Thriving in the 21st Century

In this Issue:

• Intro
• Suddenly Downsized
• The Pace of Knowledge and its Application
• Marketplace Mandatory Skills for Business and Life
• Powering Your Personal Leadership Continuum
• Fuel for CSC
• Special Offer 
• Complimentary Resources

Happy New Year! 

Hope all had wonderful holidays and are excited about the year ahead!

My  newsletters had taken a slight hiatus, as I had to take a step back to focus on the systems of my business. Working the systems isn’t quite as much fun as interacting with all of you; however, it is something huge to concentrate on for business growth.  Focusing on the clarity of what I have been creating has been a must and  has been a challenging proposition. What I do so naturally & do in such an integrated way, has been difficult for me to breakdown.  As more clarity and systems have been gained, I can now resume the consistency of my newsletter. Looking forward to the year ahead with YOU!

 Warm Regards,

 Marie

 Suddenly downsized

When I was suddenly downsized approximately two years ago, I, along with many others  who experienced this,  again learned the true meaning of creating life in your vision rather than relying on the actions of others in business or life to determine that for you.   It reemphasized the mantra that constant growth is a mainstay to achieving your goals in work and in life. Constant growth means getting out of your comfort zone. Growing means seeking and participating in constant personal and professional development. Build your strong foundation by identifying  your passions, strengths and abilities while  clarifying your purpose and vision. When you work this process, you begin to work towards creating work/life balance and fulfillment.

 The Pace of Knowledge and its Application

The world has forever changed and technology has increased the pace of the transfer of knowledge and change by “light years”.

Increasing knowledge is one aspect of learning. Without application and intentional direction of knowledge, knowledge is not power.  Goals, deliberate practical applications, accountability and reassessment are all key to successful knowledge application.  

In order to identify aspects that contribute to your knowledge and growth for whole person leadership, CSC created the Building Blocks of Connection which represent important knowledge connections : Authentic, Relationship, Learning, Time, Productivity, The Plan & Support.

Today’s global, rapidly changing world represents knowledge opportunity!

Marketplace Mandatory Skills for Business & Life

* The ability to brand and market yourself with the skill to communicate this

   in person & virtually

*  Knowledge of your strengths, as well as your gaps, so you can surround

   yourself with a complete team (personally and professionally) and aren’t left

   vulnerable with blind spots.

*  The ability to think like entrepreneurs (outside of the box, innovation,

    problem solving)

*  To embrace diversity in others including thinking styles, affective    

   differences and cultures

*  To create strong relationships

Powering your Personal Leadership Continuum

All of the above are traits that power your personal leadership continuum which begins with your empowerment. We are all leaders whether we hold the position or not.  We all  hold the power to influence.  

Personal Leadership Foundation Fuels Maximizing Business Performance and Cultivates Business and Life Success.

Fuel for CSC Services

All described in this newsletter is the foundation for my company and embedded in the variety of services we provide: Power Training for groups, corporations and individuals. I didn’t set out to create all of this; it has authentically  evolved! In summary and figurative terms, we’re no longer talking about getting on the  bus, we are talking about flying  on the mother ship.  If you want to fly successfully, the above referenced is your travel map.

 Special Offer

Contact me for your complimentary 30 minute consultation or to be a guest at this Thursday’s Mastermind Power Connection ™. Good through 1/31/11.

Visit my website for further information:  http://www.centerforsocialconnections.com

 Work /Life Effectiveness Services  

• Mastermind Power Connection (TM) Groups 
• One-on-One Power Training Sessions/Packages 
• Interactive Workshops 
• Presentations and Training 
• Social/Networking Events 

 Mastermind Power Connection (TM)

• New Sessions Begin Starting 1/13/11
• Innovative Business, Professional, and Personal Connection Forum for Business Professionals and Entrepreneurs
• Maximizing Business Performance, Increasing Market Presence & Market Share, Peer Presentations, Personal Branding, Work/Life Balance and MORE!
• 12 Hours of Group Sessions
• Goal Setting – Brainstorming – Action Plan – Accountability
• Customized for You: Your goals, Priorities, Challenges, Talents & Strengths
• Six Half-Hour Private Power Training Sessions all about YOU!

  Blog Talk Radio Resources
Download Any Time or Listen Live Every Tuesday, 11:30 am (EST)  

 Great Radio Show!

TU 1/11/11 11:30 AM EST

 “Increase Revenues, Business Value & Enjoy Life as a Business Owner” Guest:  David Finkel, Ex-Olympic-level athlete turned business multi-millionaire, David is one of the nation’s most respected business thinkers.

