Our group started out as a local meetup group. Actually, it was 2 meetup groups and it was run by one person, Christine. As things happen when you have 4 kids between the ages of 10 months and 7 years, she got too busy to keep up with both. That's where I come in. I'm Wendy and I'm a graphic designer living on the Gulf Coast of Florida. I am the organizer of one of the groups Christine started, a local Women In Business meetup group in West Pasco and Pinellas counties in Florida.

I do not live in an area that is very likely to spend what I charge for design. That's fine though, I have the internet. ;) Most of my clients are acquired via word of mouth referrals. I have clients internationally. 95% of the projects I have going on are projects I got from networking.

There are new networking sites popping up all over. Some are just the same as most. This one, however, had some really interesting and useful features. I'd like to help get this site more active since we only help each other by joining these sites. You can't know too many people when you are trying to spread the word about what you do for a living.

So get out there and Network!!

Hi, Wendy - thanks for starting this group. Did you see the Entrepreneur Moms group on the site? I think both have the same goal in mind - to help all of us women in business network and learn from each other!

Wendy! Thanks for starting this group! I think in ANY business it's important to network! I am not currently an Entrepreneur so I don’t really feel like i can relate to that group as much. My hope is that this group will also include information/networking from those of us that work for companies, either from home or at the office.

I am currently an IT Project Manager for a very large company. While it's interesting and I have learned a lot, I am really to move back into a management role as an IT director or manager for a smaller company. I feel like this type of move will allow my career to continue to grow - I don’t want to be a PM forever!

So I guess my question to the group is how? How do you bring together all of your past work experience into a new position? How do you get companies to look at you when they really just want to hire someone whose current job matches the requirements for their opening?

Wendy, thank you for starting this group. What can we do to get the word out there to others? How can I help?

I am new to Workitmom and so it's great to see other women involved. I just got back from BlogHer in SF, and THAT was women networking at its best. I think BlogHer worked in terms of networking is that almost all the women were in tech or blogging and so it was a natural group of like-minded individuals. I would love to see networking on workitmom, as I am trying to establish my own business on the side.

Hi and thanks for starting this group. I'm new to Workitmom too. It promises to be a great help. Networking is so crucial whether you're entrepreneurial or in the corporate world. The old adage, "It's not what you know its who you know." Being active in networking can make all the difference. Participation in sites like this and LinkedIn and Facebook are also helpful.

Also, I found a Web site that has Networking as one of its main categories with new articles about it almost every day. It's just a good site in general too, for the professional woman. It's www.w2wlink.com. Check it out and let me know what you think.

I've been trying to do more networking too. I'm learning about all the different options out there. I'd love for you ladies to check out some of the things I've accomplished this week!

My new blog! http://mommysidea.blogspot.com
My Facebook business page- http://www.facebook.com/pages/Ellie-Bags/197100438 71
My Squidoo lens- http://www.squidoo.com/EllieBags

Deanna
Ellie Bags, "The smart new way to carry a diaper bag."

Hello! I am new here as well. Today was my first day full time with my new business....I am wanting to find woman who are successful and positive minded. I look forward to meeting new friends!

Deneen
www.prepaidlegal.com/hub/scottwillis

07 Mom, congratulations on getting started with Facebook. I'm just learning how important sites like Facebook and LinkedIn can be for professional networking. I'll try to check out your page and get back to you. I haven't done mine yet in Facebook.

Aloha, Ekela here from Maui, Hawaii, just joined WorkItMom today, sorry, but, what is Facebook? I do want to network, therefore, is this a site that is really great for networking? Would my business fit into Facebook? It is www.prepaidlegal.com/hub/ethelgoods. Love to hear from anyone. Mahalo (thank you).

Hi, Ekela. Facebook, that Cat mentioned, is an online networking site. More and more people in business are using it to make connections. Check it out and see what you think. Cat and I must think alike. I, too, have been to w2wlink.com and found it really helpful. Good stuff - and you can join a network circle to be part of an online networking group.

