How to Network
What is networking and how can it be of benefit to your business?
Networking is simply connecting with people of like interests for the purpose of uncovering opportunities, increasing knowledge or sharing information. More simply, it’s getting to know people and building relationships. Many people are afraid of networking, but the truth is, we network every day - with our family, our work colleagues and at social events.
Over 75% of new business is gained through word of mouth and therefore networking should be an integral part of the marketing strategy of every company that is serious about doing business.
Why is networking important when establishing a business?
As well as identifying new business opportunities, networking allows you to share ideas, experience and good practice, meet inspirational role models, combat isolation by making new contacts, increase your confidence and self-esteem and build long term relationships. In the early stages of business it is easy to suddenly become isolated and lose touch with what is happening around you - therefore missing out on opportunities that could be vital to your business.
How do I go about networking?
Where can I find out about networking events?
Networking is one of those things that we all agree with, we all acknowledge the benefits, and we can all understand how it helps. There many support organisations in the North East who offer networking events on a regular basis. The first step is to decide what type of networking event would suit you – mixed or women-only events, lunch-time or evening events, formal or informal and in which part of the region.
How do I network on other occasions or at other events?
The art of networking, networking techniques, effective networking…….. it seems that everyone is searching for the answer to this well-kept secret. Effective networking comes with practice and as long as you have done some preparation (eg, develop some questions, a short snappy introduction and remember to take your business cards), and learn to relax, you will find, with practice, that the rest comes naturally.
What are the top tips to help me make the most of networking? How can I improve my networking skills?
Planning...
Choose carefully the events you go to. If possible obtain a guest list in advance.
Firstly determine why you are attending the event for information purposes and networking or specifically networking.
Prepare a ‘what do you do’ answer that’s short, snappy and memorable.
Arriving...
Arrive on time for the event – it always seems a lot easier to introduce yourself to someone when you are one of the first arrivals.
Wear your name badge on the right. It’s where your eye goes to when you shake hands.
Use ‘hosts’ & organisers to introduce you to people, they are generally well connected and secondly it’s in their interest to do so.
Connecting/respecting...
Treat everyone the same and never make assumptions about the people you meet.
Mix not Magnet!
If you are not very confident try not to attach yourself (like glue) to the first person you get speaking to. Remember the person you are talking to, whilst they might be enjoying your company, probably wants to be able to chat to one or two other people as well.
Listen up...
Listen to what other people do first and (everyone is interested if you’re interested in them) and listen for link words that connect with who you are and what you do.
Talking...
Keep conversation to neutral topics, avoid monopolising the conversation. Ask questions that require more than yes/no answers.
You will create a better first impression if you deliberately copy the pace and volume of the person you are speaking to.
Abundance – don’t ask, offer!
Offer information and contacts to match the links. It provides a reason for follow-up and staying in contact.
To drink or not to drink?
Generally you need a clear head so moderation is the key. Yes it can help confidence but can give others a negative impression.
Get out of your comfort zone..
For every person you meet and every hour you spend with them, they will be an ambassador for you and make another 10 recommendations on your behalf
Often the crucial moment (the business card)...
If people are interested in what you do generally they will ask for a card – don’t offer your card right at the outset.
Taking notes...
As a memory aid it can often be useful to make notes about a person on the back of their business card.
Follow up...
Try to follow up with people you have met (recap on your notes on business cards, add useful contacts to your database).
Finally...
If you have tried all the tips and you still don’t feel comfortable 'try' again! Practice makes perfect.
What are the common networking mistakes?
Avoiding networking completely. The myth and mystery that sometimes surrounds networking meaning that it becomes an issue, a fear or skill gap that requires a training course. Networking is simply building and forging relationships but the benefits can be tremendous. By joining a networking initiative such as Women Into the Network (WIN), you become part of a helpful network, which offers rehearsal space in a supportive and non-threatening environment. Being part of a network can help eliminate any fear and help you network your way to success.
Wednesday, 6 May 2009
Monday, 4 May 2009
Making Money online Free or spend ! up to you
Making Money online Free or spend ! up to you
Today I would like to tell you a bit more about how I am making money online, I think you have a good idea by now and you are most likely thinking, what I have shown you so far does not add up to much in the way of income, but what I have shown you to date is only the tip of the iceberg there is so much more that I need to tell you about.
