Perhaps the “Cardinal Rule” of networking is that once you’ve planted the seeds of a new relationship, you must follow up to maintain it. Whether it’s a business referral, job lead, or a professional connection, get in touch – within… Read More »Follow Up and Through!
Often the hardest part when attending events, social or business. You can either ‘dump’ or ‘park’ them.When you realise it’s time to move , so do they. You’re both thinking the same thing as the pauses become more pregnant “How… Read More »How to move on after the conversation ends…
INTRODUCTIONS 6. To my level 2 connection Dear XXX You’ll see XXX has sent you an introduction, as I’d like to start to build a business relationship with you to our mutual benefit. In very simple terms, I show people… Read More »6 Useful and Courteous Messages: #6
INTRODUCTIONS 5. To my level 1 connection Dear XXX In the spirit of networking, I would love an introduction to XXX (I DON’T NORMALLY SEND THE NEXT SENTENCE AS I WILL GENERALLY HAVE ESTABLISHED THE RELATIONSHIP BEFORE USING THE LINKEDIN… Read More »6 Useful and Courteous Messages: #5
4. When I decline an invitation (I ONLY DO THIS WHEN I GET A PERSONAL MESSAGE. IF IT JUST A DEFAULT ONE –LINER I PRESS THE IGNORE BUTTON AND SOMETIMES REPORT AS SPAM OR SAY I DO NOT KNOW… Read More »6 Useful and Courteous Messages: #4
When I query an invitation Thank you for inviting me to link in to your network. Please forgive me and my memory; remind me where we have met or how you know me. If you had a photo it may… Read More »6 Useful and Courteous Messages: #3
2. When someone accepts your invitation Thank you for accepting my invitation to be part of your network. Now we’re ‘linked in’ don’t forget to look around my many contacts. Where it is appropriate and the timing is right I… Read More »6 Useful and Courteous Messages: #2
1. When you accept an invitation Good to hear from you and thank you for your invitation to become part of your network. Now we’re ‘linked in’ take a moment to look around my contacts. . If there is anyone… Read More »6 Useful and Courteous Messages: #1
Some people sit in the office waiting for the phone to ring or rely on existing clients to bring business in. This is a reactive way to do business. Networking helps expand your network and allows you to reach out… Read More »Networking Tip – Why do we go networking?
From the day we started to talk we were all told to say ‘please’ and ‘thank you’. Good manners is good business even as we grow into adulthood. When is it appropriate to say ‘thank you’? 1 When we get… Read More »“Say thank you, please.”
