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IT - Marketing
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3 Marketing Leadership Tips During The Pandemic
Under normal circumstances, many consumers look to marketers and influencers to provide guidance through social, economic, and social challenge
"As a marketing leader, your success in delivering these services depends on how you handle the basics. For instance, how do you communicate internally with your own people? Does every member of the team understand what's expected of them as they interact with customers and suppliers?

These are some of the questions that every business leader ought to ask themselves every time. The basic skills addressed in the questions have proven to be quite critical during the COVID-19 pandemic. Every company was caught off guard by this crisis, but not all of them were able to come out the other end of the tunnel successful. Of course, the pandemic is, still, on, but some organizations and countries have already figured out how to handle the situation..."

Business 2 Community, December 2nd, 2020
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How To Create Your 2021 Marketing Strategy
2020 has undoubtedly been an abnormal year and, as the year comes to a close, now is the time to start thinking about your marketing strategy for the coming year
What's been working well? What hasn't? What new tactics will you try in 2021?

Of course, we're happy to help you come up with a comprehensive marketing strategy for your business, but if you'd like some advice to do it yourself, follow this convenient guide.

Step 1: Review This Year

Before you can figure out where you're going, take a look at where you are. What were your goals for 2020? Did you achieve them? In addition to your marketing strategy for this year, think about the specific tactics you tried. How did they work out?

Business 2 Community, November 30th, 2020
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Top Digital Marketing Strategies For 2021
Marketing is an ever-evolving industry with new trends and innovations emerging as customer needs, behaviour and demands change
As each new year end approaches, marketing teams globally start planning for the next, calculating their budgets, and developing strategies that will increase their reach the most.

But throw a global pandemic into the mix and things get slightly harder to predict. Because of the pandemic, customer behaviour has shifted, and marketing has to adapt to keep up, despite not having much time to adapt. To add more complexity, business's revenue is down which means that marketing budgets are down.

Business 2 Community, December 4th, 2020
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IT - Sales
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How To Handle Inbound Leads An Outbound Leads
Inbound leads vs. outbound leads. Both have the potential to be awesome customers.
"But there's a different level of interest, familiarity, and receptiveness to your brand with each type of lead.

So, to move them smoothly through your sales funnel, you need to take a very different approach.

Here's how to handle inbound leads vs. outbound leads the right way..."

Business 2 Community, December 2nd, 2020
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How Sales Leaders Avoid A Talent Exodus In Challenging Times
A main tenet of B2B sales is that it is often more cost-efficient to sell to and service your existing customers versus acquiring new ones
"This concept also applies to your sales talent strategy. You don't want to be continuously identifying and hiring new reps. You want to retain your top performers in order to maintain your well-oiled revenue-generating machine. Read on to understand the top 5 things you must get right to ensure you are retaining your top performers and consistently hitting your growth objectives..."
Sales Benchmark Index, December 3rd, 2020
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How To Deal With Difficult People In Your Sales Org - According To The Sales Hacker Community
Sales is a relatively high stress profession, with a fair amount (read: lots) of positive and negative swings
"And with the industry being as competitive as it is, you're bound to run into conflict. Dealing with difficult managers, coworkers, and even clients can add a lot of extra stress to your day-to-day work. Knowing how to deal with conflict in the workplace is a necessary skill every sales professional should master.

We asked the sales community to weigh in on their best conflict resolution tips. Here's a look at what they had to say:..."

Sales Hacker, December 3rd, 2020
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Ultimate Guide To A Lead Distribution System
What is a lead distribution system? A lead distribution system is a business automation process that qualifies sales leads to the right sales reps
"The definition is yawn-worthy, but the results are electrifying.

In this post, I'll cover the ins and outs of a lead distribution system, explain why it's important and show you how your business can make a lead distribution system.

What benefit will you get from reading this article on lead distribution systems? A lot.

  • You will understand exactly what a lead distribution system is.
  • You will understand how a lead distribution system benefits the business on every level.
  • You will be able to develop a lead distribution system in your own company. It's easy and inexpensive to do so.

Lead Distribution System - The Details..."

Business 2 Community, December 3rd, 2020
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SF IT vBeers Broward
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vBeers South Florida - Weekly Virtual Meetups via Zoom Dec. 9th
Online - Zoom
vBeers meetups are informal networking events for South Florida Tech professionals.

In-person vBeers are suspended until the COVID-19 thread is diminished and public gathering are again allowed. I will host a Virtual vBeers every Wednesday until in-person events resume.

After the intros, the rest of meeting will be an informal hangout!

Please join the live meeting at 6:00PM EST with this Zoom link:

You can also join by phone:

  • Meeting ID: 792 850 274
  • 646 558 8656 US
  • +16465588656,,792850274# US (New York)

vBeers@Boca is sponsored by TechLauderdale:

  • "TechLauderdale promotes the growth, connectivity, and awareness of the thriving technology ecosystem in Greater Fort Lauderdale"

Hosted by John J. McLaughlin

Wednesday, December 9th, 2020: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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vBeers South Florida - Weekly Virtual Meetups via Zoom Dec. 15th
Online - Zoom
vBeers meetups are informal networking events for South Florida Tech professionals.

