Networking Success

There have been many books on Networking.

They all make a very good case for the power of connecting with others, but there is none that so effectively spells out the best strategies and tactics to use. Face-to-Face Networking Skills In A Social Media World by Mindy Selinger, guides you step-by-step to find and connect with the people you need to meet…at Networking Events, and anywhere else you may have an opportunity to engage another.

Our world is not lacking in opportunities to initially meet & connect. Social media now brings people in every corner of the world together with the click of a mouse. Our networking reach is unlimited. Does this in itself make us better networkers? It does not matter how we connect; it’s the quality of your “First Contact” skills, that sets the stage. The age-old adage that says, “You only get one chance to make a good first impression” is so relevant to the networking exchange, both in person and online. An initial blunder can be costly. From the book:

A Pure Definition of Networking

Ask five people “What is Networking?” and you will get five different answers. Boil those answers down until you get this pure & simple definition that says volumes. This definition is not ours. The credit belongs to John Naisbitt from his book entitled, Megatrends. In this book, Naisbitt discusses ten mega-trends that will transform business going into the 21st Century. (Little did he know about the coming internet!) Chapter eight is all about networking. He defines networking as “The Exchange of Ideas, Information and Resources”.

This definition encourages the networker to think beyond referrals when trying to help others. Sharing Ideas, Information & Resources can be just as valuable..(if not more) as giving a referral. This concept is essential to becoming a valuable PowerPartner for your network. Tell someone about his book. Now, that’s networking!

A Shared Idea is Worth Millions