If you
want to go fast, go alone. If you want
to go far, go with others. – African
Proverb
Networking
is not collecting contacts! Networking
is about planting relations. – MiShaat
The
richest people in the world look for and build networks, everyone else looks
for work. – Robert Kiyosaki
Last week Terri’s Tuesday Tip of the Week was about how
important it is to read about various topics to be educated when
networking. This week, let’s discuss why
networking is so important. According to
dictionary.com, NETWORKING (v.) is:
to cultivate people who can be
helpful to one professionally, especially in finding employment or moving to a
higher position: to connect to a network.
Networking is for everyone for different reasons. Here are a few benefits from networking:
- Make contacts and build relationships
- Find mentors
- Resources to learn the latest trends in industries
- Attract new opportunities
- Personal growth
- Learn different perspectives
- Raise an individual’s profile
- Gratification from helping others. Remember that networking is not just about helping yourself, but you also have knowledge that you can impart into others.
CHALLENGE: What
are the current networking activities you’re doing? Research other events/activities that you can
do to grow and develop yourself!
Networking
is an essential part of building wealth. – Armstrong Williams
Networking
is more about ‘farming’ than it is about ‘hunting’. It’s about cultivating relationships. – Dr.
Ivan Misner, BNI
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