 Upcoming Shows:

 “The Empowerment Mindset”,

Emotional Intelligence, The Power of Networking & so much more!

 First Tuesday of Each Month: Special Show for Singles

 More Social Networking Events for All Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs TBA 

 Past Radio Shows:

 Branding:   12/15/09, 6/29/10 &  8/24/10.

 Global Leadership: 11/23/10 & 11/30/10.

 Over 47 shows to choose from!

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/the-power-connection

                   

Connect with me!

*LinkedIn

*Twitter

*Facebook

CSC Serves:

* All Business

   Professionals &

   Entrepreneurs

  Marie Pijanowski          678.689.7859                    http://www.centerforsocialconnections.com

The Heart and Soul of Life and Business: Building Relationships!

 Supporting Resources to Build Relationships

• ·    Blog Talk Radio Shows
• ·    Mastermind Power Connection (TM)

Newest Offerings: 

*Personal Leadership plus Networking, *Personal & Team Leadership plus Networking

Expert Speaker Events

Series

• ·    Social Networking Events

Blog Talk Radio Shows

Tuesdays, 11:30 AM (EST) Listen from phone lines, your computer or download anytime.

http://www.blogtalkradio.com/the-power-connection

“Maximizing Working Smarter through an Efficiency Engineer” Alicia Butler Pierre, Owner, Equilibria 2/16 http://www.eqbsystems.com

“Teacher for Life” Nancy Davis, Relationship Coach, 2/23 http://www.bhwandw.com    

Upcoming Radio Guests: Steve Beecham, Wendy Watkins

 Mastermind Power Connection ™

Intro to Personal Leadership Series  Plus Networking!

 Society and leadership have shifted…today’s leaders are great collaborators and initiate from grass root movements and networks.  Relationship building is key in life and in career/business. Are you today’s leader? Are you a role model for building strong relationships? Are fulfilling relationships prevalent in your life and career/business?

•  Enrich your leadership foundation
• Build effective relationships
• Create & nurture your network
• Enhance Interpersonal Skills
• Learn to operate from your unique strengths
• Improve your understanding & interaction with others
• Lead from your core foundation – authenticity

Presented By:

Marie Pijanowski, Founder, Center for Social Connections http://www.centerforsocialconnections.com

 Maria Forbes, Owner, Firepower ™ Business Catalyst http://www.linkedin.com/in/mariacforbes

 Farah Mihoubi, Founder, 360 Degrees Consulting http://www.360dconsulting.com

 Tuesday, February 23^rd 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Five Seasons Brewery at the Prado 5600 Roswell Road Sandy Springs 30342

$10 includes presentation, appetizers & networking

Register: marie@centerforsocialconnections.com

Relationships Rule Now & Beyond!

 Intro to Personal & Team Leadership Series  Plus Networking!

 A new era has developed, providing opportunities for those who know growth and change must be a constant. Effective team management stems from strong personal leadership. Creating strategic alliances, strong networks and creative problem solving are differentiating actions separating today’s sought after collaborators.  Relationship building is key in career/business, as well as life. Working through challenge and interacting  effectively, as well as authentically, are paramount in experiencing success and fulfillment.  Programs, companies and individuals are seeking this emergent individual and leader. More than ever before, transition and transformation are key movements defining your personal leadership. Has your personal leadership evolved?  Is your team or company innovating and creating a strong relational model?

•  Evolve  your personal and team leadership
• Build strategic alliances and lasting relationships with clients
• Create & nurture your network
• Enhance Interpersonal Skills
• Operate from your unique strengths and position your team to do the same
• Improve your understanding & interaction with others
• Authentically interact with peers, staff and clients for real results
• Presented By:

Marie Pijanowski, Founder, Center for Social Connections http://www.centerforsocialconnections.com

 Maria Forbes, Owner, Firepower ™ Business Catalyst

http://www.linkedin.com/in/mariacforbes

 Farah Mihoubi, Founder, 360 Degrees Consulting http://www.360dconsulting.com

***************************************************************************************************Tuesday, March 9th 7:00 – 8:00 pm

Ray’s Killer Creek  1700 Mansell Road Alpharetta, GA 30004

$10 includes presentation, appetizers & networking

Register: marie@centerforsocialconnections.com

 Relationships Rule Now & Beyond!

  Expert Speaker Events

Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm; Fridays 1:00-3:00 pm.

