Most people do business networking wrong. Most people literally have no idea how to network the right way—and by the “right way” I mean, “the way that gets results.” So to help you figure it out, I’ve put together this handy list of seven warning signs.
Relationships
5 Steps to the Mother Lode
That next telephone call or email could be the mother lode of opportunities. Of course, if the mother lode is to fall into your lap, it won’t come by happenstance, but through a concerted effort.
16 Tips for Networking Smarter
If networking intimidates you—or you think you’re all set and don’t need to do it to begin with!—think again. Refer back to these tips the next time you’re looking for a reference for a personal or business service, a job lead, a new hire, or any number of other things a strong network can provide.
Maximize Your Giving by Avoiding Takers
The difference between givers who climb the success ladder and those who struggle comes in who they do their giving to. The most successful givers are strategic when they give: they will give generously to fellow givers as well as to takers, but they will be very cautious about giving to takers.
Why Giving Is More Powerful than Getting
It’s not about you. That’s the secret that every person needs to learn in business—it’s not about you. It’s about helping others, about putting what other people need ahead of what you want. The secret to business is providing value to your customers, not looking for ways to make money for yourself.
