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		<title>New Articles on Business Networking</title>
		<link>http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/2011/12/new-articles-on-business-networking/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 04 Dec 2011 17:20:39 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[New Articles on Business Networking at www.minnesotanetworking.com]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We&#8217;ve just added another article on www.minnesotanetworking.com</p>
<p>NETWORKING ARTICLES include:</p>
<p>Job Layoff? What to Do<br />
Business Meeting Social Etiquette<br />
Find a Job Through Networking<br />
What To Do at a Business Networking Event<br />
Do Tradeshows Work?<br />
Business Networking in a Down Economy<br />
How To Remember Peoples Names</p>
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		<title>Minnesota Networking Events Calendar Updated</title>
		<link>http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/2011/05/minnesota-networking-events-calendar-updated/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sat, 21 May 2011 16:07:22 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[We have just updated the events calendar with free networking events for June in the Twin Cities. If you are looking to meet new people and business contacts this is a great opportunity to network. The free networking events we just added include networking breakfasts, 2 grand openings, evening overtime/after hours networking expos, a business [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>We have just updated the events calendar with free networking events for June in the Twin Cities. If you are looking to meet new people and business contacts this is a great opportunity to network. The free networking events we just added include networking breakfasts, 2 grand openings, evening overtime/after hours networking expos, a business showcase business networking lunch, a networking happy hour on the patio, a noon summer BBQ and a ribbon cutting. To read about more free networking events in Minneapolis and the Twin Cities visit <a href="http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/networking_events.html">http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/networking_events.html </a></p>
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		<title>Networking No No&#8217;s</title>
		<link>http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/2011/02/networking-no-nos/</link>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 13 Feb 2011 00:02:33 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[I came across this article that talks about how to make the right impression. It had some good points whether you are looking to expand your circle of contacts or you are networking and find a job this is a good read. Seven Networking event mistakes]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>I came across this article that talks about how to make the right impression. It had some good points whether you are looking to expand your circle of contacts or you are networking and find a job this is a good read.</p>
<p><a href="http://sales-jobs.fins.com/Articles/SB129728721944384911/Seven-Networking-Event-No-Nos">Seven Networking event mistakes</a></p>
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		<title>Minnesota Resource to list your Business or Blog</title>
		<link>http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/2010/10/minnesota-resource-to-list-your-business-or-blog/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 11 Oct 2010 21:16:07 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Minnesota.com is a great place to list your business and your blog. You can click on a city and see all the blogs listed in that city. Ths is a great site for information on Minnesota. Click on the link below: Minnesota.com]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Minnesota.com is a great place to list your business and your blog. You can click on a city and see all the blogs listed in that city. Ths is a great site for information on Minnesota. Click on the link below:</p>
<p><a href="http://www.minnesota.com" title="Minnesota.com - MN Weather, Map, Businesses and Blogs"><img src="http://www.minnesota.com/minnesota.gif" style="height:15px;width:80px;border:0" alt="Minnesota.com - MN Weather, Map, Businesses and Blogs"/>Minnesota.com</a></p>
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		<title>Street Wise Marketing Presentation and Meetup</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 09 Aug 2010 15:13:37 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Meetups are a great place to network and meet other business people. The Streetwise Marketing Group will have a special presentation on August 11th, 2010 featuring speakers on websites to socal media, target marketing, tradeshows and lead qualifying. This is a FREE event but you must register by August 10 at 5pm through the following [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Meetups are a great place to network and meet other business people. The Streetwise Marketing Group will have a special presentation on August 11th, 2010 featuring speakers on websites to socal media, target marketing, tradeshows and lead qualifying. This is a FREE event but you <strong>must register by August 10 at 5pm </strong>through the following link <a href="http://www.meetup.com/Street-Wise-Marketing/">http://www.meetup.com/Street-Wise-Marketing/ </a></p>
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		<title>Free Marketing Expo &#8211; September 22, 2010 Golden Valley, MN</title>
		<link>http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/2010/07/free-marketing-expo-september-22-2010-golden-valley-mn/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 14 Jul 2010 20:00:52 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Capture decision makers and potential buyers who are looking to make a marketing purchase in the near future. I have heard that Brad is creating some great added specials for people considering exhibiting. Talk to Brad to ask him about this.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Free Business Marketing Expo Alert 9/22/10</p>
<p>Times are tough&#8230;do you know how to market your business? Looking for  marketing solutions for your business? want to keep up to date with available marketing products and services? want information, education and marketing contacts? Get ready for networking so bring plenty of business cards.</p>
<p><strong>Don&#8217;t miss this free business marketing expo on September 22, 2010 at the Golden Valley Country Club in Minnesota.</strong></p>