2/ 18 Th

“Getting In Touch with Your Brand” Speaker: Jeff & Kendra Armacost, Owners, Whole Brain Creative http://www.wholebrainbrands.com

2/19 Fri

“Know Your Type”, Speaker: Farah Mihoubi, Owner, 360 Degree Consulting http://www.360dconsulting.com

 Mastermind Power Connection ™

This is not just ANY Mastermind group! This is an innovative growth forum designed and customized for you in pursuit of your goals, to continually increase your business and life effectiveness, while you receive practical solutions from coaches who have expertise in specific areas, including:  relationship-building including strategically building your network, creative promotion of your business including social media applications, time management, work efficiency, work/life balance, and other topics of relevance to propel you and your business/career forward.

  Social Networking Events

 “Social Networking for Professionals who Happen to be Single” ™ plus Lock n Key Event March 10^th

“Special Wine Tasting & Social Networking for Professionals who Happen to be Single” April 14^th

Above events:  http://www.centerforsocialconnections.com

Connections for Business Growth and Personal Growth

December/January

Events/Programs

• Radio Shows on Tuesdays 11:30 EST : Dr Avila, Maria Forbes, Farah Mihoubi
• “Social Networking for Professionals who Happen to be Single” December 2
• Mastermind Power Connection for Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs starting January 8th
• Mastermind Power Connection for Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs who Happen to be Single starting January 14th

Hosting “Understand and Apply the Power of Compatibility to Grow Your Business & Your Personal Life” by Dr. Alexander Avila. Tuesday, December 1st 11:30 AM EST http://www.blogtalkradio.com/the-power-connection

 New economy, new rules…no leeway for ineffectiveness. To effectively compete and grow, incorporate the impending discussion and applications as part of your 2010 strategy:

 * Increase understanding and development of others * Identify and enhance the motivation of others * Develop effective teams to make sure all relevant capabilities are represented * Ensure tasks & project responsibilities are understood and implemented * Apply these actions as it relates to peers, team members, and clients

 Less time, Increased pressure…no leeway for an ineffective or non-existent support team. To have increased fulfillment and success, enhance or attract your positive personal support team. Your personal relationships help support your business success & life fulfillment.

 To enhance personal relationships: * Create a division of labor that works for both of you * Communicate with one another in an effective way based on individual differences

 To attract personal relationships: * Drill down to your authentic * Use a guided approach to locate: best candidates for long term relationships & where these candidates can be found

 Dr. Avila is an author of two best selling books, a nationally syndicated columnist, TV and radio personality, and acclaimed personal speaker and coach. Additionally, he is a respected educator and prize-winning researcher and holds 4 graduate degrees including one in law and a Ph.D. in clinical psychology. He has been featured and interviewed on CNN, ABC, and CBS news; People, Latina, the Los Angeles Times, and many others.

 “Social Networking Celebration for Business Professionals who Happen to be Single” Wednesday, December 2nd 6:30-8:30 pm

Complimentary celebration of you & what’s to come, the holiday season & my one year anniversary as a solopreneur! Abundant complimentary appetizer buffet, synergistic people and live piano bar entertainment. Investment: Canned goods for The Food Bank. Brookwood Grill Restaurant 880 Holcomb Bridge Road Roswell 30076 Limited spots. Please RSVP ASAP!

“Mastermind Power Connection for Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs for All”

New Sessions start January 8th and run thru March 19th

Mastermind is one of the most powerful things you can do to realize your vision, your goals and your dreams. The Mastermind Principle is & has been practiced by the most successful people: Napoleon Hill, Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, Bill Gates & thousands of others!

Ours is a cutting edge program that is all about being PROACTIVE in the marketplace as well as in your life. Team and further synergy are developed through brainstorming, sharing connections, encouragement, resources, strategy, goal accountability, enhancing core capabilities, achieving break through experiences and much, much more.

Surround yourself by people who want you to succeed, who will provide constructive feedback for you, who will provide you with resources to help you grow in POWER & give you the edge not only to achieve your goals, but to far surpass them. Prior and current groups have said it’s the best group they ever joined and has exceeded their expectations.

 Meeting format particulars include: regular two hour meetings: 1st & 3rd week of each month, conference calls 2nd & 4th week of each month, new topic discussions each meeting, fantastic expert facilitators, a group limit of 12, participant synergy application process & 18 hours+ of group coaching!

Various days & times available: Fridays early/mid morning, 1-3 pm, Tuesdays 1-3 pm, possibly 6:30-8:30 pm, Thursday evenings 6:30-8:30 pm

Locations available including satellites ATL/Vinings – Copeland’s Cumberland 3131 Cobb Parkway SE, Suite 200, Atlanta, 30339, Sandy Springs TBD, John’s Creek TBD, Copeland’s Buckhead 3365 Piedmont Rd NE, Suite 1350 Atlanta 30305, Perimeter TBD

Investment: $297 includes plated meal at each meeting. Options: $267 Early bird rate by 12/15/09 or paid in full rate $267; Two payments of $141- First payment 12/29. Second payment 1/22

For further information, Marie Pijanowski marie@centerforsocialconnections.com 678.689.7859

“Mastermind Power Connection for Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs who Happen to be Single”

 New Sessions start January 8th and run thru March 19th

Mastermind is one of the most powerful things you can do to realize your vision, your goals and your dreams. The Mastermind Principle is & has been practiced by the most successful people: Napoleon Hill, Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, Bill Gates & thousands of others!

