Balancing networking and leadership duties is crucial. How can you excel in both roles effectively?

Las relaciones profundas se logran bajo el marco del respeto, la escucha, apertura mental y la colaboración. Cada persona acumula experiencias, vivencias únicas. Al darnos la oportunidad de conocerlas nos enriquecen, nos permiten tener otras perspectivas de cómo se pueden hacer las cosas y a veces validan nuestras propias acciones. Estas relaciones nos alientan, nos motivan e impulsan a continuar nuestro proceso de mejora continua y el de nuestro equipo.

Networking goes beyond exchanging business cards—it's about forging meaningful connections. To excel, focus on: - Quality Over Quantity: Build deep relationships with a few key individuals who provide diverse perspectives and support. - Leverage Leadership: Use your role to network within your team, showing genuine interest in their professional growth. - Build Trust: Create a network based on mutual respect and trust by engaging authentically with others. By applying these strategies, you'll enhance both your networking and leadership effectiveness.

Be ready with questions for your network and team members--questions beyond "how are you" and "what's new." Think about their goals, their industry, their hobbies and interests. Tailor your questions to the whole human and take notes (or jot them down later) so that you can follow up. Following up is an easy way to show you remember and value them.

Si eres un líder, puedes aprovechar tus habilidades de comunicación para fortalecer tus conexiones al hacer networking, construyendo relaciones auténticas y participando activamente en eventos y comunidades profesionales. Esto te permitirá expandir tu red y potenciar tu liderazgo

As a leader, striking a balance between seeking external opportunities and nurturing your team’s growth is crucial. While networking can unlock valuable insights and partnerships, your team’s success hinges on your guidance and support.

Like they say, time flies when you're having fun. And networking is fun, but it does require a lot of time if you plan on doing it effectively. Set your objectives and manage your time. From all the events I've been to, I know that my day work will pile up while I'm at a week-long expo for example. So you need to do what you went to that expo to do and network, but you need to manage time for follow ups, day work, rest, yourself, etc.

Related to this is prioritizing ruthlessly. If you go to an event or make a connection and it isn't a hit, move on from it. If you go to an event or make a connection that lights you up, make plans and calendar appointments to continue the interaction, follow up as appropriate, and to get more involved. Consistently ask: Do I like this? Is it worth it? And, based on the answers, adjust and realign accordingly.

Delegation is freedom. Delegation is teambuilding. It can be scary up front, because it gives up some control. It can cause reluctance up front, because learning to do it and setting the other person up for success takes time. Acknowledge all of this and move on. Delegation, when done effectively, frees up time and space for you--to take on more work, to take breaks, and to continue to grow and build your business and your teams.

Yes this goes along with time management. If you know you'll be driving, at an expo, on a flight, or anything else that takes you away from your day work, see what you can delegate and plan accordingly. These are great opportunities to build trust with your team members and teach them something new with more responsibility.

Developing a personal brand has been the joy of my professional life for the last four years. I wish I had done it sooner. It gives you a presence that is valuable and your own. It can algin with, support, and grow your work and leadership. It can also be a fun, joy-filled, and fulfilling thing that runs alongside your work.

Everyone has different leadership styles and it's important to know what yours is. This is a part of your personal brand. I do believe that it all depends on your objectives as well. Who are you and what do you want to be known as in your network? How do others describe you and the value you bring? That's your personal brand so once you answer those, you can execute accordingly.

Your personal brand significantly impacts your professional perception and leadership influence. To strengthen your brand, focus on: 1. Align your brand with your authentic leadership style and values—consistency is key. 2. Increase visibility by sharing expertise through speaking engagements and social media. 3. Build recognition within your network by regularly contributing valuable insights. 4. Leverage your brand to enhance your leadership presence in your organization. By implementing these strategies, you'll boost both your network and leadership effectiveness.