Excellent and timely article on networking by Roy Shepherd on Training Zone (http://www.trainingzone.co.uk/cgi-bin/item.cgi?id=196010).
A note of caution –it’s the quality of the interaction rather than the quantity of business cards that determine the effectiveness of networking.
On occasion two or three meaningful conversations can lead to one firm opportunity rather than a collection of six or sixteen business cards.
Some networkers suggest that when you meet someone, you should give them two of your business cards, rather than one, as they may then give your card to another of their contacts. There is a danger with the two card offer, as it can result in both your business cards being discarded, as the recipient has no interest in your business and decides against passing on your card. If, however, you are asked to give additional cards, as I was recently, this is definitely worth doing, as there is a high likelihood of your card being passed on, NOT binned. My recent request for additional cards came from a consultant I met a few months ago and we are both members of a business network. No bookings as yet from giving additional cards, but I would not be surprised with enquiries from this referral.
Continue to shake more hands, exchange more cards and -yes, improve the quality of our discussions when networking!
Veronica
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Sunday 29 March 2009
Thursday 12 March 2009
Robert Peston at DeVere in Canary Wharf last evening
Robert Peston at DeVere in Canary Wharf last evening, 12 March 2009
East London Business Place (ELBP) hosted at event at the Canary Wharf venue of DeVere for small businesses -and what an enjoyable evening it was. Robert Peston of the BBC, from Financial Crisis/Economic meltdown fame, was the guest speaker.
Very instructive to hear in plain English the financial crisis explained and implications for business -and yes, there are opportunities.
Later, in conversation with another business owner, it was reassuring and refreshing to hear about many clients who are actively growing businesses at present, both in the UK and abroad.
There is some good news, despite troubling economic times.
Very enjoyable evening!
Veronica
PS. Does anyone else know of actively growing small businesses, despite the recession?
Are you worried about Your financial future? Here's the workshop for you:
Understanding Finance, Accounts & Budgets -Tuesday, 17 March 2009
Executive Solutions (Training) Ltd, London, UK
www.executive-solutions.co.uk
www.tipsbookletsinternational.com
East London Business Place (ELBP) hosted at event at the Canary Wharf venue of DeVere for small businesses -and what an enjoyable evening it was. Robert Peston of the BBC, from Financial Crisis/Economic meltdown fame, was the guest speaker.
Very instructive to hear in plain English the financial crisis explained and implications for business -and yes, there are opportunities.
Later, in conversation with another business owner, it was reassuring and refreshing to hear about many clients who are actively growing businesses at present, both in the UK and abroad.
There is some good news, despite troubling economic times.
Very enjoyable evening!
Veronica
PS. Does anyone else know of actively growing small businesses, despite the recession?
Are you worried about Your financial future? Here's the workshop for you:
Understanding Finance, Accounts & Budgets -Tuesday, 17 March 2009
Executive Solutions (Training) Ltd, London, UK
www.executive-solutions.co.uk
www.tipsbookletsinternational.com
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