Who’s in your network?

Posted by on Jun 27, 2013 in Blog | 1 comment

What do you think of when you hear the word “networking?” Swapping business cards with another person? Making small talk at a company event? Going to a conference to get business? Cultivating relationships with other professionals? Last week, I hosted a networking breakfast for executives who mentor in the Midwest WOMEN Unlimited LEAD program. Jeff Fischer, an executive from Chubb Insurance, says he asks everyone he mentors, “Who’s in your network?” because he considers networking a critical skill for emerging leaders. Instead of focusing on the number of business cards you collect or...

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West Suburban Living recognizes Deb as local author

Posted by on Jun 3, 2013 in Blog, News | 0 comments

West Suburban Living recognizes Deb as local author

Deb Hornell and her book earned a spot in the West Suburban Living magazine’s May/June 2013 issue. Page 18 of the print magazine and page 21 of the digital version describe the practical, story-telling approach behind Good Things for a Full Life: “Drawing on her successful experiences working with various people and organizations as a business consultant, Hornell reveals 40 lessons on how to make the most of one’s life. The book contains dozens of short stories based on Hornell’s own experiences as well as lessons learned from role models along the way.” Read...

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