The Art and Science of Networking
Brian Wallace
Founder, NowSourcing - Infographic Expert | Google Board Member | International Keynote Speaker | Featured: NYT, Forbes, Mashable | Innovate Summit Creator | Advisory: #SXSW, Lexmark
As social creatures, human beings are drawn to each other. Whether for work or play, we are always searching for opportunities to connect with one another; but sometimes easier said than done. Professional networking can be a real challenge for some, especially when the general attitude around networking is less than favorable. But far from being only a tool to find a new job or client, networking encompasses a huge variety of social interactions and means a lot more than just exchanging business cards.
For many professionals, rookies and seasoned professionals alike, networking can seem like a chore or even a waste of time. Break this cycle by approaching networking in a proactive way with collaboration, teamwork, and purpose in mind during meetings and professional events. Even online, for sites like Linkedin a little personality and determination go a long way for potential contacts.
Ready to hone your networking skills? This infographic from Networkwise on the art and science of networking has everything you need to know about making, maintaining, and building a network of meaningful and smart connections.
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6 年Great points in this Article and info-graphics, I love it! Makes me look at networking in a different way!
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6 年Super great! So true the truth of networking is long term & genuine helpfulness
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6 年Great Article! I so agree with this ??%! Networking is important in so many ways within so many different careers. As a person in Sales & Business Development, it is very important to me to build long term relationships with clients.
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6 年Great read Brian! Networking and relationship building has been a pillar in my career so far!
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