 Ours is a cutting edge program that is all about being PROACTIVE in the marketplace as well as in your life. Team and further synergy are developed through brainstorming, sharing connections, encouragement, resources, strategy, goal accountability, enhancing core capabilities, achieving break through experiences and much, much more. Surround yourself by people who want you to succeed, who will provide constructive feedback for you, who will provide you with resources to help you grow in POWER & give you the edge not only to achieve your goals, but to far surpass them. Prior and current groups have said it’s the best group they ever joined and has exceeded their expectations.

Meeting format particulars include: regular two hour meetings: 1st & 3rd week of each month, conference calls 2nd & 4th week of each month, new topic discussions each meeting, fantastic expert facilitators, a group limit of 12, participant synergy application process & 18 hours+ of group coaching! Various days & times available: Fridays early/mid morning, 1-3 pm, Tuesdays 1-3 pm, possibly 6:30-8:30 pm, Thursday evenings 6:30-8:30 pm

Locations available including satellites: ATL/Vinings – Copeland’s Cumberland 3131 Cobb Parkway SE, Suite 200, Atlanta, GA 30339, Sandy Springs TBD, John’s Creek TBD, Copeland’s Buckhead 3365 Piedmont Rd NE, Suite 1350 Atlanta 30305, Perimeter TBD

Investment: $297 includes plated meal at each meeting. Options: $267 Early bird rate by 12/15/09 or paid in full rate $267; Two payments of $141- First payment 12/29. Second payment 1/22

For further information, Marie Pijanowski marie@centerforsocialconnections.com 678.689.7859

Mastermind Power Connection…Connection Details

Mastermind Power Connection….Connection Details

Your Power Realized thru Mastermind

Mastermind is one of the most powerful things you can do to realize your vision, your goals and your dreams.  See below to see if anything resonates with you!

Where are you now?  Is your business growing at the rate you would like it to?  Is your career satisfying?  Are you where you want to be on the corporate ladder?  Is the place you are one of happiness? Success?  Fulfillment? Dream achievement? Status quo? Wherever you are, your thoughts and belief systems are what got you there! When is the last time you have allowed yourself to dream? To be happy?  Do you think you have to settle in life? Do you know you are just as capable of achieving your goals and dreams as the next person? Do you have all the resources you need? Do you realize that if you keep on doing what you are doing, you will keep on getting what you have? Is that what YOU want? Are you currently in the state of readiness to give freely and receive so you can achieve your goals and dreams? 

Where you could be…Harnessing mind power!  Discovering the power of minds working together in a synergistic way to accomplish goals, offering support, sharing resources and developing community. Mastermind is a place where this happens and growth occurs. 

Are you tough enough to make things happen? It gets tough sometimes for every single person.  It was tough for Helen Keller, too, but somehow she managed to not only get through the day, manage her disabilities, program her mind, create a place for herself in history and become an unbelievable source of inspiration for the world!

Yes, YOU  are tough enough because you have the power to control your mind and habits.

Is your mind made up to succeed and/or is there an option?  In Mastermind Groups, you will further train your mind , further define your purpose and enhance your habit of persistence.  You will need to discover what your plan is to give freely to others in order that you receive reciprocity in the way of goal and dream achievement.  There is a universal law:  nobody gets something for nothing.  Great ideas start with good intentions; Results only happen with plans.

Is knowledge truly power?

Knowledge , in pure form, does not give yield, unless it is directed.  Purposefulness harnesses knowledge. The mind of one person is great; the minds of a synergistic group of people are an unstoppable marvel! This power is harnessed on all of you achieving your goals. who will help you achieve your goals.

Collaborate with other high achievers

There is a high level of competition in the workplace and the market. 

Do you belong to a referral group and are left unfulfilled because this depth can’t be created.

Peel the layers.

Those who know me, know I’m a high energy person. I have good follow through and a positive mental attitude. I have achieved many great goals I have set for myself. Because I have aligned with others who have done this as well and who are striving for more, it has motivated me to adjust my vision and to remove the limits I had placed on it. Because I have been a motivator most of my life, and motivated others around me I would have never thought a Mastermind group would catapult me to the next level. I was happy being happy & goal oriented. Now that I truly know within my heart, mind & soul, what can be achieved…I wonder had I done this earlier in my life where I would be now.  I have half a life yet, God willing, & since I know the greats were people just like you and me, but they used masterminds & coaches.  Imagine where we all could be .

