What Makes a Great Networker
Recently when I asked the question “What is Networking”? to a group of business people I got the answers like, listening more than talking, building relationships and farming, someone asked me what makes a great networker, so I started to break it down, here is the result.
Givers Gain Attributes
•Some one who gives without the expectation of something in return.
•Some one who does things for others without the expectation of something in return.
•Believing that your business needs will be met (and exceeded) by giving to others, referrals, thank you notes, recommendations, written testimonials etc.
Abundance Mindset
•Believing that there is an abundance of opportunity.
•Believing in the expanding the pie, not fighting over the pieces.
•Believing in the "Law of Reciprocity" - what is given comes back many times.
Relationships
•Putting FUN in Fundamentals of networking activities.
•Building win/win relationships.
•Being accessible, approachable and available.
•Being yourself.
•Being punctual and professional.
Happy Networking
Glenn