<p>Attendee info: <a href="http://www.mediamaxevents.com/MarketingExpo/">http://www.mediamaxevents.com/MarketingExpo/</a></p>
<p>This Marketing Expo is sure to draw a big crowd so if you are a company that provides marketing services or sells marketing products this is a great way to promote your business and bring in leads and prospects. Live events put you face to face with prospects that are looking for marketing resources. Shorten the sales cycle by speaking directly to interested people where you can ask prequalifying questions. Capture decision makers and potential buyers who are looking to make a marketing purchases in the near future. I have heard that Brad is creating some great added specials for people considering exhibiting. Talk to Brad to ask him about this.</p>
<p>Booth spaces are very reasonable and the location is upscale. For Expo Exhibitor and Sponsorship Information call: 952-238-1700 and ask for Brad or Rick or visit <a href="http://www.mediamaxevents.com/MarketingExpo/Exhibit.html">http://www.mediamaxevents.com/MarketingExpo/Exhibit.html</a></p>
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		<title>Sustainable Community Banquet</title>
		<link>http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/2010/04/sustainable-community-banquet/</link>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 19 Apr 2010 15:26:57 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Sustainable Community Banquet May 8, 20105:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Cost: $10 per ticketLocation: School of Environmental Studies &#124; 12155 Johnny Cake Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124RSVP by May 1, 2010 Beth Schulz: 952-237-1382 Ashley Burdge: 651-271-8727 email: banquetcrew@gmail.com]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Sustainable Community Banquet May 8, 20105:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.Cost: $10 per ticketLocation: School of Environmental Studies | 12155 Johnny Cake Road, Apple Valley, MN 55124RSVP by May 1, 2010 Beth Schulz: 952-237-1382 Ashley Burdge: 651-271-8727 email: banquetcrew@gmail.com</p>
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		<title>MN Earth Day Celebration April 17 &#8211; 18th, 2010</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 13 Apr 2010 14:29:36 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Join the 40th birthday celebration of Earth Day learning about recycling and living more sustainably at the Minnesota Zoo. The event runs for two days on April 17 and 18th from 9 am &#8211; 4 pm. There are lots of eco-friendly activities for all. Come take a stroll and enjoy the music and craft activities. This is a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Join the 40th birthday celebration of Earth Day learning about recycling and living more sustainably at the Minnesota Zoo. The event runs for two days on April 17 and 18th from 9 am &#8211; 4 pm.</p>
<p>There are lots of eco-friendly activities for all. Come take a stroll and enjoy the music and craft activities. This is a kid friendly venue at the <a href="http://www.mnzoo.com/events/Events_earthFest_2010.asp">Minnesota Zoo in Apple Valley, MN. </a></p>
<p><a href="http://www.valleynaturalfoods.com">Valley Natural Foods</a> in Burnsville, MN will be on site at a table so stop in and say hello! Booths are open from 11:00 &#8211; 2:00 both days.</p>
<div id="attachment_43" class="wp-caption aligncenter" style="width: 310px"><a href="http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/froggptimized.jpg"><img class="size-full wp-image-43" title="froggptimized" src="http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/wp-content/uploads/2010/04/froggptimized.jpg" alt="Celebrate Earth Day!" width="300" height="178" /></a><p class="wp-caption-text">Celebrate Earth Day!</p></div>
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		<title>Saint Patricks day Networking</title>
		<link>http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/2010/03/saint-patricks-day-networking/</link>
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		<pubDate>Wed, 17 Mar 2010 13:40:40 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Don&#8217;t forget the Saint Patricks day networking event from Gettin Bizzy. The event is being held in Bloomington Minnesota. For more details visit http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/networking_events.html and check out all the networking events happening in the twin cities.]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Don&#8217;t forget the Saint Patricks day networking event from Gettin Bizzy. The event is being held in Bloomington Minnesota. For more details visit <a href="http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/networking_events.html">http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/networking_events.html</a> and check out all the networking events happening in the twin cities.</p>
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		<title>June 1, 2010 Job Fair Minneapolis Convention Center</title>
		<link>http://www.minnesotanetworking.com/network/2010/03/june-1-2010-job-fair-minneapolis-convention-center/</link>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 11 Mar 2010 19:10:25 +0000</pubDate>
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		<description><![CDATA[Diversity Job Fair @ Minneapolis Convention Center  When: Tuesday, Jun 1, 2010  Description: Open to anyone with a 2-year degree or above. Event Overview: The Professional Diversity Job Fair is free and open to anyone with a 2-year degree or above regardless of ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, etc. Meet face-to-face with recruiters and hiring managers [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p>Diversity Job Fair @ Minneapolis Convention Center</p>
<p> When: Tuesday, Jun 1, 2010</p>
<p> Description: Open to anyone with a 2-year degree or above.</p>
<p>Event Overview: The Professional Diversity Job Fair is free and open to anyone with a 2-year degree or above regardless of ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender, etc. Meet face-to-face with recruiters and hiring managers from local and national employers, and speak candidly with industry leaders about opportunities in your field. Whether you&#8217;re an active job seeker or just curious, you may discover a career opportunity just right for you.</p>
<p> Event Hours: 10am to 3pm Location: Ballroom Contact Information: Personnel Strategies, Inc. (800) 390-5561 http://www.psijobfair.com</p>
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