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What do you do if your industry contacts start becoming unresponsive?

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In the dynamic world of business, maintaining a robust network is crucial for success. However, there may come a time when your industry contacts become unresponsive, leaving you wondering how to re-engage and sustain those professional relationships. Performance management skills are not just about managing teams but also about managing your network effectively. Here's what you can do to navigate this challenge and keep your network active and beneficial.

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Dharvi Patil

Human Resources Manager at R. R. Infraprojects Pvt. Ltd,
Daniel NAMAKOLA

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Kriti Kaushik, Ph.D

Mutating healthcare through genomics and gene therapy| Solution provider in treating life-threatening diseases

1 Reassess Timing

When you notice a drop in responsiveness from your contacts, consider the timing of your communications. People have busy periods where they prioritize different tasks, and your messages might be getting lost in the shuffle. Try reaching out at different times or days of the week. Also, observe if there are any patterns in their availability. For example, if they are more responsive during a particular season or quarter, align your communication accordingly. Patience and timing can often reopen lines of communication.

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Dharvi Patil

Human Resources Manager at R. R. Infraprojects Pvt. Ltd,
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If your industry contacts become unresponsive, try reaching out through different channels like email or LinkedIn. Follow up with a polite and concise message, reiterating your interest or query. Offer flexibility in scheduling or communication methods. Consider whether your message could be revised to be more engaging or relevant. If there's still no response, focus on nurturing other relationships and expanding your network.

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Daniel NAMAKOLA

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Take a strategic approach by reassessing your communication style and frequency, offering to help them with their current challenges and re-engaging them with relevant industry insights or shared interests similar to how successful networkers prioritize genuine relationships over transactional interactions.

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Mubashir Maqbool

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If industry contacts become unresponsive, diversify your outreach strategy by leveraging multiple communication channels, offer value through personalized insights or data, engage with them on social media, reassess your messaging for relevance, and consider nurturing new leads to maintain a robust network.

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Shruthi Sivakumar

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If your industry contacts become unresponsive, follow up professionally, seek alternative networking opportunities, and provide value to rekindle the relationship.

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2 Personalize Outreach

Personalization can make a significant difference in eliciting a response. Rather than sending generic messages, tailor your communication to reflect the individual's interests, recent work, or achievements. Acknowledge any important milestones they may have reached or articles they've published. This approach shows that you value the relationship beyond mere networking and are genuinely interested in their professional journey, increasing the likelihood of re-engagement.

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Kriti Kaushik, Ph.D

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Personalize and regular communication on the occasion of their achievements. Also, send them important news or updates relevant to their business. This will re-engage them and facilitate positive relations. Too much communication should also be avoided. Stay precise.

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3 Offer Value

One of the best ways to rekindle a fading contact is to offer something of value. This could be a piece of interesting industry news, a potential business opportunity, or an introduction to another professional in your network. By providing value, you demonstrate that your relationship is not solely about what you can gain but also about what you can contribute, which can incentivize them to re-engage with you.

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4 Evaluate Approach

If your attempts at re-engagement are not successful, it's time to evaluate your approach. Reflect on the nature of your past interactions and consider if there might have been any missteps or areas for improvement. Be open to feedback and ready to adjust your communication style. Sometimes, a small change in approach, such as being more concise or focusing on mutual interests, can reignite a dormant professional relationship.

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5 Expand Network

While working on re-engaging existing contacts, don't neglect the growth of your network. Attend industry events, join professional groups, and participate in online forums to meet new people. Expanding your network can compensate for the loss of responsiveness from some contacts and can even lead to new opportunities that reinvigorate your existing relationships.

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6 Stay Positive

Maintaining a positive attitude is key when dealing with unresponsive contacts. It's important not to take silence personally as it often has more to do with the other person's circumstances than with you. Keep your communications cordial and professional, and continue to reach out periodically without being overbearing. Staying positive and persistent often pays off in the long run.

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7 Here’s what else to consider

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5 Expand Network

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