Networking Advice??

[Taylor23]

Hey! So does anyone know anything about networking and making connections? My friends keep saying I need to do this to help grow my business..idk. I've been looking online for info.. just found this one Networking for Shy People | Institute for Coaching that seems legit. what do you think? any tips?

[hugh009]

Yes Taylor this is one area that I have YEARS of experience!

Remember what world renowned networker and my long time friend Bob Burg says: PEOPLE REALLY WANT TO HAVE YOU TALK TO THEM AS LONG AS IT IS ABOUT THEM! As a former CBS News investigative reporter it was my job to ASK about THEM!

Make sure and get Bob's book Endless Referrals and Google him!

Hugh
Hugh Simpson | With My God NOTHING Is Impossible!

[DigitalPalette]

Many towns have local small business networking meetings held every week, google "[Your city/town name here] small business network". I went to one a few weeks back helping my friends company make a presentation and it was very helpful, landing new contacts and potential sales for a 30 minute meeting. Dress business casual at the lest (formal if you have a suit) and speak clearly and confidently. Business cards will help as many people hand them out after or before the event.

[Inceptive Solutions]

Believe it or not, you can do tons of networking on Twitter. Social media tends to be more casual so you don't need much of an icebreaker.

[Mobile Marketing]

Try your local chambers of commerce and also Toast Masters if you need help with public speaking or shy.

[BarbaraKParker]

You can also look for these organizations via Facebook Groups or LinkedIn