Friday, November 14, 2014

The Networking Outlier

Do you dance to the beat of a different drum? Do you follow the least traveled path? Do you have unique connecting characteristics? If so, you may fall into a networking profile which makes you stand out... in a good way!List below are tips for making the most of your eccentric communication styles.Actions Speak LouderYou may also be in that small percentage of networkers who actually, "practices what they preach". In essence, your actions line up with your words and you deliver high quality and excellence. Use this highly coveted virtue to build your brand loyalty and trust with others. Showing good faith increases your credibility and likeability. It also separates you from shallow networkers.On a MissionPerhaps you have a solid, outlined networking plan with a goal for obtaining networking success. You have joined professional groups and linked up with like-minded individuals. It is clear that you are at an advantage and can leverage your positioning for more success. The main keys are to be consistent, make others in your network aware of your goals and keep in line with your core values.


The Final SayYou hold the power and make the decisions. You are in charge of your networking and relationship building and set the tone. This means you can point out and decide who you want to business with and how that interaction(s) should occur for mutual and/or long term benefits. You do not have to compromise your beliefs or ethics.Hopefully, these tips can steer you in the right direction for accomplishing your networking goals. Your strong and unique communication and connecting styles will reward you greatly.

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