The Modern Networker

This is an exciting article since it’s the 12th article I have written for the National Networker. I will have completed a full year of writing. It's an accomplishment since I didn’t think I would have anything to write about when I started.

With your permission, I would like to slightly away from normal structure of introducing a person who is doing some interesting networking in Canada. I am going to focus on The Modern Networker.

The Modern Networker loves people and loves to network. But what does it mean to network? The Modern Networker does what she can to make the world a better place.

The Modern Networker likes people, He likes creating new friends and business associates. Some of these new friends develop into close friends, some stay as business associates.

The Modern Networker networks in many different places. She doesn’t network just to meet sales clients, but networks while sitting on a plane, waiting for a bus or even during her recreation times. She understands the need for a large network and the need for contacts everywhere.

The Modern Networker “Plays it forward” and is always looking for ways to help people in their network. This can providing advice, introducing them to others when asked, volunteering time, or helping them grow their business. But at all times, he starts with the belief in making sure that the sum is greater than the parts. Therefore, he don’t look for returns on transactional basis, but rather understand that the returns are on a qualitative basis.

The Modern Networker knows that people take several times to connect. She understands that just a seeing somebody in a room with no introduction is a touch. Seeing the name on an attendee list is another touch. Reading an e-mail or article is another touch. She understands that it takes 6 to 12 touches done over time to create a relationship and that every touch either adds or takes away from that relationship.

The Modern Networker understands that a good relationship will last beyond the current job, business, or activity. He understands that people will return into your life 10, 15, or even 25 years later and the only thing they will truly remember is the emotional impact you had on them.

The Modern Networker sees networking as the way to make their life better. It’s a way to enhance every part of their life, not just a way to help grow their reputation and to make money.

The Modern Networker is online through social networks like LinkedIn and Facebook. She will belong to groups within these online social networks. She makes a contribution to these groups by writing thoughtful articles and answering questions when possible. Each answer is full and complete. She understands that a thoughtful answers needs both a short, but complete answer with a link is an effective way to create a reputation. The Modern Networker understands that their online contributions will last forever. She knows that anytime anyone times their name in Google – her contribution will show up. She is also aware that anytime the topic comes up, her contribution will also show up.

Are you a Modern Networker?

Till Next Month!

--Zale
ww.ZaleTabakman.ca

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