You may remember, that I make money from someone like you clicking on an add on my blog, Well I also have some websites that I have set up with ads on to earn money from, Now I am not sure if you are going to build your income part time or you want to make it into a full time job, and if you are going to spend a little or a lot of money get this up and going or you just may wish to do it for free, you can do it all three ways, its up to you, As I said you can do for free, but this way does take a bit longer to do. Let me tell you about each way
1st FREE:- now you can write your own Blog that’s free with sites like
www.blogger.com or www.wordpress.com they are bout free to set up have a look at them both see the best one for you! “ What should I write about” I hear you say well just anything you like, you could tell others about “how to make money online” or just tell them about your life or dress making or How to do something or what to do when paint a wall, the list could go on and on, try to think of something that you find interesting you readers will pick up on this and will come back for more.
2nd Spend some money:- If you chose to do it this way you can still do the 1st way as well as it all helps to the bottom line, for a small fee of just $10 PM you could setup your own website “what me!!!! I cant do that” I hear you say, but you can it is very easy and you can make money at the same time, I will show you how now this is just one of my website that I setup that brings me in some cash http://www.1001things.ws/ take a quick look, once there you will see I have some ads on the site, click them if you like “That will earn me some money” :o) you too can have a site just like this one that you too can earn your money from to get your low cost website go here http://website.ws/kvmlm2/index.dhtml?sponsor=jeremyrush&template=07 please take the time to watch the video, you will not only see that you could have your own website but you will also see that you can earn money with it as well. Once you have signed up I will help you all I can to get you started in making your online business.
Why would I want to do that ?? well because by helping you are am helping myself as well, I not going to tell you that I will do this for FREE because I like you or you are my best friend, I may not know you, the bottom line is if I can show you how to make money online then I too will make money from what you do, so that’s why I want to help you ok.
3rd Spend lots of Money:- Well I think this one speaks for its self, and I think it’s a waste of time but you go ahead if you want to. Good luck with that one!!!
The one that I would like you to take a good look at is 2nd way a small amount of money, lets face it, there is not a business I think on the planet that you can start up with no money at all, if there is I would like to know about so please let me know if you find one.
So take the time to have a look at this short video http://website.ws/kvmlm2/index.dhtml?sponsor=jeremyrush&template=3 and if you have any question please feel free to ask
Good luck
Jeremy
Today I would like to tell you a bit more about how I am making money online, I think you have a good idea by now and you are most likely thinking, what I have shown you so far does not add up to much in the way of income, but what I have shown you to date is only the tip of the iceberg there is so much more that I need to tell you about.
You may remember, that I make money from someone like you clicking on an add on my blog, Well I also have some websites that I have set up with ads on to earn money from, Now I am not sure if you are going to build your income part time or you want to make it into a full time job, and if you are going to spend a little or a lot of money get this up and going or you just may wish to do it for free, you can do it all three ways, its up to you, As I said you can do for free, but this way does take a bit longer to do. Let me tell you about each way
1st FREE:- now you can write your own Blog that’s free with sites like
www.blogger.com or www.wordpress.com they are bout free to set up have a look at them both see the best one for you! “ What should I write about” I hear you say well just anything you like, you could tell others about “how to make money online” or just tell them about your life or dress making or How to do something or what to do when paint a wall, the list could go on and on, try to think of something that you find interesting you readers will pick up on this and will come back for more.
2nd Spend some money:- If you chose to do it this way you can still do the 1st way as well as it all helps to the bottom line, for a small fee of just $10 PM you could setup your own website “what me!!!! I cant do that” I hear you say, but you can it is very easy and you can make money at the same time, I will show you how now this is just one of my website that I setup that brings me in some cash http://www.1001things.ws/ take a quick look, once there you will see I have some ads on the site, click them if you like “That will earn me some money” :o) you too can have a site just like this one that you too can earn your money from to get your low cost website go here http://website.ws/kvmlm2/index.dhtml?sponsor=jeremyrush&template=07 please take the time to watch the video, you will not only see that you could have your own website but you will also see that you can earn money with it as well. Once you have signed up I will help you all I can to get you started in making your online business.
Why would I want to do that ?? well because by helping you are am helping myself as well, I not going to tell you that I will do this for FREE because I like you or you are my best friend, I may not know you, the bottom line is if I can show you how to make money online then I too will make money from what you do, so that’s why I want to help you ok.
3rd Spend lots of Money:- Well I think this one speaks for its self, and I think it’s a waste of time but you go ahead if you want to. Good luck with that one!!!
The one that I would like you to take a good look at is 2nd way a small amount of money, lets face it, there is not a business I think on the planet that you can start up with no money at all, if there is I would like to know about so please let me know if you find one.
So take the time to have a look at this short video http://website.ws/kvmlm2/index.dhtml?sponsor=jeremyrush&template=3 and if you have any question please feel free to ask
Good luck
Jeremy
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