The above sentiment was common from self-described introverted/shy people in the Networking Effectiveness and Enjoyment survey (with hundreds of respondents ending 2009).
- “It is difficult to get past the superficial level.” (A.P.)
- “I feel that my ability to network is poor compared to my colleagues and friends.” (M.C.)
- “Networking is a painful process for me. I am an introvert by nature and it is an effort to engage in the networking process.” (M.J.)
- “It’s awkward going up to strangers making small talk, and beating-round-the-bush as to why you’re really there.” (B.R.)
If you resonate with these comments, then you’ll appreciate the “B’friendship” [business friendship] mindset.
In our ever-changing and competitive economy, building a functional professional network is one of the highest value activities one can pursue — whether for new clients, for present or future need of employment, for good employees, or for various kinds of business partners!
So on 11:00 am PST / 2:00 pm EST this Friday 12/4, I’ll be repeating the pilot of a new teleseminar to help people on the introverted/shy end of the continuum become conscious of their networking in order to improve it.
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Like breathing, it is something we do every day — and like breathing, we rarely every focus on improving our skill. And, consciousness is 51% of the work in addressing any problem!
Applying any one of the ideas/techniques in this virtual classroom could be worth tens of thousands of dollars/pounds/francs/euros in a career, in a new job, in pure satisfaction and good karma from referrals.
Just the cost of mileage/tolls/ferries/parking to attend a networking class downtown could exceed $30, before the class fee and learning a thing!
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Space on the call is limited, so take advantage of this Thanksgiving gift asap. I look forward to hearing what you take away from this teleseminar.
“Paul’s networking series has been of immense value to me in a number of ways given my introverted personality. Committing to work with Paul has given me the kick-in-the-pants I needed to get in action — and gotten me a cheerleader for my efforts and accomplishments. Working with Paul is a pleasure and worth every penny!” (Stephen Gibson, Architect)
Testimonials
“Paul’s networking series has been of immense value to me in a number of ways given my introverted personality. Committing to work with Paul has given me the kick-in-the-pants I needed to get in action — and gotten me a cheerleader for my efforts and accomplishments. Working with Paul is a pleasure and worth every penny!” (Stephen Gibson, Architect)
“I’ve never met another person more connected than Paul. And not just is he connected, but each connection hold a meaning and a memory. The program he takes you through in this production will give you incredibly valuable tools that will not just make networking easier, but it will ensure that the connections you make are qualitative. Listen to this man. He knows of what he speaks.” (Britt Santowski, Author/Facilitator)
