Networking Myths Dispelled

Many professionals are turned off by the idea of “networking.” They think it’s about slimey glad-handing and using others to get ahead. But when pursued with an eye toward leveraging your skills and experiences to help other people succeed, building a professional network becomes ...  Show more

Don’t be that person! If you’ve ever been to a networking event, then you’ll know who I’m talking about: the person who goes around giving out business cards as if they’re flyers. The best networkers give out business cards only when asked to do so or after you’ve established a p ...  Show more

Many people have the impression that when you attend a business-oriented networking event, you should only talk about business. In reality, if you only show your business side, you are missing out on the true power of your network (and probably aren’t making great connections, ei ...  Show more

Many individuals approach networking with a mindset of "What can I get?" rather than "What can I give?" Building a network is a two-way street, and focusing solely on personal gains can lead to missed opportunities.Learn from this episode how to identify the "biggest" networking ...  Show more