“Networking is a life skill and a good networker makes a heart-to-heart connection.” says Robyn Henderson – the self styled Queen of Networking.
“Networking isn’t something you switch on and off,” says Robyn, “I believe you network twenty-four, seven.” Robyn recommends that we carry our business cards with us at all times and to think of them as just ‘name cards’-in business and social settings. “All you’re really saying is this is your name and how to contact you. Ask for the other person’s card and normally they will ask for yours.”
Networking is preparation, actual networking and follow-up. “I give away a referral each day,” says Robyn, “and I ask the person to let me know how it goes.”
Is it really that simple?
Robyn also recommends knowing a little bit about everything-not gossip, but relevant information-become a sphere of influence in your community. Here are Robyn’s three keys to networking:
- Give without expectation.
- Have an abundance mentality-there are plenty of opportunities for everyone.
- Believe in the universal Law of Reciprocity-what you give out you get back ten-fold.
Of course, if you want to be a Master Networker like Robyn, you can always read her latest book! www.networkingtowin.com.au
