When it comes to networking, there is a common statement about Win-win situations! What is win-win when it comes to effective networking? Believe it or not... its about giving. Really, its no more or any less. If in fact, I am looking forward to meeting you, and helping you win is what Id like to do then it goes without saying, That it is better to give than to receive. However, it is important to understand that when we help others win; we ourselves will win by default because you can not give without receiving. Its a universal law. The more you give, the more you will receive. Let your satisfaction come from knowing that you can only give from a place of plenty. Those of us that feel limited or feel as if though we are limited on resources we will not and can not give freely. It is such a wonderful opportunity to give information, resources, and access to others to help them win at this game of life, and this game of business. By the way, do not underestimate the gift of your presence or the gift of your smile. We will not always receive from the same person or people that we help, but others will be lined up to assist us and to give back to us as well. It is important to remember that as trite as it sounds, Nothing can be accomplished without the help of other people! Id like to submit to you that you change or rid yourself of the expectancy of win-win but remember that real success comes from people helping people. Sure we can call these people mentors, angels, coaches or counselors but nothing happens nor will anything happen significantly until we make up our minds to support others. Networking, effective networking is about people helping people help people not because of what they do but because of who they are we are all people! As you network effectively remember, the concept of banking, One must make deposits before making a withdrawal! Of course, the more deposits you make into the lives of others, the more withdrawals can be made by you when you need the help of others, and you will need the help of others if not now, you will need the help of others in the near future! The only way to make sure of having sufficient resources is to give, give, and give some more! |
