We’ll be mixing business with pleasure on this 3-day weekend escape to Ensenada, Mexico, the most popular seaport on the Baja peninsula. During your day-long visit, you can marvel at local attractions, enjoy a frosty margarita at a lively cantina, or just relax in the sun on the golden beaches. Some of the attractions to choose from include the local geyser, La Bufadora; Bajamar Golf Resort; Baja Bandidos Horseback Trail; and the incredible bargains in the duty-free shops along Avenida Primera.

While at sea the next day, spend some time in our organized workshops listening and learning from fellow Leads Club members who are marketing and networking their way to success! Talk to your tax advisor about how to get the most tax benefits for your business by your attendance.
You can’t afford not to join us for this educational and motivational weekend!

Cruise Line: Carnival Cruise Lines
Cruise Ship: Carnival Paradise
Destination: Mexico-Baja
Departs From: Long Beach, CA
Departure Date: February 20, 2009
Itinerary: Ensenada 

Your weekend includes:
* Networking cocktail party
* $50 onboard credit per stateroom
* Opportunities to increase your marketing knowledge and networking skills
* Three nights accommodations, 24-hour dining options, entertainment for the entire family, a fitness center, and more! 

Inside stateroom from $ 326
Oceanview staterooms from $ 366

Bring the family - a 3rd and 4th person in your stateroom start at just $211!
* $25 per person deposit to hold space due 9/25/08
* $75 per person second deposit due 10/20/08
* Final payments due 12/12/08 and interim payments can be arranged
* All prices include fuel supplement, taxes, fees, & port charges
* Optional travel protection insurance available for only $39 per person 

Call Debby Hughes toll-free at (888) 229-2350
or visit www.LeadsClubCruise.com for more information!

Leads Club turns 30 this year. To celebrate our anniversary we are going on a Caribbean Cruise.

For those of you who have never been on a cruise or it’s been awhile, here are a couple of tips for you to consider when planning for a cruise.

• A cruise can be the perfect vacation. You can be as busy as you wish or do nothing at all.
• You only pack and unpack once and most of the luggage handling is done for you.
• Meals and snacks are available 24/7 and most are casual.
• Activities are varied and plentiful. There are pools, workout facilities, a Spa, Casino, Library, Internet Café, structured activities for children, ping pong, special interest groups meeting and much more. When not in workshops, you can find me relaxing/networking on the “Serenity Deck (Adults only).

Check out our Leads Club 30th Anniversary Cruise page for specific information on our sailing. Join us on Carnivals Inspiration for the time of your life!

Join Leads Club Members, business associates, friends and family for a 4 day cruise to the Western Caribbean on Carnival’s "Inspiration" departing October 16 from Tampa Florida.  The Florida Leads Club Executive Team is sponsoring a Bon Voyage Mixer Harborside the night before departure.  Check out details here.

For 30 years, Leads Club has been providing it’s Members with an cost effective means to increase their business.  Join motivated business people for networking, workshops and fun at sea!

Here’s your chance to meet the business owners in Ventura County. Leads Club is holding a mixer on Thursday, June 5th from 5:30pm to 7:30pm.

Janie Arnold, the Regional Consultant for Ali Lassen’s Leads Club in Ventura will be presenting the "Leader of the Year" and "Spirit of Leads Club" awards. Come and meet the Leads Club members and expand your sphere of influence. Click Here for flyer.

How do you work a mixer? When attending a business mixer or networking event, there are a few "must dos" to make the event successful for your business.

Set a goal for the event

What do you want to gain from attending this event? Is it to meet a certain type of business professional? Do you have an event you are promoting? Are you looking for a strategic partner?

Business Cards

It seems silly to remind you that having business cards at a networking event are very important. I was at an event last week and asked for a card only to be told the business owner didn’t have any cards. You might want to consider keeping an extra supply of your cards in your car.

Small Pen

This is for making notes on the back of the business card you just received. You might note commonalities you share, a word or two about your conversation…something you can use to reference their business when you send out your hand written note.

Two Business Card Carriers

One for your cards and one for the cards you collect. Try to keep your cards in your left pocket, so when you introduce yourself you can easily pull your card out with your left hand while shaking with your right hand.

Name Badge

All business owners should invest in a name badge for their business. They are easy enough to find and are very helpful for networking. Also, make sure to wear your name tag on your right side. That way when you shake hands with another business owner, their eyes will be looking directly at your name tag.

What tips do you have for working a networking event? Please feel free to share by commenting on this post, and check our Leads Club Mixer page for a mixer near you.

To your business success….

Lisa