Job Development Training Series - Networking Basics: 8 Tips to Networking Without Being Fake

Ever feel like networking is dull, boring, or fake? Networking basics are vital to learn if you’re going to grow your business, but it doesn’t have to suck. If you’re an entrepreneur who wants to know how to network with people — better, faster, easier, more efficiently, more enjoyably — you’ll love this video. You'll learn eight simple strategies for making true, long-lasting, and *authentic* connections outside of boring hotel conference rooms. Networking shouldn’t be an event. Consider it an ongoing, organic process of building relationships with people you actually like. Even better? No name tags required! Make it a lifelong practice of meeting new friends that you can contribute to. Here are eight networking tips to do it the RIGHT way: 1. Focus on giving vs. getting. 2. Be present. 3. Listen more than you talk. 4. Think long term vs. short term. 5. Don't overcommit or feel guilty. 6. Be honest. 7. Take action immediately. 8. Only go to things that excite you. C'mon over to https://www.marieforleo.com/blog/networking-basics for more discussion about this episode. Become an MF Insider: https://www.marieforleo.com/subscribe/ Susan Cain Shares 5 Secrets to Building a Career & Networking as an Introvert: https://youtu.be/hcvleuvJD0w How to Persuade Twice As Many People in 3 Seconds: https://youtu.be/f9m668eAjJ0 Playlist: Develop Habits for Success: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLAxUz0wM51b9Xu5cBwKUPV2PjPF1wQmGN MARIE ON SOCIAL Facebook: http://www.Facebook.com/marieforleo Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/marieforleo Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/marieforleo My YouTube channel: http://www.youtube.com/marieforleo