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You probably know that powerful people receive dozens, if not hundreds, of unsolicited requests every day. And at networking events or speaking engagements, the most influential folks in the room usually have to fight back a scrum of people hoping to get a word in or hand off a business card. To get on their radar, you have to do more than cold email and hope for the best, or push your way to the front of the line at industry mixers. The better way to connect with superstars isn’t to get in front of them and ask them for things. As Duke University professor and author Dorie Clark put it, “The world is competing for the attention of the most successful people,” she wrote for Harvard Business Review. “If you want to meet them–and break through and build a lasting connection–the best strategy is to make them come to you.” Here are a few ways to do that.
Via The Learning Factor
Si se ha vuelvo parte de tu rutina volver de eventos empresariales con los bolsillos llenos de tarjetas de negocios inservibles, debes pensar en otra estrategia
Successful executives connect with select people and get more out of them.
Via Coloma Canals
One of the most frustrating aspects of job searching is feeling like you’ve already reached out to everyone you know. You’ve asked every contact you can possibly think of if you could buy them a cup of coffee—from your first boss to that former co-worker you didn't even particularly like. Yet, you’re still just as far away from a new role as you were when you started. I know it sounds too good to be true, but there is another way to expand your network, meet new people and make meaningful connections.
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You already know the basics of leaving a polished first impression, like dressing well, making eye contact, and having a firm handshake. That's great advice, but it's probably not enough. If you really want to be memorable (for the right reasons), you need to think about what you say and how you say it. Here are a few straightforward pointers that many people miss.
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It’s helpful to be honest about why you’re reaching out (for example, you’re going through a job search or moving to a new city). It can combat nerves and help the process feel more genuine. In other words, it instantly solves two core issues many people stress about when told to network. That said, as with anything else, you know there’s a difference between being straightforward and being overly blunt. For example, you know to write, "I was thinking of approaching the project from a different angle" over "I hate all of your ideas." Aspiring to find this balance, many people begin networking emails with "Remember me?" or even, "You probably don’t remember me..." After all, why not begin with an honest admission so the other person knows you aren’t being fake? Well, unfortunately, this approach often backfires. While you’re coming from a sincere place, it’s pretty audacious to ask for something from someone whom you’re blatantly admitting you barely know.
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Why creativity is like LEGO, or what Richard Dawkins has to do with Susan Sontag and Gandhi.
I recently went to a conference in India and attended another event in Bangladesh. Great networking opportunities.
At both I couldn’t help but notice the proliferation of business card exchange that was going on.
I found myself joining in and doling out my own card as well as adding loads to my now very large stash sitting on my desk.
Truth is, I’m actually fairly unlikely to do anything with these contacts and they will join the others I’ve collected over the years.
Yet we still engage in this mindless exchange.
You shouldn’t be in touch only when you need something.
"In the network era, developing the skills of a master artisan in every field of work will be critical for success. While getting work done collaboratively will continue to be of importance in all organizations, it will not be enough. New ideas will have to come from our professional networks in order to keep pace with innovation and change in our fields. More importantly, a safe place is needed to connect these new ideas to the work to be done. Communities of practice will continue to grow as knowledge artisans need to integrate their work and learning in a trusted space."
Via Sabrina M. BUDEL, MiniTool Software
In this era of constant flux and uber connectivity, one way we can remain relevant as individuals and as organizations is to make continuous learning a part of our DNA. An effective way to achieve this is taking onus of our personal development by building Personal Learning Networks (PLNs).
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Hace unos días recibí el enésimo correo donde se me ofrecía una oportunidad maravillosa por el simple hecho de tener en mi red de LinkedIn a una persona. Lamentablemente en los últimos tiempos me estoy encontrando con que la red de LinkedIn se está usando para todo menos para lo que yo pienso que es…
por Stephen Key - Cuando no tienes mucho tiempo, es fácil olvidar el valor de construir y mantener relaciones profesionales. Pero estar estresado y ocupado no
The landing page for Purple Squirrel makes a huge promise: “Land a $100K job with no connections.” The next line spells out how: “Purchase time with real employees at the best companies in the world to get your foot in the door and learn the tips you need to get hired quickly.” In this case, pay to play makes sense if you want to break into the likes of Facebook, Tesla, Deloitte, or another of the more than 500 companies that have employee advocates on Purple Squirrel’s platform, according to its cofounder and CEO, Jon Silber. An advocate is a current employee, but doesn’t formally represent the employer. Rather, they act as a paid mentor for 30-minute phone consultations.
