Ok, I know this is a blog geared towards website development, SEO and online social media, but here is a cool tool that you can use for when you are meeting with new people at a networking event.  You know you are going to get that question “So, what do you do?”, so why not prepare a quick reply that sounds interesting, yet short and sweet.  It is easy with the Pitch Generating Tool from 15SecondPitch.com – just go to their website and follow the step-by-step directions.  In 10 minutes or less you’ll have an effective introduction to give at the next conference, Chamber gathering, business lunch or any other social occasional.

Are you using LinkedIn.com yet?

You should, as it is a great networking tool.  As I’m freeing up more time to use it more myself, I’m finding it is a great way to meet new people as well as a resource tool for finding other people you want to meet.

It is easy (and free!) to setup an account.  Once this is done, find some other people you know on LinkedIn and invite them to join your network.  I’ll get your network started – invite me to join your network and I’ll accept – my LinkedIn profile can be found athttp://www.linkedin.com/in/brenthaeseker

Tip: scan the questions area of the site for questions you are qualified to answer and post an answer.  This is probably the best way to get known to others on the site and build your network.