Networking is one of the most efficient ways to establish professional contacts and enhance future opportunities.
But how to do it? Where to start??
It is important to remember that maintaining good relationships is essential for anyone and in any area. And when we talk about a network of professional contacts, the benefits are even greater in the exchange of information and experiences.
Some tips can help you in this mission of expand or start your networking.
- Be present
Participate of events, groups, courses or lectures that are part of your area of performance and interest!
- Be available
Offering to help is one of the ways to activate your contacts!
It is important to remember that networking is also done with family and friends, say “hi” to that distant cousin or see a friend who started a new company.
- Have attitude
Invite for a coffee that person who inspires you, that co-worker who has been with you for a long time don't see or call a former boss!
If you are working, take the opportunity to discover other areas! Eat lunch like people many different.
- Share knowledge
Share your knowledge, share with your network of contacts an interesting text, a video, film, book tip…Don’t forget that “only those who are seen are remembered” !
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