Your belief systems come into play.

Success, no matter how small, breeds more success. Revise vision or ReVision!

You know how one person can make a difference by smiling or complimenting you during a bad day…imagine the power of an entire group who want you to succeed

Making the Mastermind Connection

Today:  The economic climate, the rate at which globalism and technology are changing our world and the high level of competition in the workplace, as well as the market, warrant you to be the best product you can be while also living your life with happiness and fulfillment.  

Solution: Mastermind Groups accelerate your success, as well as take you to levels you never thought possible.

 How do I know this?  I’ve experienced this first hand.  Additionally, the Mastermind Principle was identified and has been in existence since the early 1900’s.

Mastermind Group Participants:  Andrew Carnegie, Charles Schwab, Dr. Alexander Graham Bell, Theodore Roosevelt, Henry Ford, Bill Gates, Warren Buffett, and thousands more.

Napoleon Hill After twenty years of research, Napoleon confirms the Mastermind Principle by stating: “The Most Successful People In Life Never Reach The Top All By Themselves!” 

What is a Mastermind Group?

A Mastermind Group is harnessing the power of minds working together in a synergistic way to accomplish set goals, receive support, share resources and develop community. It’s the opportunity to collaborate with other high achievers to gain feedback in a climate of trust and to gain access to a collection of knowledge at your finger tips. Test out your ideas, brainstorm solutions to your challenges amongst peers of different perspectives, and share your knowledge with others to give back. Imagine the power of an entire group wanting you to succeed!  An additional way this group increases productivity is through motivation and accountability for reporting on the progress of goals and accomplishment during the time period.

For further information, Marie Pijanowski marie@centerforsocialconnections.com  678.689.7859

“Mastermind Power Connection Sessions start January 8^th and run thru March 19^th

The Mastermind Principle is & has been practiced by the most successful people:  Napoleon Hill, Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, Bill Gates & thousands of others!

Ours is a cutting edge program that is all about being PROACTIVE in the marketplace as well as in your life. Team and further synergy are developed through brainstorming, sharing connections, encouragement and much, much more. 

 Surround yourself by people who want you to succeed, who will provide constructive feedback for you, who will provide you with resources to help you grow in POWER & give you the edge not only to achieve your goals, but to far surpass them.   Prior and current groups have said it’s the best group they ever joined and has exceeded their expectations.   

Meeting Format

•  Regular Two Hour Meetings: 1st & 3rd week of each month
• Conference Calls: 2nd & 4th week of each month 
• New topic discussions each meeting
• Brainstorming
• Fantastic resource speakers
• Group limit 12
• Participant synergy application process
• Various days & times available: Fridays 7 – 9am, 9-11am, 1-3 pm, Tuesdays 1-3 pm, possibly 6:30-8:30 pm, possibly Thursday evenings
• Locations available including satellites:  ATL/Vinings, Sandy Springs, John’s Creek, Buckhead
•  Empower your true potential, career and/or business by becoming a Mastermind Power Connection Member
•  Investment: $297 includes plated meal at each meeting. Options: $267 Early bird rate by 12/15/09 or  paid in full rate $267; Two payments of $141- First payment 12/29. Second payment 1/22
• “Mastermind Power Connection for Business  Professionals & Entrepreneurs who Happen to be Single”     Tuesdays or Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm
• “Mastermind Power Connection for Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs”  Various days & times available: Fridays 7 – 9am, 9-11am, 1-3 pm, Tuesdays 1-3 pm, possibly 6:30-8:30 pm, possibly Thursday evenings

Is your mind made up to succeed?  Is failure not an option?

This is the stuff they don’t teach you in school or in the workplace.

Though I’m a sincere person of integrity, you don’t have to take my word for it. There are countless examples of the Mastermind principle at work:   Look at Andrew Carnegie. Do your own due diligence to satisfy curiosity.

Testimonials on Center for Social Connections Mastermind Groups

“This is the best group I ever joined! Being part of this Mastermind group has given me accountability towards my goals, a group of people to bounce ideas off of, brainstorm with, get feedback from, and share leads, with the added bonus of making new friends! ~ Teryl Jackson, Teryl Jackson Photography

 “Marie is very comfortable with people of all professions and working with entrepreneurs of all levels to promote business and personal, growth and connections. She understands business peoples’ concerns and knows how to manage business meetings effectively.”

