling. I was about to cut across the yard when I froze in like mid step. Although I was outside by myself, I [...]

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Tags: be on your best behavior, being black in business, being under watch, don't walk on the grass, setting a good example

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11

May

Getting Fired Before You're Hired

Posted by wbearyman  Published in Impressions

We video taped our first wake service and funeral the other day. The request came in from a referral by a photographer colleague of ours. He gave the church a glowing recommendation and they called us up and asked were we available. No asking how much it costs, not trying to haggle the price, just [...]

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Tags: being black in business, fired before hired, following up referrals, referrals based on color

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4

May

When Money Can Talk You Right Back Into The Game

Posted by wbearyman  Published in Impressions

My cousin and I were sitting here watching an NBA playoff game the other day and he was telling me how his favorite team was the LA Lakers with his favorite player being Kobe Bryant.
We laughed about the Forum fans screaming “we want tacos!” as an indication that the LA Lakers are going to score [...]

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Tags: being black in business, kobe bryant, money talks

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