Wine and Sports offer conversation opportunities that every business professional should take advantage of. Both subjects might seem inconsequential to your actual job, but it’s another way you can convey confidence in your ability to make a decision which translates to an increased comfort level in working with you.

I’m not sure where the assumption was first made that women prefer white wine and men prefer red. I can however say, that’s not necessarily the case. It’s a perfect example however of a small detail that can derail a conversation and make an unfavorable impression.

Being able to talk about wine and sports gives you a leg up when it comes to effective communication and being able to engage in productive conversations. Both topics can be intimidating, but that’s why we break it down and make it easy for you to talk both wine and sports.

If I asked you to describe an afternoon of wine tasting and you think of the words, stuffy, boring and dull at any point – you’re not hitting the right tasting rooms. Washington State is home to hundreds of great wineries and tasting rooms each with their own unique vibe that often matches the personality of the winemaker.

Many of you know that I have a passion for both sports and wine. Thankfully my friends at Wine Saints let me combine both. Check out the latest post that gives you a Christmas idea for wine thanks to Hall of Famer Warren Moon.