Monthly Archive for January, 2011

The Networking Shift

For 2011, let’s change how we approach networking!  For the next few posts, I will be discussing the “Shift”, things that we can change to make our networking more comfortable, more effective and more fun.

This starts with changing your attitude before you start networking.

If you are thinking about getting leads or getting someone to do business with you before you enter a networking event, you need to change.  Start with a simple goal, have as many conversations as you can

All sales ultimately start with a conversation.  All sales ultimately happen once trust and credibility are established.  So how the heck can you establish trust and credibility if you aren’t having conversations?

Here’s a video on one way I use to start meaningful conversations:

I look forward to your comments!