SQLServerCentral.com Articles tagged networking

Mastering the Art of Conversation and Making Business Contacts

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 07:00:00 UT

In NYC on Feb 21 at 6:30, Don Gabor has a short seminar to help with your networking. Whether you are chatting in small groups or one-on-one at a networking event, IT conference or after-hours party, your ability to master the art of conversation will help you find and connect with business contacts.

Ports that DBAs Need to Know

Fri, 28 Oct 2011 06:00:00 UT

This article lists the essential TCP/UDP ports that an administrator running SQL Server or a cluster should know.

Come Find Me at the Summit

Thu, 06 Oct 2011 06:00:00 UT

Steve Jones reminds you to network anytime you're at and event, and especially a large conference like the PASS Summit.

Networking to Build Business Contacts (Special 2-hr Workshop)

Tue, 04 Oct 2011 06:00:00 UT

Networking is one of the best ways to boost your career contacts and help you find a better job. If you are attending the PASS Summit in 2011, take advantage of this two hour seminary from Don Gabor.

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Find which port SQL Server is using to establish connections

Thu, 08 Sep 2011 06:00:00 UT

This article will show you how to determine which network port that SQL Server is listening on for connections

Networking One Tweet at a Time

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:00:00 UT

Maintaining a professional network can take some effort from you, but the modern social networking tools can help. Steve Jones talks about some of the benefits from keeping in touch with other professionals this way.

Networking One Tweet at a Time

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:00:00 UT

Networking One Tweet at a Time

Wed, 25 Nov 2009 07:00:00 UT

My Schedule at the Summit/Let’s Connect

Fri, 30 Oct 2009 06:00:00 UT

I’m flying out Sunday via Alaska Air, taking the direct flight from Orlando to Seattle, arriving at 11:40 am. If...

Networking Sins

Fri, 25 Sep 2009 06:00:00 UT

I ran across this article about networking sins a while back and have had it on my list to share....

Is Networking Important?

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 06:00:00 UT

There's a networking seminar at the PASS Summit, and with the explosion of social networking sites, lots of technology workers have been thinking about how to better network for their career. Today Steve Joens talks about why it's a good idea to build up your networking skills.

Is Networking Important?

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 06:00:00 UT

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Is Networking Important?

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 06:00:00 UT

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Is Networking Important?

Tue, 22 Sep 2009 06:00:00 UT

Grow Your Network - Come to the PASS Summit!

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:00:00 UT

The 2009 PASS Summit is Nov 2-5, 2009 in Seattle. Come and grow your network, while learning about SQL Server.

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Grow Your Network - Come to the PASS Summit!

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:00:00 UT

The 2009 PASS Summit is Nov 2-5, 2009 in Seattle. Come and grow your network, while learning about SQL Server.

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How Much Should You Post Online About Your Life?

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 06:00:00 UT

I’ve touched on it some in the past, but it’s a question that comes up a lot when we discuss...

Why Should You Network?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 06:00:00 UT

Networking is one of those things that so many people say is good for your career? But why? Steve Jones has a few examples today from his own experience.

Why Should You Network?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 06:00:00 UT

Networking is one of those things that so many people say is good for your career? But why? Steve Jones has a few examples today from his own experience.

Why Should You Network?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 06:00:00 UT

Networking is one of those things that so many people say is good for your career? But why? Steve Jones has a few examples today from his own experience.

Why Should You Network?

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 06:00:00 UT

Networking is one of those things that so many people say is good for your career? But why? Steve Jones has a few examples today from his own experience.

Networking for Your Career

Wed, 12 Aug 2009 06:00:00 UT

It's hard to actually put a specific value on networking, and I've been skeptical of it in the past. However...

Starting Conversations - Part 6

Thu, 18 Jun 2009 06:00:00 UT

As I've related previously (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4, Part 5) I've been working author and speaker Don Gabor on my networking skills. We recently did our final call of the six hours coaching planned, and thought I'd share some final thoughts.

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What is Twitter?

Tue, 26 May 2009 06:00:00 UT

I saw an interesting blog post from Andy Leonard ( @AndyLeonard ) recently on what he thought Twitter was. I'd started my own post here, with some thoughts, and had to go back and rewrite things (Thanks, Andy!). He got me thinking, and I agree, it's...

Starting Conversations - Part 5

Mon, 25 May 2009 06:00:00 UT

I just finished up my third coaching call with Don Gabor (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3, Part 4) and I think I'm gaining a little ground, but still finding that I have a lot to learn.

Grow Your Network - Come to the PASS Summit!

Thu, 17 Sep 2009 06:00:00 UT

The 2009 PASS Summit is Nov 2-5, 2009 in Seattle. Come and grow your network, while learning about SQL Server.

Starting Conversations - Part 4

Mon, 11 May 2009 06:00:00 UT

As I've mentioned in earlier posts (Part 1, Part 2, Part 3) I've engaged speaking and networking Don Gabor to help me build my skills. I recently had my second coaching session and wanted to share more of what I've learned so far.

Starting Conversations - Part 3

Mon, 04 May 2009 06:00:00 UT

If you haven't already, start with Part 1 and Part 2. In Part 2 I mentioned that I have hired Don to coach me on networking, and this week I'll share some results from our first 1.5 hour session.

Networking Results

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 06:00:00 UT

I've written quite a few posts lately on networking and a very common question is - where's the results? What do I get out of all the effort, and so far my best (if lame) answer is that networking is an investment based on faith that...

Starting Conversations - Part 2

Tue, 28 Apr 2009 06:00:00 UT

A week or so ago I posted a note about reading How to Start a Conversation and Make Friends (worth reading), and I had a comment posted to the blog by author Don Gabor. I like that kind of follow up, so I sent Don a note and a ...

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