C2G Partners

Look up the word “chaos” in the dictionary, and you’ll probably see a picture of a small business owner. When you don’t document your processes, how your business works becomes a cluttered mess in your head (or someone else’s). But when her client services/office manager was out ill for a month, she realized something horrifying—and common to small business owners. Her consulting firm, Business Exponential, works with knowledge-based business owners who want to tame the chaos, improve profits, and build the company they always dreamed of.

For them, the holidays mean increased stress: dashing to decorate the house, elbowing through crowds at the mall, and fretting about the right gift or how to pay for it. Try to shop ahead of time, before things are picked over and you’re under pressure. If money is tight, suggest a family gift exchange with a spending limit. Don’t expect perfect decorations, a perfect meal, or perfect people.

As this is the time of year for holiday celebrations, we are focused on ensuring you have a great holiday season with tips on how to get the most out of the professional events that you must attend. Think of this as a time for creating new contacts, getting in front of key executives, and extending your new relationships into the future. They present the opportunity to meet new people and establish new relationships in a relaxed environment. If you cannot steer the conversation away from the touchy subject, graciously and politely leave the conversation so as not to alienate anyone or make them feel different because of a conflicting viewpoint.

One of the wonderful things about holiday celebrations is that they present the opportunity to meet new people, to network, and to establish lasting relationships with attendees. It becomes harder when you are not sure how many people you will know – or because your favorite showing of “A Charlie Brown Christmas” is on TV and you don’t want to miss it! Here’s why: Holiday parties are relaxed, yet still professional, environments where you can meet new people you otherwise may not have had the ability to do so. You can do this by: Knowing whether you can bring guests Being on time and not leaving too late Treating those around you with politeness and respect Regarding alcohol, it is important for you to know your limits when drinking.