Wednesday, January 28, 2009

Major League Networking

There can be many levels of networking depending on the ambitions and goals of the networker. In the big leagues, professionals and entrepreneurs can utilize networking to make some grand slams in their businesses or social endeavors. This is where the stakes for the game are higher and there is more space for playing the field. How can champion networkers move up to the next level with their objectives? How can they expand and develop their resources? How can they develop their network to an all star team?

Up the Stakes

For networkers to move up to the next level, they have to think bigger and play harder. Professionals should consider joining or being invited to exclusive clubs or organizations? Membership prices can sky rocket, but the potential of meeting class A players is a guarantee. In major cities, there are clubs which have hundreds of elite members and offer first quality events and services to their members.

Away Games

In order to find your ideal client, customer, vendor or partner may require a field trip. Individuals should not hesitate to travel to conferences, events and venues to meet their ideal network members. There are several areas which are known for attracting particular companies, individuals or business which can enhance anyone's networking endeavors. A popular lecture, professional or social event can easily attract the type of audience a person wishes to meet.

Read All About It

Advertising is another way to increase the flow of traffic and build the ideal network. Publicizing certain activities, new services and products in magazines, newspapers, billboards and internet ad banners are excellent ways of meeting people and companies. This form of mass marketing can build a personal or professional brand and gain instant credibility. It can also give the competition a run for their money.

Chi Chi Okezie is owner/producer of SIMPLEnetworking, LLC in Metro-Atlanta, GA. Newly published author of "SIMPLEnetworking: Creating Opportunities ... The new form of success!" View excerpts of the book and polish your professional approach: http://www.snseminars.com

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