Ultimate 'Cheat Sheet' on Super-Connecting

Super-Connecting...What's That?

There's a lot of talk among my peers lately about the concept of becoming a "super-connector." The simple definition is someone who builds a large social network, but not for their own direct use. Instead, they focus on putting people within their network together. They make introduction after introduction, in hopes the two professionals they connect are able to benefit one another. Why is this so powerful? The person doing the super-connecting builds their reputation as a powerful professional by focusing on giving - and in return receives the same kind of new introductions back.

Brilliant, But Not "New"

I think this is a brilliant concept...but it's not a new one. Executives in the C-suite have known this works for quite some time. It's how they've been getting ahead for years. But now, thanks to tools like Linkedin, any professional can build their social currency through super-connecting and take their career to unimaginable levels of success.

You're Just 6 Lessons Away From Becoming A Superconnector

Here's the ultimate 'cheat sheet' on how to build your super-connecting skills. I went through all the articles I've read by peers, and a few I've written myself, and mapped them out in to a six-lesson plan. Simply read each one, take notes, and put the takeaways into action. Here you go!

Lesson 1: Learn about the concept of super-connecting.

The Rise of the Superconnector

Finding the Hidden Value in Your Network

Lesson 2: Learn the proper 'rules of engagement' to avoid errors:

Why a 'Request to Connect' Gets Ignored

4 Words that Can Get You Restricted on Linkedin

6 Great Ways to Make Another Person's Day

Lesson 3: Understand why you must re-define your approach to accepting connections:

Our Networking Pride & Prejudice

3 Words Will Transform Your Career

Lesson 4: Improve your in-person networking skills as part of the process:

6 Secrets to Better Networking at Events

5 Ways to Become a Better Speaker Overnight

Lesson 5: Learn to tell a great career story:

5 Keys to Great Storytelling

7 Elements of a Juice Career Story

The Right Way to Tell Your Career Story

Lesson 6: Build networking into your everyday routine:

10 Things I Do Every Workday

I hope the above helps you to focus your efforts on super-connecting and makes it easier for you to embrace the concept and leverage its power.

Do you have a favorite article on this subject not listed above? Share your thoughts and links to other great resources below and we can create an even better guide to super-connecting together.

If you want to read more of what I've written, check out my articles on Inc.com.

P.S. - First time reading my posts? Thanks for taking the time to stop by! Not only do I write for Linkedin, but I'm also founder of a popular career advice site,CAREEREALISM,and currently run the career coaching program,CareerHMO. I hope you'll check them both out!

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CAREEREALISM’s Founder, J.T. O’Donnell is a nationally syndicated career expert and workplace consultant who helps American workers of all ages find greater professional satisfaction. Her book, CAREEREALISM: The Smart Approach to a Satisfying Career, outlines her highly successful career-coaching methodology. Purchase her e-book of CAREEREALISM for only $9.95 by clicking here !

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