Best of... Networking

Of the hundreds of tipsheets that I have written over the years, I am often asked which are the "best" ones about a particular subject. Not surprisingly, networking comes up over and over again. Over the next several months, I will list some of the most effective tips and perspectives. Today, it's networking:

• Give and You Shall Receive: on the importance of adding value to your network.
• Viral Career Marketing:Engaging your network to amplify your message.
• Community Involvement - Personal Benefit: The networking benefits of community involvement.
• It's (not) all about me: Changing the center of gravity to others.
• Matchmaker, Matchmaker: Two ways to grow your network.
• Give to Get: How to build your network "bank account"
• Networking Three-Step: An easy way to grow your network, one step at a time.
• Networking Choices: Is it better to deepen existing relationships, or add new ones?
• The Host: A powerful technique for developing networking skills.
• Network Intention: The impact of networking goals on networking productivity.

This week's action plan: Spend a few minutes reading these classics, and then discuss the theme that resonates most with two of your colleagues. After your meeting, forward this email to them, and ask them to go through it. Not only are you paying it forward - a key networking concept - but you're also empowering them to do the same.

Randall Craig is an expert on Social Media, Networking, and Career Planning; to find out how his workshops, webinars, and keynotes can help your team or add to your event, contact him through www.PersonalBalanceSheet.com, or by email at editor@ptadvisors.com.

Make It Happen Tipsheet
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Publication Date: April 27, 2010