In-person vBeers are suspended until the COVID-19 thread is diminished and public gathering are again allowed. I will host a Virtual vBeers every Wednesday until in-person events resume.

After the intros, the rest of meeting will be an informal hangout!

Please join the live meeting at 6:00PM EST with this Zoom link:

You can also join by phone:

  • Meeting ID: 792 850 274
  • 646 558 8656 US
  • +16465588656,,792850274# US (New York)

vBeers@Boca is sponsored by TechLauderdale:

  • "TechLauderdale promotes the growth, connectivity, and awareness of the thriving technology ecosystem in Greater Fort Lauderdale"

Hosted by John J. McLaughlin

Wednesday, December 15th, 2020: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM
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PeopleTek News
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Reasons To Be Thankful
During stressful times, we sometimes need to be reminded of things to be thankful for.
2020 has not been an easy year, and for some it's been downright awful, so we'd like to share 7 things Success Magazine suggests we focus on:

  • Appreciate the things you have
  • Keep a gratitude journal
  • Focus on being grateful
  • Show you care
  • Get in the feeling good habit
  • Have an attitude of gratitude
  • Fake thankfulness - if times are tough, think positive thoughts. Take a few minutes to reflect on the positives in your life, both professionally and personally, and may you always have reasons to be thankful!

Happy Thanksgiving!

PeopleTek News, November 30th, 2020
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Sponsor - TechLauderdale
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Promoting the Growth, Connectivity, and Awareness of the Thriving technology ecosystem in Greater Fort Lauderdale
Become a Member of the Ecosystem, Join TechLauderdale Today
Membership benefits for TechLauderdale were designed to provide individuals and organizations with the choice on how to best utilize member benefits, with a great deal of flexibility and exclusivity. Key benefits of this structure include new ways for members to support the Greater Fort Lauderdale tech ecosystem, while at the same time taking advantage of ongoing tech education and training, exclusive networking and learning opportunities, and making valuable connections.

Corporate Membership Levels

  • Bronze - $500 (1 to 3 Employees)
  • Silver - $1,500 - (4 to 25 Employees)
  • Gold - $2,500 - (25 to 50 Employees)
  • Platinum - $3,500 - (over 50 Employees)

Individual Memberships

  • Individual - $100/year or $10/month

TechLauderdale has recently updated its membership levels with increased benefits for each level to better align the value we have to offer with the mission of the organization and our value pillars of: Learn, Connect, and Grow. Read the full membership letter here that explains the changes to the program in greater detail.


Sponsor - SIM
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Connects the Area's Premier IT leaders - for Business Solution Exchange, Professional Development, and Timely Education
Joining SIM connects you with top IT leaders in the industry, including: CIOs, senior IT executives, prominent academicians, consultants, and other top IT professionals
The Chapter strives to strengthen professional communications among members who direct the application of information technology in private and public organizations. Chapter activities include:

  • Meeting to share innovative ideas and real-world experiences which address enterprise information needs. We have excellent speakers from our membership and bring in industry executives or subject matter experts from many sources.
  • Providing presentations by leading national information-management professionals and executives who benefit from management-information systems.
  • Challenging our comfort levels by exchanging ideas with peers and business counterparts.
  • Being a resource for each other, and personal networking.

The geographical scope of the South Florida Chapter is Miami-Dade, Broward and Palm Beach County. Subscribe to receive emails from the chapter to get notified of all relevant events in the area. If you are already subscribed, you will be sent a link to update your preferences.

Society for Information Management (SIM) - South Florida Chapter
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Sponsor - ISACA
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ISACA South Florida Chapter
A diverse group of innovative thought leaders partnering with the community to serve as the first choice for professional development and a global role model for ISACA Chapters by 2024
SPONSORSHIP PROGRAM

  • ISACA South Florida Chapter outreach to more than 1,000 professionals, and partner organizations which represent a range of Corporate IT Audit, IT Compliance, IT Governance & IT Security responsibilities in a cross section of industries and business sizes
  • Extensive networking opportunities, face-to-face contact and one-on-one meetings
  • Display of your latest products and services to all attendees
  • Traffic flow throughout the exhibition area
  • Display of your logo and link to your home page on our ISACA South Florida Chapter web site

Find out more! Contact us at president@isacasfl.org

Corporate IT Audit, IT Compliance, IT Governance & IT Security Professionals
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Sponsor - ISSA
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Not-for-profit Organization of Information Security Professionals and Practitioners
The ISSA South Florida Chapter (SFISSA) is a not-for-profit organization of information security professionals and practitioners
ISSA provides educational forums and peer interaction opportunities that enhance the knowledge, skill and professional growth of its members. Members include practitioners at all levels of the security field in a broad range of industries, such as communications, education, healthcare, manufacturing, financial and government. SFISSA is an excellent vehicle for those who need to acquire CPE credits for certification needs. We need your support, so we hope that you will consider becoming a sponsor to support our chapter.

