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Networking Cell Phone Etiquette
OK, this is going to be short and to the point. I know you already know this, but just in case: When you are networking with someone in person, whether it is at an event or especially in a one-to-one, the only time you should answer your cell phone is when not...
Another Excuse
When I'm coaching about good networking practice, I quite often hear the lament "But what will I say??" when I recommend making calls or sending emails to people. Really, there's nothing to this. Any excuse will do. I've already told you about one or two of...
Groups: Why Quit?
We've talked quite often recently about joining and participating in networking groups. The events that these organizations put on can be a font of new contacts whom you can develop into strong networking partners. So why would you ever quit? Actually, there can be...
Helping Others and Showing Your Face
I was reading Guy Kawasaki's blog the other day and he pointed out this video by Lewis Howes on good practices in using social media sites. It's about 6 minutes long. Now he's got a number of great points here, but two in particular stood out to me: #6....
Which Groups? Why? Part 2
OK, so after yesterday, you've got a potential group or two that you might like to join. The general format of the group and the make-up of its members will meet some as yet unmet need that you have. Time to join up, right? Not so fast. Here are a...
Which Groups? Why? Part 1
Yesterday we talked about the best way to make any group you belong to pay off -- namely, participate. The question arises, though: If I'm going to spend that much time serving a group, how do I know which group to join and to how many should I belong? How...
Attending vs Participating
Becoming part of any social or business organization is a great way to accelerate your networking. You get to see the same people on a monthly or even weekly basis. You quite often share a common interest with them. You might even get a discount...
Plan with Calendar in Hand
The gatherings and events put on by the different organizations you belong to are the bread and butter of the networking process. Going to the Chamber lunch or the local Business Leader after hours is a great way to make the initial contacts that will eventually...
The Limited Networker Field Guide: The Long-Legged Level Jumper
This is the second in the "Limited Networker Field Guide" series. Name: The Long-Legged Level Jumper Environment: Anywhere there is someone to impose on. Behavior: The primary behavior of the Level Jumper is the request for activities which correspond to a...