Confessions of a Rotten Networker

When I worked, I did not make networking a priority in my calendar. Sure I did some, but I mainly filled my day with everything else. My help to individuals in transition was even less.

Having been in transition, now my approach to networking has forever changed, but it was after, not before.

As you reach out, you’ll find loads of people like I was: Never through transition, low value on networking, etc.

These folks can still help you, but you need to be persistent and guide them on how they can help you.

To help avoid frustration and help them to get your contact to follow-up on your meeting, it all starts with the preparation.

The link below is a networking checklist I created during my transition. I did mine in a notebook, but tough to share via a blog.

http://candidateschair.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/03/networking-meeting-checklist.pdf

My notebook was valuable because it allowed me to get more efficient as it helped me see what I did previously.

Remember that when people agree to meet with you, they are also agreeing to help you. So help them to help you.

Good luck today!

Mark Richards

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