{"id":13361,"date":"2024-04-05T07:25:01","date_gmt":"2024-04-05T12:25:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theamericangenius.com\/housing\/?p=13361"},"modified":"2024-04-05T10:25:15","modified_gmt":"2024-04-05T15:25:15","slug":"16-networking-tips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theamericangenius.com\/housing\/editorials\/16-networking-tips\/","title":{"rendered":"16 of the most useful tips for making the most of networking"},"content":{"rendered":"

These days, we like everything in bite-sized, easy-to-digest pieces of information.<\/a> We\u2019re so oversaturated with news, that it\u2019s only possible to (kind of) keep up with it through a medium such as Twitter where we can get a brief news capture and see what\u2019s trending. But even then it’s overwhelming, so @Ethos3<\/a> cast a net asking for networking tips \u2013 in 140 characters or less. Here are 16 of the most useful pieces of networking information the search yielded:<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen networking, inquire about passions, hobbies, and interests, instead of asking \u201cWhere do you work?\u201d – @DaveKerpen<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen you first meet someone, use his or her name a few times to create a feeling of familiarity,\u201d – @CIOonline<\/p>\n

\u201cDon\u2019t immediately send a LinkedIn invite to a new contact. Follow up that night or the next day,\u201d – @RealBusiness<\/p>\n

\u201cAdam Rifkin a respected networker in Silicon Valley suggests: Don\u2019t rush relationships; trust takes time,\u201d – @Bakadesuyo<\/p>\n

\u201cDon\u2019t attend networking events with a list of things you want. Arrive with a list of things you can offer,\u201d – @LearnVest<\/p>\n

\u201cNeed a reason to network? \u201cSucceeding in business is all about making connections\u201d \u2013 Richard Branson,\u201d – @EntMagazine<\/p>\n

\u201cOnce you\u2019ve made a new contact, ask what method of follow-up they prefer: email, phone, LinkedIn, or other,\u201d – @USnews<\/p>\n

\u201cDuring conversations, focus on the other person. Learn what makes them tick. Ask, listen, observe,\u201d – @ChrisBrogan<\/p>\n

\u201cInteresting people easily make meaningful connections. Be able to talk about topics other than work,\u201d – @HuffPost<\/p>\n

\u201cThe business-building \u201cgold\u201d is not in collecting business cards but in the solid relationships you build,\u201d – @Forbes<\/p>\n

\u201cOffer to help people. \u201cThe currency of real networking is not greed but generosity\u201d \u2013 Keith Ferrazzi,\u201d – @Ferrazzi<\/p>\n

\u201cIf you want to go somewhere, it is best to find someone who has already been there,\u201d – @TheRealKiyosaki<\/p>\n

\u201cMost people at events are in the same situation: they don\u2019t know many people; they welcome icebreakers,\u201d – @Steamfeedcom<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen in doubt, discuss the setting or the event. How? Do your homework about the event, and be observant,\u201d – @RealSimple<\/p>\n

\u201cTake a friend with refined social skills to networking events to ease the awkwardness of breaking the ice,\u201d – @Dailymuse<\/p>\n

\u201cApply to be a speaker at conferences. Networking at the event is easier if everyone knows your name,\u201d – @Ethos3<\/p>\n

Now get out there and network your hearts out!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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