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How to Build a Strong Personal Brand in Yorkshire
As Jeff Bezos, founder of Amazon, famously said, “Your brand is what people say about you when you’re not in the room.” In Yorkshire’s tight-knit business community, where word-of-mouth and reputation carry significant weight, this couldn’t be more true.
Geoff Shepherd
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The Importance of Mentorship in Business Growth
A mentor often opens doors to new networks and opportunities. Through their connections, mentees can gain access to key industry players, potential clients, and other professionals who can further their career or business. Networking is a cornerstone of success, and a mentor can be instrumental in broadening a mentee’s reach.
Geoff Shepherd
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Is this the dark matter of workplace culture? By Vice President (EMEA) for Twitter, Bruce Daisley
What makes one company more successful than another? Is a committed motivated workforce a differentiator between two competing firms? Damn right it is. Gallup’s Workforce Survey records that 8% of the UK workforce is engaged at work - with twice that number being actively disengaged in their jobs. If we could get those people to care about their colleagues and their work then improved success awaits.
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The Power of Business Networking: A Guide for First-Time Networkers
In the world of business, the phrase “It’s not what you know, but who you know” often rings true. While skills and knowledge are critical, the relationships you build can be the key to unlocking new opportunities, driving growth, and achieving long-term success.
Geoff Shepherd
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How do you become a member?
Membership of The Yorkshire Mafia is held exclusively on LinkedIn. To become a member, you must have an active, up to date, LinkedIn profile. You will be accepted on the basis of the statement you will be requested to supply, primarily explaining why you feel that you will be a good addition to our community.
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How to create an account
You can create an account on our website on the create account page. You’ll then have a Yorkshire Mafia Account – which makes it simple to register for any Yorkshire Mafia event.
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