Recently featured on Entrepreneur.com, key networking points we should all implement are broken down by Lewis Howes. Here is the short list:
- Ask insightful questions. Get the details for future reference.
- Add value. Identify ways to help and take action.
- Learn their “story.” Learn how they got where they are.
- Share a memorable fact. Don’t use a canned elevator speech – make it personal.
- Keep a list. Writing down important things keeps them from falling through the cracks.
- Make small promises and keep them. Return call or email builds reputation for trustworthiness.
- Reward “power” contacts. Do something each week to add value to your top 5 or 10 networking partners.
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