Business bankers can be an excellent resource in networking to find a great business for sale. Bankers will have great relationships with their business clients and they will know which businesses have great potential. A business banker is also highly motivated to help sell a business or help find a new business buyer because they know they will help retain the banking relationships after closing.Here are a few tips to use when networking with business bankers to find a business for sale.1. “Do” -Provide Business bankers with a letter of interest or a letter of intent from your accountant – A letter stating that you are prequalified for financing and that specifies your criteria in a business will get your local business banker’s blood pumping. Business bankers are always seeking to retain existing corporate accounts and find new ones. In the letter explain that you would be willing to retain the services of the business banker after the closing.2. “Don’t” – Ask your Business banker to refer you to a business for sale – The traditional business or commercial banker relationship with their clients is simply one of anonymity. I have tried to get “dirt” from several business bankers only to find that they will stay true to keeping their clients information in confidence.3. “Do” – Ask your business or commercial banker if they know of any potential acquisition opportunities – Obviously any business banker worth his or her salt is not going to give you information on the company – however a good relationship builder will want to service his clients anyway he can. This may include taking your Letter of Interest (or Intent) and handing it to one of their existing clients.4. “Don’t” – Put all of your eggs in one basket when working with Business bankers- Networking is a game of relationships and numbers. It’s a good strategy in business to have as many good contacts with good business or commercial bankers as possible. Keep a rolodex or database of all of these individuals. Make a point to follow up with these people at least once every 3 months. Ask what types of loans their banks are approving and one what criteria. Too often business owners develop one really strong relationship with one bank, and when that bank declines to loan them money they end up in an absolute crisis.5. “Do” – Network with Business or commercial bankers outside of your geographical area. Most of the time the really good opportunities require that you drive or fly a distance to get them. If the deal is good don’t be afraid to travel, commute or relocate to buy a business. Business bankers in your particular geographic area frequently get to know several other representatives in different areas. Incentivize business bankers to look for you.

Sometimes we all need a little lift. Whether you’ve had a recent knock to your confidence, have been going through stress in your personal or professional life, or have always struggled with your self-esteem, music is an essential tool for lifting your spirits and making you feel better about yourself.

According to a study by Heriot-Watt University, the type of music you listen to not only influences your mood, but also your personality, with indie and rock/heavy metal fans reporting the lowest levels of self-esteem, while fans of jazz, blues, opera, classical, pop, rap and soul all reported high levels of self-confidence.

So if you’re having a ‘down day’, why not boost your spirits by listening to some powerful, uplifting tracks? Here are five perfect confidence boosters.

Britney Spears – Toxic
Britney’s own struggles with her mental health and conservatorship have made her an inspiration for many people across the world.

This classic song is timelessly sensual, and the heavy beats throughout make it impossible not to dance to. A welcome blast of nostalgia, this tune has filled dance floors across the globe with fans old and new.

The video features Britney as a female spy playing the sexy flight attendant, seducing her passenger before she makes her escape on a motorbike and breaks into a high-security facility guarded by a laser security system.

This track and video is a guaranteed way to feel invincible, and deserves a place on your playlist no matter your mood.

Kelis – Milkshake
A cheesy classic that is guaranteed to make you feel all warm and gooey inside, Kelis pumps up the heat in this 00’s RnB track. Underpinned by intricate drum beats and electric elements, Kelis’ self-confidence is infectious, and it’s hard not to find yourself smiling at the lyrics.

This track is a great way to get into a flirtatious mindset, making it a great choice before going on a date or heading out for the evening.

And if you’re staying in? It’s a great mood lift. But beware! You may find yourself craving a sweet treat.

Eve (ft. Gwen Stefani) – Let Me Blow Your Mind
This RnB classic will capture your attention with its assertive rhythm and powerful vocals from 00’s icons Eve and Gwen Stefani. Featuring a laid-back – yet self-assured – beat, and catchy guitar riff, this is a great track for driving, and its empowering feel is sure to help you feel motivated.

Got a job interview lined up, or thinking of asking for a raise? This anthemic number is a quick way to feel positive and more assertive.

The video features Eve and Gwen Stefani crashing an exclusive event on quad bikes, causing a stir among the privileged attendants, and shoving the performer off stage to perform their own music, before finally being arrested and taken to the station in a police van.

This ‘baddie’ track helps you to tap into the hidden ‘bold’ side of your personality, and lifts your mood while keeping you feeling calm and cool.

Fergie – MILF$
If you have kids, it can be difficult to feel sexy. When you’re running around cleaning the house, changing nappies, or up to your elbows in dishwater, you can easily forget your sensual side – leaving you feeling frumpy and lacking in confidence and motivation.

Thankfully, Fergie’s comeback track is a quick remedy to your low mood and lethargy.

Featuring attractive mothers dressed in curve-hugging latex and silky lingerie going about their daily life in a dreamy, colourful suburbia, this track is a quick way to transform your self-esteem and transport you to a world where you are not just a mother, but a goddess too.

Why not shake off the day and tap into your feminine energy with Fergie, your sexiest PJs, and a bottle of your favourite wine?

Marina And The Diamonds – How To Be A Heartbreaker
Low confidence after a breakup? You’re not alone. Having your heart broken can leave you feeling depressed, undesirable, and unmotivated. So flip the tables on your ex and become a heartbreaker with Marina’s catchy club classic.

This empowering dance track will make you want to move your body and get in touch with your bad girl side, with its heavy beat and pounding rhythms.

Plus, if your libido has suffered as a result of your low mood, take a sneaky peek at the video – it will get your blood pumping with its steamy shower shots and smoking hot male models.