Effective Networking, done correctly, can lead to many business opportunities. Not networking effectively can actually cost you a job, business and personal relationships. Learn to network well and you will reap the immense rewards of being known, liked and trusted as a Connector!
Here are some tips to help you get started on your journey.
Remember, networking [...]
I was reading Scott Ingram’s post this morning about launching some Happy Hours events for his Network in Austin Events. If you haven’t read any of Scott’s posts, you can check them out on his blog. What I like most about Scott’s writing is that his advice is totally down-to-earth and makes lots of sense. [...]
Continue Reading...Networking is THE most important component of your success. If done strategically and diligently, it can increase your net worth and your power exponentially. If not done properly, it’s like signing your business “death warrant!”
It is YOUR responsibility to build your network with care.
That means you must invest the time and energy into making it [...]
Ok, you’ve just “survived” attending a new networking event. Congratulations! It’s new to you because it was your first time attending. There were quite a few people there that you met for the first time. You’ve spent a few minutes “socializing” with each of them, asking the typical ice breaker questions and you feel as [...]
Continue Reading...Today’s post is an article written by a woman that I’m very proud to call my friend, Robbie Motter. I met Robbie shortly after entering the online world and she has been a tremendous supporter for me. One of the rare qualities she possesses is that she takes the business of connecting very seriously and [...]
Continue Reading...Saying ‘thank you’ to your clients, advocates, friends, family—in essence- your entire network is always in style.
Did you make a New Year’s resolution that sounds something like this? “I will stay on people’s radar screen daily—with a simple thank you, showing my appreciation or staying in touch.” If so, how are [...]
Are you listening to the other person during your conversations? Are you asking “how can I help you?” Remember, networking is all about being personal – listening is an “acquired” skill – most people “hear” during a conversation, but few actually “listen!” So begin by asking relevant questions and then pay attention and listen to [...]
Continue Reading...Many people STILL don’t realize that business networking is all about building relationships. Today, I thought it would be appropriate to post a few tips and ask a few questions to get you thinking about how and why you network and how you might be able to more effective and efficient in what you do! [...]
Continue Reading...In business, being successful at standing out in a crowd is a skill that comes more naturally to some than others. At the root of that skill is the ability to be memorable, so that your name or that of your company remains top-of-mind for your customers. The challenge is that people don’t all find [...]
Continue Reading...As most of you already know, I’m an Open Networker with my profile on LinkedIn, FaceBook, Twitter and many other social networking sites. As a result of my participation on LinkedIn, I met an awesome gentleman by the name of Joe High, a financial Adviser. His company is the 4th Quarter Financial Coach [...]
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