Lise and Crystal haven't been able to record all summer. Lises parents are moving from their big house to a small cottage. Letting go of things is hard. Crystal went away the first week and the second week was Grant and Sarah's music camp. After that apt and busy schedules make it impossible to get together.

Cam and Jonah did 4 weeks of summer camp and loved it. Kids are settling into the school year. Lise is happy with Jonahs teacher while Lise doesn't know Camerons teacher.

Crystal boys are learning french from grade 1.

Crystal got a puppy, a 2lbs shee-poo. Lochlin, Crystals 7 year old, broke his ankle. Life is very hectic in that house.

The husbands are away. Last week , Lise recorded with Jaye Ivany from Gold Canyon. Crystal just loves the Cafe collections candles.

Crystal has issues with dairy and feels is is harder to be dairy free than gluten free. Eating out is hard. Crystal went for allergy testing and found out she may be allergic to preservatives.

New epicure fall and winter catalogue is out. Be sure to check out

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Camping the last week of the summer and Lise read Gone Girl and Sharp Objects from Gillian Flynn.

Recipe of the week. Raw Vegan. Banana Oats cookies.

2 bananas and 1 cup oats, smoosh smooth. Bake at 350 for 15 minutes.

You can add nuts or chocolate chips.

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Motivational quote of the week.

If we are not a little bit uncomfortable every day, we're not growing...All the good stuff is outside our comfort zone..

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Tammy Hudgins from “A Finishing Touch” and “I was a FB Nobody” talks about her favorite subject...networking.

There are other ways to support people. It's not only by using their services or buying from them.

Going out there and meeting people is essential if you want to grow your business. It's about forming bonds and friendship. Facebook is great for the initial contact, but you still need to go the extra step.

You need to take those extra steps to succeed.

Dance Cards event are when the organizer will pair up 2 people who will take it upon themselves to meet up. It's a great way to get out there and meet up. Tammy tries to compliment the business as well. Pamela Wood from Barrie Mompreneurs put them on monthly as well.

Kids are back to school and it allows Moms to get out during the day. Routine is good.

A step beyond a Dance Cards are the networking events. The Mo-Mondays, Tampon Tuesdays. Be prepared and come with your business literature with you. When you are there, walk over and introduce yourself to someone. Step out of your comfort level.

Adding the personal is important as you are doing business with the person and not the business.

Support can be in different forms. Sometimes someone is looking or a service or a product you can recommend. You can share someones information so others can look into it.

Social Media is not a place to trash a company or a person. It's public. Instead, send a private message. Proper Social Media Etiquette. You are putting your own personal reputation on the line. Everyone has their own opinions.

We are all independent contractors in business that we do not own. Your social media presence affects how the company is viewed. If you feel strongly about a situation, you need to go to the small business and give them the opportunity to fix the issue.

When you are not 100%, you must be ready to step back and re-connect with your thoughts.

There are many reps for the same companies. There are different ways to support them.

Tammy will only host a party Jockey person to person with Jyllian Khunen.

It's up to you to make your own decisions.

What to wear at networking events. Is it business, is it casual?

It really depends on the environment. Dress to be comfortable to decrease your stress level. You need to be yourself.

Business cards. When and where to hand them out. Are they useful? Post card may be a better idea. With something enticing on it. Give them a reason to keep your card.

Epicure Ceaser Rim is the ultimate rim. It has a nice bite to it according to Tammy.

http://crystalhollingshead.myepicure.com/Default.aspx?TabId=357&language=en-CA

On a side note. For Moms getting out there and starting to get their name out there, its great to start with Facebook. If you are shy, working within the group. When you are comfortable, then go out and meet them in person. Talk to people and share your ideas. You can type in the search bar what you are looking for. IMPORTANT. Please read the rules in the group. FOLLOW those rules.

Tammy teaches “I was a facebook nobody” that I plan taking in the near future.  https://www.facebook.com/wasanobody

The rule of thumb is to make your business visible once a day. Be sure to add your personality to your business pager.

You need to make your presence in 3-5 groups everyday. A minimun 1 hour day on facebook. You will see a difference in business. Tammy spends an hour in a morning on facebook.

Tammy can post when she is looking for support as she has created some relationships.

Find Tammy Hudgins online. Here are a few links to connect with her.

https://www.facebook.com/tammyafinishingtouch

https://www.facebook.com/wasanobody

https://www.facebook.com/groups/SimcoeRegionNetwork/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/bizzyhomebased/