“Marie is one of the most dynamic and charismatic individuals you will ever meet. She is competent and highly engaged at every level, whether it be business, social or personal. Marie has the ability to weave connections between people and create relationships designed to enhance your business or your personal life.” – Meral Clarke, Owner

“I have been participating in one of her Mastermind Networking Groups for some time now & have been extremely impressed with not only the quality of the contacts I have made but also with the spirit & professionalism of the group. It is by far one of the best managed groups I have ever participated in. I highly recommend CSC’s services to anyone .” – Elise Aunapu, Owner, Gambrell Designs

“Through this group, I have become aware of so many things to help me grow my business.  I’m developing my brand, doing more effective marketing, becoming better at self-promotion, creating more effective business practices, increasing my self- confidence, learning a great deal from the others in the group and networking more effectively! I couldn’t imagine not continuing on in this group! Marie is an excellent group leader as she keeps us focused on our goals and has an unbelievable energy which she shares.”
Robin Bhatia, Director
Creative Software Solutions, Inc. 

The program has exceeded my expectations.  Our core group came from very different backgrounds where we were able to draw from a wide range of experience and creativity to help one another.  The goal of accountability was a big plus.  It’s so easy to put off making that call or sending that correspondence when no one knows you need to do this to enlarge your client base and make your business more viable.  Monica Schreiber, Green Track Solutions, LLC

My Credentials

• 30 years experience facilitating, managing, training groups and creating programs  
• Successful entrepreneur who created high profitability in two businesses.  Awarded Top Ten Business in Amarillo, TX, as well as numerous awards and certifications.
• Chosen as Lead Trainer to deliver the “Be Remarkable” program, the Ritz Carlton Training Program.
• Bachelor of Science, Education

Mission for Mastermind Power Connection

Through the power of the group & facilitator, the individuals will work synergistically to achieve growth in their personal & business life.

It’s been a high for me to see the light bulbs go off in people’s heads as they see how EFFECTIVE connections and relationship building  strengthens their business & enhances their lives.  This translates into DOING BUSINESS and GREAT RELATIONSHIPS!  I love what I do!

 

Center for Social Connections Newsletter Nov 23 2009

 

 “Connections Inspire!”  

Only
You are only what you give
You reap only where you’ve sown
You attract only what you respect
You create only what you say
You become only what you honor
You overcome only what you face
You trust only what you believe
You have only what you let go
You lose only what you hold on to
And your goodness is only reflected in your legacy

Alvin Augustus Jones  

Greatest of greetings to you! Thank you for all of your support, participation,  positive thoughts and connections.   

   Wishing you a joy-filled holiday season! Create this season for joy and to nurture the spirit from which this season was created.  Enjoy quality connection to yourself, as well as others.  Honor your relationships! Disregard perfection and embrace the spirit.   

 Connection Tip

Reconnect with friends or family even if you won’t be seeing them. An ingenious way of doing this would be to do an all conference call.  Link on to:  http://www.freeconferencecall.com to get your personal conference call number and distribute this as well as the code.  Coordinate time (including time zones) of call with the participants and everyone can take turns in bringing people up to speed with their current news.  You may need to set the timer for each one and give each one 5-10 minutes depending on how many are on the call.  Don’t forget to LinkIn, Twitter & Facebook with them! I’m doing this with a group of college friends.   There are so many people I want to connect with yet there are still only 24 hours in a day!  Enjoy!  Would love to hear feedback on how this went.  

My sincere pleasure in being connected to you! Happy Thanksgiving!  

 November, December & Future Events

For Everyone

* Hosting Radio Show Interview “Creating Positive Energy to Feed Business &   Personal  Relationships!” Guest: Karen Krasnov 11/24

 * Mastermind Power Connection  for Business Professionals &    Entrepreneurs” 12/4, New Jan 2010 Sessions   For Those who Happen to be Single

 * Mastermind Power Connection  for Business Professionals &        Entrepreneurs who Happen to be Single” 12/3, New Jan 2010 Sessions

* “Social Networking for Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs who  Happen to be Single” 12/2, 1/12, 2/3, More 2010 Dates

 *  CSC Upcoming Events

*  Events Around Town   

 “The Power Connection” BlogTalk Radio Show

 Live shows occur weekly on  Tuesdays 11:30AM EST. You may download episodes of previous shows at any time. http://www.blogtalkradio.com/the-power-connection   

 An Inspirational Thanksgiving Story: “Creating Positive Energy to Feed Business & Personal Relationships!”  Featuring guest speaker Karen Krasnov,Fitness & Relationship Specialist 

  This Tuesday, November 24th, 11:30am -12:30 pm (EST),
Bridge: 646.595.2170 No Pin needed or click on the link above to listen via your computer.   

