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The Power of the NetworkSurrounding Yourself with the Best
October 17, 2015
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Understanding networking is important and building an ecosystem of individuals who might be able to
help you is critical to your future personal and professional success
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What is the Network?
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And, why do you think it’s important?
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• Simply put,
The Network is anyone and everyone you come into contact
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Two Types of Network
• Formal
• Informal
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Formal
• Where people come together and/or work in a formalized, structured setting – Organizations– Corporate environments– Meetings
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Informal
• Unstructured, informal environment– Social events– Gatherings– Casually
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Where Do You Start?
• Ask yourself the following questions:– What are your objectives when you network?
– If you’re not comfortable, why?
– What are your barriers to networking?
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Where Do You Start?
• Ask yourself the following questions:– Am I comfortable networking?
– Meeting new people
– If so, why?
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UnderPotential Networking Opportunities
• Through various ways:– Traditional/non traditional media– Contacts– Family/friends
• And, through your NETWORK and/or Personal Connections
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It’s About Meeting The Right People
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• -Who do you need to meet?
• -Who needs to meet you?
• -Where are they?
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Extending Your Network• Community Involvement
• Family, friends and past contacts Business cards Ex-coworkers
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Extending Your Network• Join professional organizations
• Join non-profit boards
• Use social media
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Simple Steps to get Started• Start with family and relatives
• Think about the number of jobs you’ve had
• Review past/present business contacts
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Simple Steps to get Started
• Social media (FB, Linked In, Twitter, et. al.)
• Consider people you know from formal and informal environments
• Understand how you handle different situations
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Simple Steps to get Started
• Do you have a brief elevator pitch
• Practice networking techniques with friends and close associates, and
GO FOR IT
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