On Sunday, Ingrid Schwartz and our spouses met for brunch at SaranRom, an awesome Thai restaurant in Queens. It’s easy to mix work and pleasure in A’s Net where our fundamental belief is that networking is a “relationship building” experience. Fabulous food, great conversation, and lots of laughs made for a terrific time.
Networking is more than just exchanging business cards or attending events—it’s about building genuine connections that can propel your career and personal growth. In today’s interconnected world, effective networking has become a vital skill for professionals across industries. Whether you’re a seasoned executive or a recent graduate, mastering the art of networking can open doors […]
Adrian’s Network holds multiple in-person events over the course of each month. While many of our events are “meals,” we often do MasterMinds, theater outings, museum jaunts, massages, and more. To say we are eclectic would be an understatement. Our in-person meetings are kept small, on purpose, so the conversation can be free-flowing, and not […]
Networking, Sales
Embracing the Remote Life: Lessons Learned from Six Weeks of Living in a New Environment
In the wake of Covid, many of us have explored remote work setups. For some, this shift might have seemed daunting at first, but for others, it presented an opportunity for growth, exploration, and introspection. As I think about my own experience of living remotely for six weeks, I realize the impact it has had […]
My point of view – the key to unlocking the full potential of networking lies in being proactive. Proactivity in networking involves taking intentional, strategic steps to cultivate and nurture professional relationships. Rather than waiting for opportunities to come to you, proactive networking empowers you to actively seek out connections, engage with others, and create […]
If there is any “good” thing to come out of the pandemic, it is the fact that now all of us are familiar and comfortable using Zoom, allowing us to easily work with clients anywhere in the world, as well as network with fellow business owners in other countries. Here in A’s Net we have […]
In the fast-paced world of business, success is often intertwined with connections. Enter the realm of business networking, a strategic approach that transcends mere socializing. This practice is the secret sauce for many thriving entrepreneurs, solopreneurs, and enterprises. Enter Adrian’s Network!!!! Here are the core benefits that make business networking an indispensable tool for success. […]
I’m not a LinkedIn guru or coach, but here’s what my forays on the platform have taught me: 1. Authenticity First: Share what you know genuinely.2. Relationship Over Sales: Focus on connections, not transactions.3. Value Creation: Contribute and provide value to your network.4. Friendship Matters: Forge genuine connections.5. Embrace the Journey: Enjoy the LinkedIn experience.6. […]
The beat goes on. Covid helped us to see that we can work from anywhere, if not full-time, at least for part of the time, and this is exactly what I am doing right now. A six-week escape to a tiny cottage located on water’s edge in Clam Bayou. Birds, sun, water and a relaxing […]
In a recent small networking Zoom session, what started as a casual meeting transformed into an unexpected master class on Facebook ads and best practices in social media. The session was led by A’s Netter Christina Shaw who generously shared valuable tips and tactics to leverage social media effectively. What unfolded was a testament to […]