Who
Networking is a something that can be
learned by anyone. No one is to young to learn to learn how to network.
The sooner it is learned the better it may be developed over a period of
time
What
The definition of a network from
Wikipedia is any interconnected group or system. More specifically, a
network is any method of sharing information between two systems (human
or mechanical). Obviously we are here today to talk about human
networks.
My definition of networking is a little different. It is
the building of a group of relationships in which the you can provide
assistance of some type to another individual without the expectation of
anything immediately in return.
When and Where
Networking
can be engaged in at almost any venue. It need not be confined strictly
to an event specifically designed as a networking event such as a
business expo or a Chamber of Commerce event. While is may be possible
to network at almost any gathering discretion is called for. It may not
be appropriate for instance to network at a funeral.
Why
The
reason to network will vary from time to time and from person to
person. For some it may be to grow a business endeavor, find a new job,
maybe a new golf or bridge partner or perhaps even a spouse. The overall
intent though should be to make the connections for the future. It may
even be for something that you have no current idea that you will need
the connection for.
In future articles we will look at each of these in more depth.
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