Networking errors that we should be on the look out to avoid.
- Don't ask for favours in return if you have done a great job in networking these will follow, although you have referred and given business / information to someone in your network they may not be in the position to give it back to you at the same time.
- We are all time poor so make meetings and calls beneficial to both parties and be well planned.
- Make sure you follow through on promises, we are all aware on how disappointing it is if someone does not follow through and we easily become sceptics of these people very quickly.
- The referral of friends is something that you should be very selective of, unfortunately some times friends do let us down.
- Try not to be judgmental about situations that you may not know the entire content.
- Practice a self-introduction, you may never get the introductions that you are wishing for meet the right networks.
- Remember to say that you, we all liked to be thanked no matter how little or big the achievement or referral was.
Effective networking is particularly important when building relationships with clients, customers and the media. Superior communication and making all meetings and conversations interesting will leave a lasting impression on parties that you meet. Even small talk and getting to know your networks on a personal level will encourage them to promote you and your business to there industry partners and grow your networking opportunities. through education, motivation and experience.
