Networking Insight

20 Words to Inspire You to Build Relationships

Building relationships takes time and effort. Once you see the benefits, you will be hooked. Below are 20 word to inspire you to want to build relationships. The results can be amazing if done effectively and efficiently.

1. Credibility
2. Branding
3. Partnerships
4. Clients
5. Capital
6. Jobs
7. Friendships
8. Trust
9. Respect
10. Expert
11. Longevity
12. Network
13. Sales
14. Reputation
15. Connection
16. Opportunity
17. Employees
18. Mentor
19. Referrals
20. Growth

What other words inspire you to build relationships?

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Three of Networking's Biggest Successes

 

While networking is a business activity that frequently gets misunderstood, it is also an excellent way to move your career and business forward.  Below are three of networking's successes if given the chance:

1. Networking produces new business - Building relationships of credibility and trust are a must before any business transaction takes place. By getting to know others over time, referrals and new business will come your way. You have to be patient so take the long term approach when building meaningful relationships.

2. Networking builds your personal brand -  Your personal brand is an important aspect of your professional life. The more you interact with others, the more you have a chance to show your expertise. It is important that people know who you are so they can send referrals your way.

3. Networking produces opportunities - One of the more interesting aspects of building relationships is that it can lead to unexpected opportunities.  You never know what lies in store when you get to know people. Your relationships could open up the door to a new job, partnership, friendship, etc.

What other successes can you think of?

Related post: Three of Networking's Biggest Misunderstandings

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Three of Networking's Biggest Misunderstandings

Networking is a business activity that usually gets misunderstood. A few bad experiences can give people a bad impression about what networking is and what it can do for you. Below are three of networking's biggest misunderstandings.

1. Networking is about sales - When attending events, you probably are approached by several people who introduce themselves and then try to sell you on their services.  Networking should be about relationship building first. Sales come later after trust and credibiity are formed. Too many people at events are in sales mode. Because of this, networking gets a bad reputation.

2. Networking is about a transaction - Similar to meeting salesy people, networking is much more than a transaction or one time encounter. In fact, networking should really be considered relationship building. Getting to know others and building trust and comfort are extremely important. The more you get to know others over time, the more good things will come your way.

3. Networking is a waste of time - Like anything in life, you need to devote time and energy to get a benefit. Networking is all about effort. Relationship building is a process that takes place over time. It takes years to develop relationships. Once you establish mutually beneficially relationships, the sky's the limit on what could happen. It is better to have a few quality relationships than a lot of meaningless relationships.

What other networking misunderstandings can you think of?

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