Enjoy this poignant interview and realize the power of perspective, as well as how truly rich and blessed we are. Additionally, you will take away strategies on creating and nurturing  long term relationships, creating and maintaining positive attitude, how adaptability serves and how happiness is about truly giving and developing strong relationships.   ****************************************************************************************************                                                            Events for All Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs

 “Mastermind Power Connection for Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs”  Session starts January 8^th & runs thru March 19^th

The Mastermind Principle is & has been practiced by the most successful people:  Napoleon Hill, Andrew Carnegie, Thomas Edison, Bill Gates & thousands of others! Ours is a cutting edge program that is all about being PROACTIVE in the marketplace as well as your life. Team and further synergy are developed through brainstorming, sharing connections, encouragement and much, much more. 

 Surround yourself by people who want you to succeed, who will provide constructive feedback for you, who will provide you with resources to help you grow in POWER & give you the edge not only to achieve your goals, but to far surpass them.  Fantastic guest speakers on appropriate topics. Prior and current groups have said it’s the best group they ever joined and has exceeded their expectations.   

 Various days & times available: Fridays 7 – 9am, 9-11am, 1-3 pm, Tuesdays 1-3 pm, possibly 6:30-8:30 pm, possibly Thursday evenings

Regular Two Hour Meetings: 1st & 3rd week of each month Conference Calls: 2nd & 4th week of each month 

Locations available including satellites:  ATL/Vinings, Sandy Springs, John’s Creek, Buckhead

Empower your true potential, career and/or business by becoming a Mastermind Power Connection Member.

 Investment: $297 includes plated meal at each meeting. Options: $267 Early bird rate by 12/15/09 or  paid in full rate $267; Two payments of $141- First payment 12/29. Second payment 1/22

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  Events for Professionals & Entrepreneurs who Happen to be Single

  “ Mastermind Power Connection for Business  Professionals & Entrepreneurs who Happen to be Single”    Session starts January 8^th & runs thru March 19^th Tuesdays or Thursdays 6:30-8:30 pm See above description

“Social Networking for Professionals who Happen to be Single”

 Free Event “Social Networking Celebration for Business Professionals who Happen to be Single”

 Wednesday, December 2nd 6:30 pm

Complimentary celebration of you & what’s to come, the holiday season & my one year anniversary  as a solopreneur! Abundant complimentary appetizer buffet, synergistic people and live piano bar entertainment. Investment: Canned goods for The Food Bank. Brookwood Grill Restaurant 880 Holcomb Bridge Road Roswell  30076. Limited spots. Please RSVP ASAP!

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                 Prior registration for all events required.

Contact marie@centerforsocialconnections.com  www.centerforsocialconnections.com   678.689.7859 ********************************************************************************* ***** ***** *****      Visit my profile on LinkedIn!          www.linkedin.com/in/mariepijanowski 

Connect with me on Twitter!  http://www.twitter.com/mariepijanowski 

 Chat with me on Facebook!    www.facebook.com/marie.pijanowski

Find me on Meetup                 www.meetup.com/center-for-social-connections-group 

Visit our blogs:         

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   CSC Upcoming Events

Mastermind Power Connection Sessions starting January 8th- Now Enrolling!  

 Quarterly Social Networking Events for ALL Business Professionals & Entrepreneurs  

 “Social Networking for Professionals who Happen to be Single” now combined with additional events: Dialog in the Dark, Lock and Key Event and more: 1/12, 2/3, from then on to be held the 2nd Wednesday of each month.  

 Around Town Events   

 Special Events at Cobb Energy Center Attend with some like-minded people.  For more information  

 “Stuck at Home No More”  Wednesday, December 30th 6:30 pm  Join in with this comfortable group and enjoy complimentary appetizers,drink specials and karaoke.  For more information

South Africa Feb 2010
Fully escorted by a knowledgeable and personable guide raised in South Africa   Trip will include wild game viewing at a private lodge in the greater Kruger National Park area, as well as touring the Garden Route,  Cape wine farms, and Cape Town attractions.   For more information. 

   
Marie Pijanowski

Founder, Connection Coach, Trainer

Center for Social Connections

….create connections for growth and relationships!

678.689.7859

 

 

 

www.centerforsocialconnections.com

 

 

 

 

 

“Creating Relationships with Social Media, Events & Business Professionals”

“Creating Relationships with
Social Media, Events & Business Professionals”

The “Learn & grow outside of your comfort zone
in order to realize your true potential.”

Events for All Business Professionals

CSC “Connect to Mastermind” for Entrepreneurs
Friday, Friday, July 24th, August 7th, August 21st 1:30-3:00 pm
Resources, Growth, Accountability, Peer Relationships & Support for Professionals- Prior approval needed. Limited seating. New group starting in September.

