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6 Steps to Productive and Profitable Networking
By Lorraine Pirihi

Step 1.
The successful networker always carries their business cards with them.
They have stacks of cards in their diary, purse, wallet, and all bags…briefcases, laptop, handbag, car and office.

They know their card is a crucial promotional tool and ensure that the information on it clearly says what they do, has all their contact details and the design is attractive. The super successful networker likes to stand out from the crowd and will have a card that stands out too. Often they’ll have a photo of themselves on it and information on the back stating what they specialize in.

Step 2.
When you meet the superstar networker they will ask you questions about yourself and your business and they will genuinely listen to you. They will focus their attention on you and maintain eye contact. They will ask you for your business card and offer you one of their.

Step 3.
The successful networker will write on the back of your business card where they met and a couple of key points about you, so they remember who you are. They may do that immediately afterwards or later that day.

Step 4.
The superstar networker may provide you with a contact to help you and will expect nothing in return as they know what goes around comes around.

Step 5.
The successful networker will have a follow-up system. They will enter the details of the relevant contacts they have made into their database and communicate with those people within a couple of days. They’ll ring or send an email, card or letter saying it was great to meet you, include information of the goods/services they offer which may benefit you. If they sent you information they’ll FOLLOW-UP usually by phone a couple of days later.

Step 6.
The successful networker knows that the power of networking is in building relationships. They will stay in touch with you via an occasional letter, card, email, phone call or newsletter.

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