Sponsorship Options: Chapter sponsorship

Platinum sponsors $1,500/meeting benefits include:

  • Non-marketing presentation at one SFISSA meeting (including attendee/sign-in list)
  • Higher priority in speaker selection for SFISSA Annual Conference
  • Logo signage displayed at meetings*
  • Logo, name and company URL on SFISSA website for event
  • Materials distributed at SFISSA meetings*
  • 5 minute presentation at 1 SFISSA meetings per year

Program sponsors $1,000/meeting benefits include:

  • Non-marketing presentation at one SFISSA meeting
  • Logo signage displayed at meetings*
  • Logo, name and company URL on SFISSA website for event
  • Materials distributed at SFISSA meetings*
  • 5 minute presentation at 1 SFISSA meetings per year

Conference sponsorship opportunities coming soon.

South Florida Chapter of the ISSA
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Sponsor - Refresh Miami
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Educate, Inspire, Connect and Grow South Florida's Tech and Startup Ecosystem
Be front and center at all our monthly speaker events, get training on the latest technologies, break bread with our distinguished speakers, and find qualified candidates via our sponsored job listings
Be front and center at all our monthly speaker events, get training on the latest technologies, break bread with our distinguished speakers, and find qualified candidates via our sponsored job listings.

Refresh Corporate: $2000/Year

  • Guaranteed ticket to all speaker events
  • Complimentary ticket to three (3) Refresh Miami workshops ($150 value!)
  • 40% discount on all other Refresh Miami workshops ($160 value!)
  • Preferred Access to VIP/Speaker Dinners
  • Discounts on Community Events
  • Partner Discounts
  • Refresh Miami T-Shirt
  • Ability to post relevant events to Community Calendar
  • Ability to post jobs to Refresh Job Board
  • Ability to post business to Refresh Miami Tech Map

$2000/Year


Sponsor - Palm Beach Tech
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A Nonprofit Membership Association Building the Palm Beaches into a Tech Hub
Check our Membership options and help build the Palm Beaches into a Tech Hub!
Our Memberships are based on Exposure, Talent, & Business

  • STARTUP - $500/year
  • Tier 3 - $1,000/year
  • Tier 2 - $2,500/year
  • Tier 1 - $5,000/year

Palm Beach Tech is a nonprofit membership association Building the Palm Beaches into a Tech Hub.


Sponsor - SFHIMA
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Create and Encourage an Environment Conducive to Promoting HIM Practices and Emerging HIM Occupations
We are the SMEs in health information! So whether you are a student, a recent graduate, seasoned professional or profession partner, your local chapter is here for you.
South Florida Health Information Management Association.

The theme from FHIMA for this year is 'Smooth Sailing Ahead'.

SFHIMA is ready to set sail with more great informational sessions, networking and continuing education opportunities. Sessions this year will be offered in person and via remote web connections.

South Florida Health Information Management Association (SFHIMA)
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Sponsor - PMI
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Advance the PM Profession Through the Promotion of PMI Certification Training
To be a conduit of innovation, networking and support for the next evolution of Project Managers through strategic focus, customer centricity and operation agility
Mission

  • Advance the PM profession through the promotion of PMI certification training and project excellence acknowledgement.

  • Provide members and volunteers with networking, leadership roles and superior development and education events and activities,

  • Ensure alignment with PMIs talent triangle, compliance with PMIs core values and contribution to the improvement of the PM body of knowledge.

We are only one of over 270 Chapters serving Project Management Institute (PMI) members and communities in more than 70 countries around the world. These local communities help spread awareness of the profession and PMI by reaching out to local governments and organizations, hosting events or seminars for local practitioners and providing opportunities to learn, network and earn Professional Development Units (PDUs) toward maintaining credentials.

PMI South Florida Chapter
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Sponsor - IIBA
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Premier World-Wide Professional Association for Business Analysts
We are the local representative of the International Institution of Business Analysis (IIBA), the premier world-wide professional association for business analyst
Sponsorships are available.

The objectives of the Chapter are to:

  • Promote and advance the profession of Business Analysis
  • Provide opportunities to our members to gain knowledge and network with experienced professionals across various industries and government agencies
  • Provide access for members to a formal "knowledge base" as well as forums for sharing expertise, expressing professional opinions and building a reputation within the industry
  • Provide pathways to learn about business analysis best practices
  • Create corporate support for the IIBA within the local market by superior marketing/awareness programs that demonstrate the value of business analysis and the IIBA
  • Liaise with industry and association partners to increase awareness and benefit of IIBA Chapter members
  • Encourage and provide opportunities for our members to become Business Analysis certified professionals

As our events calendar and past events reflect, we have a mix of day time symposiums for professional development, after work meetings focused on a topic of particular concern to business analysts, and online meetings and webinars to develop your technical skills and analytical competencies, as well as one to two premiere dinner events per year with at least one distinguished guest speaker.

International Institution of Business Analysis (IIBA), March 12th, 2020
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