When you have decided to attend an event or join a network, another important skill is knowing how to engage people when you first meet them. Meeting new people and making conversation can be daunting, but with a few simple techniques you?ll become more and more comfortable with each new event.

The first 60 minutes of the day is going to set up the remainder of your time in the office, at store or on location so wise use of this time will pay dividends at the end of the day. Here are some tips to increase your productivity in the first 60 minutes of your day.

Networking is as much an attitude and a way of thinking as it is a skill. It is something that many people do naturally while others can find it quite daunting; but it can be learnt. When you acquire the mindset and master the skill of networking you will boost your personal productivity.

For some of us, working from home might mean our own office or it might mean the kitchen table. Regardless of where you work it is important to consider several desktop strategies to make your day more productive.