Jun 06
My interest in golf started a few years ago when I was enlisted by my husband, who had no TV or internet access at the time, to keep him apprised of a tournament that had gone into sudden death overtime. Before that, I had never considered golf an exciting or interesting sport to watch, or …
Apr 11
What a time I had at Forum this year. Greater Palm Beach Chapter did a fantastic job at providing multiple educational and networking opportunities, wonderful food and fun, industry partner/sponsor speakers and charismatic keynote speakers. What a wonderful added touch to be serenaded at breakfast by the a cappella group “Third Row Center“. From the …
Apr 08
Since I attended my first NAWIC Forum 4 years ago I was hooked. Spending the weekend networking with nearly 100 women from all different aspects of the construction industry is not only a blast it is priceless! These pictures are from Friday night’s Welcome Party which had a “Made in America” theme. You will notice …
Mar 24
I had a great time at NAWIC Jacksonville Chapter’s membership meeting on Tuesday night. As with any NAWIC event there was a lot of laughing, fun and learning. Jacksonville chapter’s very own Valinda Krynicki (aka Princess V) presented NAWIC’s Program in a Box “Hey, I remember her…” (Marketing Yourself). Valinda is the Business Development Representative …
Feb 07
I once overhead an Architect say, in a very humdrum tone “another Lunch & Learn, you know what that means…pizza or sandwiches and a fight to keep my eyes open”. Following the AIA Continuing Education System guidelines, the learning portion of the Lunch & Learn is very structured. There is not a lot room for …
Jan 20
This is a picture that I took while traveling to the Florida panhandle on a business trip. It was a cold day and the draft coming through the door made blow drying my hair extremely uncomfortable. I couldn’t believe the amount of energy and money being wasted by the lack of something so simple, weatherstripping. …
Jan 19
Jean L. Cox, CBT, an active member of the Greater Orlando Chapter of NAWIC for 14 years is a candidate for Region 3 Director 2011-2013. Our Greater Gainesville Chapter had the pleasure to have Jean as our January speaker and learn more about her and her desire to be our region’s director. Jean is the …
Jan 17
Traveling alone I am very picky about choosing a hotel. That used to mean paying a higher price for peace of mind. Then a friend of mine, another manufacturer representative, turned me on to Priceline. Now, I “name your own price” where ever I go. The only disadvantage is that you do not get to …
Nov 30
The Holiday Craziness Ensues I hope everyone had a wonderful Thanksgiving. Spending it however gave you the most joy. I loved having my family over and cooking for them all! My grandbaby is now 14 months and fast on his feet. He keeps his Grandma on her toes! This time of year the building industry …
Nov 15
Want an opening to end user relationships? So, what do you do after the project is over? If you are asked for a maintenance package do you keep a copy? Do you make one even if it’s not required? An idea I had when I was a distributor was to follow up with the end …
Nov 10
To contact me so I can help you increase your business. Here are just a few ways I can. Did you know I can help you with quotes for Mesker hollow metal or Design Hardware? Just send me your take off and I can price up the material for you. Need a sample of any …
Nov 08
I took time out this weekend to do something I love. On Saturday I woke up before the sun which also happened to be the first cold day of the season in central Florida, a chilly 37 degrees. I drove about 50 mins to spend 8 hours in the middle of the Osceola National Forest …
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