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Make a name for yourself!

By Jennifer Kahnweiler | Friday, November 3, 2006, 08:28 AM

The Atlanta Journal-Constitution

I have had the chance to speak at several conferences lately and wonder why I always see the same names presenting each year.

I want to encourage you to get out there and start making a name for yourself. Your career will only benefit from putting yourself out there.

Professional meetings are BIG business. It’s actually a $123.3 billion dollar business, according to Meeting Professionals International.

If you are interested in moving up, across or even off of the corporate ladder, think about what you know and pitch a proposal to the professional organization in your field. Start at the local level. Partner with someone who has more experience and is known in the group.

You can even propose a panel and be the moderator. See an example at an upcoming conference being held in Atlanta next week - The International Alliance For Women - Global Forum

Employers usually are very supportive of this as it gains visibility for their brand and their quality talent. You benefit from the reputation you develop.

Attend a few planning meetings so that when you make a proposal you gain recognition and credability.

Have you presented a program and found it has helped your career? What obstacles have you found while doing this?

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By Calandra

November 6, 2006 8:51 AM | Link to this

I am interested in learning more about local organizations that invest in the future of women to rise to the next level. I would like to learn more about becoming a motivational speaker and arranger. Anyone that has any information on this inquiry, please submit to calandraac@yahoo.com. Thank you.

By kultur

November 6, 2006 9:57 AM | Link to this

i need a better job, im love carpentry, and im a easy fast learner

By Jennifer

November 7, 2006 2:20 PM | Link to this

Check out the Georgia Speakers Association which puts out a free newsletter with helpful tips. http://www.nsageorgia.org/splash.asp

By H.P.DUNCAN

November 10, 2006 10:46 AM | Link to this

BY H. P DUNCAN

I need a better job in technical sales or appliction engineering in the process control field. I am a senior level engineer and have held senior level management positions in engineering and sales.

By A Poole

November 13, 2006 12:35 PM | Link to this

I’m looking for anyone who would like to buy or sell their home. I’m new in the real estate business and any referals would be appreciated.