Boston Business Journal Columns by Diane Darling

Dr. Ruth shows us how to put 'people skills' to work

She measures 4 feet, 7 inches tall, has the stamina of the Energizer Bunny and will turn 80 in June. Her voice has been......February 15, 2008

Network resolution: Seven ways to sharpen skills

By now you have probably broken at least one New Year's resolution. Eating less, exercising more, not being late are three of mine. So......January 18, 2008

This Thanksgiving, reflect on your personal network

Paula Boggs loves cookies. So when the executive assistant for the CEO called Paula to say that cookies had been delivered for her, she......November 16, 2007

Baseball & networking: Be sure to cover your bases

With the Red Sox hosting the first game of the American League Championship Series tonight, Boston is in the grips of baseball fever. But......October 15, 2007

Networking tool time: Have the necessary equipment

Whether you are an elite runner or someone like me (I only run when I am late for a plane), it is imperative to......September 10, 2007

Doing good can lead to rewards you never considered

Alfred Nobel got quite a surprise as he picked up the newspaper one morning and read his own obituary. His brother had died, but......August 13, 2007

Give it a rest: Only you can prevent networking burnout

I like peppermint patties, popcorn and a hot bath after a long hike. However, unless I want to walk around like a shriveled up.....July 16, 2007

The 20-minute rule can lead to better networking
Over the holiday weekend I was heading north when I saw a car with a completely flat tire. There was a woman with white......June 11, 2007

A few tricks to master the networking name game
It happens to the best of us at the worst time. You have just met someone at an event and then two seconds later......April 30, 2007

Depression: The network no one wants to join
Like many, I paused when I read the poignant news about Diane Patrick. Dealing with depression is painful and lonely. My uncle and grandfather......March 19, 2007

I was just linking: Tips for making a connection online
Social networking Web sites abound. The question the online networker faces is not only which ones to join, but how best to take advantage......February 19, 2007

What Tom Brady can teach you about networking
It's playoff season, and as the Patriots head to a key matchup with the San Diego Chargers, football is on the mind of even......January 15, 2007

A guide to surviving -- and enjoying -- holiday parties
Tis the season. And for introverts, it is even more exhausting than the rest of the year. There is more small talk with people......December 11, 2006