#networkig

Networking is an essential part of building wealth. Armstrong Williams. Many professionals assume that extroverts naturally excel at networking because they enjoy social interaction and feel comfortable speaking with unfamiliar people. However, networking is not an inborn talent reserved for a few individuals. It is a skill that anyone can develop with deliberate effort and practice. Research…

The fear for a network is the viewer gets tired of you. Not that you lost any credibility, but they get tired of you. Terry Bradshaw. Organisations have become more diverse in thought, perspective, and values over recent years. Research consistently shows that such diversity strengthens innovation, creativity, and productivity. Yet many professionals admit that their own internal networks have…

Photo by Nguyu1ec5n Thanh Ngu1ecdc on Pexels.com More visibility is more power, but more vulnerability. Ezra Furman. Visibility in the workplace is not optional; it is essential. Being seen and recognised for your work opens doors to new opportunities and propels your career forward. Yet many professionals prefer to remain effective behind the scenes. Introverts, in particular, value depth and…

“Ask not what your network can do for you. Ask what you can do for your network.” – Greg Bahlmann. Networking often evokes mixed reactions—some see it as a tool for career advancement, while others view it as a shallow, transactional ritual. However, truly effective networking is less about taking and more about giving. It is grounded in the understanding that building professional relationships…

Kindness in words creates confidence. Kindness in thinking creates profoundness. Kindness in giving creates love. Lao Tzu. In today’s professional landscape, networking is a cornerstone of career advancement, innovation, and leadership. Yet, for many, it evokes discomfort, often perceived as transactional or self-serving. This reluctance is deeply rooted in human social evolution, where small,…

Photo by August de Richelieu on Pexels.com Networking has been cited as the number one unwritten rule of success in business. Who you know really impacts what you know. Sallie Krawcheck. While digital technologies have revolutionised workplace collaboration, their unchecked use may inadvertently weaken organisational effectiveness. Traditionally seen as beneficial tools for innovation and…

“True networking does not mean meeting people; it means becoming the type of person other people want to meet.” – Monroe Mann In dynamic and interconnected work environments, informal internal networks significantly influence individual success. From facilitating learning and creativity to securing promotions and enhancing compensation, these networks are key to managerial performance. However,…

One of the challenges in networking is everybody thinks it’s making cold calls to strangers. Actually, it’s the people who already have strong trust relationships with you, who know you’re dedicated, smart, a team player, who can help you. – Reid Hoffman Most networking advice caters to junior professionals looking to connect with more senior people. This leaves a significant gap in guidance for…