“Connect to Your Social Media Strategy: Develop Your Strategy for Results” – Level 1″

Co-Facilitated with Chad Rothschild, Author/Speaker, Blog Off Finalist & Senior Account Director, Summit Marketing, Marketing & Branding Expert http://www.chadrothschild.com
Thursday, July 30th, 1:00-4:00 pm
Mansour Center 995 Roswell Road , Marietta 30060 http://www.mansourcenter.com
Recession buster price $29 (Regularly $99)

Twitter, Blogs, Facebook, LinkedIn, API’s, SEO’s…Overwhelmed with the social media frenzy? Not sure what to do or if this really applies to you? Roll up your sleeves & get ready to dig in to develop, refine or update your plan based on your brand. Material will be presented and there will be working “break-out” sessions. We will have worksheets for this “hands on” session so you can create your plan with understanding. This is integrated social media relationship
marketing made to apply!

Why You Can Not Afford to Miss (Don’t Be Left Behind Wondering What Happened !)

1. Learn the NEW Marketing & Communication Tools

2. Learn to Engage Your Customers & Prospects

3. Learn How to Build Community

4. What Social Media Tools To Invest Time In

5. Increase & Strengthen Relationships

So if you want to increase your pipeline, come learn from the “Queen of Connections” & a Branding Expert how to implement this new wave of technology to attract, retain & engage your audience. Seating limited; hurry to save your spot.

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Do you know?

That social media represents offense and defense? Companies that have not been represented have learned the painful way that no representation hurt their brand, as well as their bottom line. Social media is free; use the appropriate tools that represent your target audience.

What is your social media strategy? Does this strategy include a blog and relationship marketing? Increasing your knowledge, capturing your knowledge, and reading other blogs help you write your blogs. Creating your blogs actually helps you in your brand clarification and creates a relationship with your audience.

LinkedIn is dynamic and aggressive….make it work for you! There are strategies; this is not a passive medium. Recruiters, Business Professionals and Consumers do searches on LinkedIn. Is your company listed on this special place on LinkedIn? You can do these searches too! What brand is your LinkedIn profile selling? What is your TOMA rating in LinkedIn? Do you know how to increase it?

Social media is a networking tool. By adding one contact per day, you have increased your network by 365 at year end. Networking is connecting and forming relationships. Networking is fun because you meet great people in person or virtually, learn from each other, support each other, and enjoy each other. What are you waiting for? Create relationships!

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Events for Professionals who Happen to be Single

Aja Cocktail Party
“Social Networking for Professionals who Happen to be Single”
Wednesday, July 29th 6:30-8:30 pm
Looking for a new high energy spot in town to meet great people like yourself, enhance your business and personal connections, as well as experience a unique Thailand influence with spectacular decor; refreshing, specialty cocktails and delectable appetizers? Enjoy this unbelievable setting with its large expanded patio seating and breathtaking view of the Buckhead skyline! Meet like-minded professionals, exchange ideas with others, and connect to form business and personal relationships. $15 includes complimentary appetizers, cash bar with $5 house/well drink specials including Finlandia vodka flavored martinis! Prior registration required. Contact marie@centerforsocialconnections.com. 678.689.7859 http://www.centerforsocialconnections.com.

AJA Restaurant The Alliance Center 3500 Lenox Rd. Suite 100 – Atlanta, GA 30326
Situated below Phipps Plaza in Buckhead (the building that formerly housed Emeril’s)

Visit my profile on LinkedIn!
http://www.linkedin.com/in/mariepijanowski
Connect with me on Twitter!

Tweets by mariepijanowski

Chat with me on Facebook!
http://www.facebook.com/marie.pijanowski

Find me on Meetup
http://www.meetup.com/center-for-social-connections-group

Visit our blogs:
http://www.centerforsocialconnections.wordpress.com http://www.centerforsocialconnectionsbusiness.wordpress.com
http://www.centerforsocialconnectionssingles.wordpress.com

Upcoming Events
• “Test Your Knowledge of the Opposite Sex”, Aug 18th 7:00-8:30 pm $29
• “Connect to Your LinkedIn, Create Power & More”, Sean Nelson, “King of Linked”, Author, The LinkedIn MBA,
• “Mastermind Groups for Business Professionals who Happen to be Single” & More!

All events include social networking and require prior registration at marie@centerforsocialconnections.com

Marie Pijanowski
Founder, Netweaver*, Connection Coach
Center for Social Connections
….where relationships are created
678.689.7859

*Coined by Bob Littell