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Effective networking is the most beneficial marketing activity you can be involved in. You will find that the ROI or return on investment you receive from networking is the highest of any marketing activity in your arsenal!

By definition networking is the process of developing relationships and leveraging those relationships for the mutual benefit of all parties.

To put it plainly; you meet people - tell them who you are and what you do while you listen and learn who they are and what they do. Then both of you find ways to help each other meet your goals . . . easy!

Well OK, maybe it sounds easier than it is. Just walking into a crowded room and standing there doesn't mean you are networking. Effective networking is something that does take a bit of work. Here are a few pointers for you:

• Introduce Yourself - Each time you meet someone new make sure you greet them with a firm handshake and a lively introduction. First impressions last forever.
• Make Eye Contact - Maintaining good eye contact will go a long way to helping you project confidence and trustworthiness.
• Listen More Than You Speak - You are more likely to impress someone by listening than you will by talking too much. Show a genuine interest.
• Smile - A smile can break barriers helping people feel more comfortable.
• Be Ready with Your Elevator Speech - Be ready to slide into a short and concise description of your business. It should be about 30 seconds or less and be descriptive enough to catch their attention.
• Live by the Golden Rule - Do onto others as you would have them do onto you! Successful networking benefits everyone involved. Networking is not a time to be selfish.
• Research - If there is someone you want to get to know; learn a little about them from their website, talk to people they know. Being prepared can help you reach your goals.

Now you know a little about how to network . . . where do you network? EVERYWHERE!

In effect you are networking every time you talk to someone; but there are places that lend themselves better to networking than others.

• Chamber of Commerce Events
• Meetings
• Open House Events
• Trade Shows
• Other Professional Gatherings

One last word of advice, don't allow yourself to develop pre-conceptions of others. This is one of the biggest killers there is for successful sales.

It does follow suit that creating a perception that someone is not willing to help you or worse yet . . . determining in your own mind they are not of a "high enough standing" to help you will cut off some of the best networking opportunities you will come across.

So keep an open mind, positive attitude and head out there to start networking. You will be amazed at how much effective networking will help you grow your business!

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Put Your Message Out There!

Take advantage of all the opportunities out there to get your marketing message in front of people. There are many inexpensive ways to do this . . . all you need to do is use your imagination!

Try the following :

• Insert a flyer in your invoices and statements
• Type a message on your invoices and statements
• Put your company name on your vehicle
• Put a business card in with your invoices and statements
• Add your business slogan to your check blanks . . . both personal and business
• Wear a nametag

Think creatively and see how many effective ways you can come up with to put your marketing message out there in front of people!

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