The Enchanting World Of Business Networking
My mum Sandra was the Queen of Networking for many years around Merseyside, so I have sort of grown up with it being a part of business. For the time that many spend on social media, convinced that they are conjure up a massive amount of new clients by just posting a few pics, a monthly trip to an in person event or even an online one, can really cement yourself as part of the local community, leading to lots of new business.
Being honest with you, being rather introvert myself, to begin with i wanted to turn round at the door of an event but honestly the moment you walk in you feel at ease as everyone else knows exactly how you are feeling, so no need for nerves!!
Why Networking?
Simple! It's like having a superpower in the business world.
Connections can lead to opportunities, partnerships, and even friendships.
Who doesn’t want that?
But Wait, There's More!
Networking isn’t just about swapping business cards at events.
It's about building relationships, sharing knowledge, and supporting each other.
Imagine being part of a community where everyone’s rooting for each other’s success.
Pretty good, right?
Here's the Magic Recipe:
- Attend Events: And I don't mean just the big, flashy ones. Local meetups, workshops, webinars – they all count!
- Be Genuine: People can spot a fake from a mile away. Be yourself, be curious about others, and the rest will follow.
- Follow Up: Met someone interesting? A quick email or LinkedIn message can keep the conversation going.
- Offer Value: Always think, “How can I help?” rather than “What can I get?” Trust me, it makes a world of difference.
A Little Challenge for You
Attend one networking event this month.
Virtual or physical, it doesn’t matter.
Go out there, meet someone new, and see what happens.
You might just be surprised!
A networking group I can highly recommend is Zoco Networking, who helped me to launch my business down south really quickly. A very friendly and caring group, take a look HERE. Nick will look after you. For my northern contacts, their regular online events are very very good.
And hey, if you’re feeling a bit lost in the vast ocean of marketing strategies, remember, I’m just a click away.
Book your free consultation call HERE and let’s chat about skyrocketing your business together!
Keep networking, keep growing, and remember, the world is full of opportunities just waiting to be grabbed.
Cheers to making connections that count.
P.S. Definitely take business cards/flyers to give out. I've had people contact me literally 5 years later because they found my card in a drawer!!
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