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Whether you are building your business, trying to land your dream job or climbing your way up the corporate ladder, it seems like everyone tells you to network. It is the key to achieving your goals. However, people rarely tell you exactly how to network effectively and build a community that will last. Building a community takes a lot of dedication and has its challenges. I wasn't always the best at navigating social situations. In fact, I was and still am a bit of a geek. But, by applying my knowledge of science, I have formed stronger, longer-lasting relationships Here are three ways you can too:
Via The Learning Factor, Kevin Watson
If you’re a normal professional, you may just feel at least a smidge of apprehension or resentment when it comes time to drag yourself to (or get dragged to) a professional networking event. Sure, sure, the crab puffs might be killer, but there are so many things to not love about these shindigs that I’d be here for hours if I tried to highlight each one. Because that doesn’t sound fun for either of us, let’s start with four common reasons why you don’t enjoy them—even when you know (or suspect) they’re important to attend. And then let’s find a better option for every stinking one of them.
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El networking es una metodología de trabajo que se ha puesto muy de moda en los últimos años. Es una clara tendencia a la que se han aferrado, principalmente, los autónomos con el objetivo de generar contactos profesionales y facilitar el trabajo colaborativo. Sin embargo, la creación de esta red clientelar no es siempre tan fácil, todo y pese a que la aparición de las nuevas tecnologías han agilizado el proceso.
Via Manuel Jorge García
Aprender a generar contactos de utilidad para el mundo laboral será mucho más sencillo con los consejos de expertos en el área
Via Ramon Aragon
Los grandes eventos tradicionales de networking son una institución consagrada dentro del mundo empresarial. Han representado un recurso básico para aspirantes y profesionales exitosos durante tanto tiempo que la mayoría de los consejos para hacer contactos no se centran en si se debería asistir, sino en cómo sacar el mayor provecho al ir. En teoría, son una de las mejores maneras para expandir un negocio.
I opened my Twitter account a few years ago, but for a while I didn't have much to show for it. As of April 27, 2014, I had never posted a single tweet and had a mere 85 followers. From a professional standpoint, that was a problem. I'm the head of a sales training and consulting firm that specializes in applying behavioral science—the study of how the human brain makes choices—to business and sales. I knew I needed to communicate better with more prospective clients, and I wondered what would happen if I applied my science background to boosting my social media reach. So I decided to set myself up as a guinea pig. But from the outset, I made one rule: I'd never spend more than 15 minutes a day on Twitter. Instead, I'd have to use some behavioral science–backed strategies to produce the greatest results in the shortest amount of time.
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In the future, if not now, we will get the bulk of our outside information from social media. It will (and has begun to) take the place of the news networks, doing their job for them. Witness news programs that highlight the latest viral YouTube video as a segment in itself.
How can social networking be redeemed for in-classroom use? Does it even need to be?
Certainly, strict supervision and filtering tools are in order, but are not fail-proof. Still, we don’t always give the idea of collaboration through the digital medium enough credit.
The fact that we as a generation are grappling with the pitfalls of social networking creates even more of an urgency for us to teach our kids “how to do it right.” That’s where digital citizenship comes in.
Via Kim Flintoff, Laurent Picard, MiniTool Software
Most networkers try to stay on their best behavior and be compelling. Many fall short--or worse, offend with phrases like these.
Via Fernanda Grimaldi
por Francisco Lehmann En principio, networking significa aprovechar una amplia variedad de información, referencias, consejos y oportunidades laborales que
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Small talk and cold emailing will only take you so far, but these five tactics can get you noticed—and remembered—for all the right reasons.
The better way to connect with superstars isn’t to get in front of them and ask them for things. If you want to meet them–and break through and build a lasting connection–the best strategy is to make them come to you.” Here are a few ways to do that.