Hi I am new here also and hopefully I can help some of you who need to earn extra cash in a tough economy. I have been the sole provider for my family for many years and have always been looking for ways to earn more!!! Saving is the hard part with five children and three grandchildren...
I was reading Family Circle when I ran across an ad for ways to earn extra money. I work with Avon, MaryKay and PrePaid Legal but the best one I have seen so far is B's purses.
I hope one of you will be able to earn the money you need for the inflation in gas and food prices...I love it.
www.BsPurses.com/rcuevas

Best of luck to you all and networking is the best!

Have any of you tried ZenZuu.com yet? It's pretty new, but it's growing fast. I have met some very nice people with ZZ who have been very gracious with their knowledge, and I have gotten some interest in a new business venture I am exploring to connect women globally. I signed up with ZZ because they will share 80% of their advertising revenue with their active users every month. All of their marketing budget is spent on word of mouth marketing. It's completely free, and a lot of business people are using it to promote their businesses to each other and on the community part of the site.
You can get more info on that site if you go to www.freeandgetpaid.com/marylynn

WRONG- that ZenZuu site is www.Freeandyougetpaid.com/MaryLynn

Sorry- I was talking with my children and trying to type at the same time- bad idea!
I like that info site because it's a flash presentation.
ML

Hi,

Great group. I'm new to work it, mom. I'm excited to meet new friends, and spread the word about my business. I sell handcrafted, one of a kind jewelry. If you have a moment check out my work at simplybetty.etsy.com or simplybetty.com. I am offering free shipping to all work it moms thru the end of August.

~SimplyBetty

Hi there,

Thought I would mention all of my networking that I am on.

Facebook http://www.new.facebook.com/profile.php?id=5907419 23
LinkedIn http://www.linkedin.com/myprofile?trk=hb_side_pro
Twitter giazzpet (great place for networking)
Kwippy
Small Biz Networks on Ning.com
Mommy2Mommy on Ning.com
Integrated Mother on Ning.com
http://www.RenaissancePerformers.ning.com (my own that I created, and yes, you can also create your own networking site on Ning.com as well)
Yahoo
WorkItMom
MomBlog
BoMoms.com (through Boston.com)

Of course, nothing beats meeting in person, and getting that business card.

By the way, I signed up as a fan on facebook.

Giazz

Oh yes, sorry, also on LiveJournal, http://giazz-40.livejournal.com/

My name is Christine. I work from home as a Medical Transcriptionist. After being downsized from a great job a few years back this was suggestion from my cousin. I absolutely love that I don't have to be out in the rat race anymore and I save a ton on gas. But the networking is amazing and you need it to be competitive and find ways to get paid more and work less. This is the school my cousin, myself and my daughter attended and I found them to be totally supportive. Anyone can do this and it's great for stay at home moms. www.mtacc.net

Christine

Hi All!
I'm new to this site and so glad I found it!!!
I m a flight attendant part time and I have a Work At Home business that keeps me hopping! I thoroughly enjoy it and am really doing well.
The flying part is fun too and I enjoy the flight benefits as well.
My working world allows me time with my kids and time to travel so I get the best of all worlds. My website is www.freedomathometeam.com/SLux if anybody wants to take a look.
Looking forward to meeting new people here!
Suzanne

Hi Everyone! It's great to be able to network with other moms. I myself work in the personal and financial development industry. Feel free to take my Free Ecourse at http://focusonfortune.org or call 1-800-844-9639 x 1219. I'm looking forward to meeting other moms!

I have recently started working with a company called Ameriplan that allows me to stay at home with my kids and choose the hours I want. The greatest thing is that the company provides the leads for FREE! All I do is call them up and fill out an application for them for discounted dental, vision, or health plans. I absolutely love it!

Check it out at: freedomathometeam.com/alewis