Seeing a question on LinkedIn the other day made me think. The question had to do with "...have you gotten any business from your social networking on LinkedIn?" That made me wonder what others think "social networking" is and for.
Relationship building is all about networking and getting to know others. There are certainly degrees of knowing someone. Some people we know intimately and others not so much. Normally we prefer to hire people we know, work with people we know and buy from people we know. Even if it is knowing them a short time. Degrees!
LinkedIn is a great tool, just like websites. Some websites are more suited to sell a product or service. Most are for information and letting people get to know you.
Learn more about other people and you will learn more about yourself.
Friday, July 24, 2009
Friday, July 3, 2009
Happy Fourth of July !!!
Time to celebrate again. Can you believe it is July already? We do have a lot to be thankful for. Isn't it interesting that on July 4 both Thomas Jefferson and John Adams passed away in the same year, 1826.
For two men who did so much together, were political foes, quarreled and disagreed then later in life reunited. I find it amazing what our forefathers went through, created, fought for and died for.
As you sit back and relax and enjoy this wonderful holiday please take a moment to remember those that have gone before us and have left us so much.
Enjoy!
For two men who did so much together, were political foes, quarreled and disagreed then later in life reunited. I find it amazing what our forefathers went through, created, fought for and died for.
As you sit back and relax and enjoy this wonderful holiday please take a moment to remember those that have gone before us and have left us so much.
Enjoy!
Tuesday, June 30, 2009
Remain unattached to the outcome
In a recent keynote speech "Eight Keys for Thriving in a Down Economy" by Jeff Schneider he mentioned the above.
No getting around it, this is easier said than done. You've put in all this research, work, arranging for and then aren't successful. Why the effort you say. I have all the criteria requested yet I was looked over or is that overlooked?
Your energy and effort needs to be doing your very best. If they didn't see that or weren't impressed then it isn't your fault. It may not be a good fit anyway. Now on to the next opportunity.
Just because we have the degree(s), time on the job, great referral letters doesn't mean we will be successful in our endeavor.
You can only achieve your desired outcome by being the very best candidate.
No getting around it, this is easier said than done. You've put in all this research, work, arranging for and then aren't successful. Why the effort you say. I have all the criteria requested yet I was looked over or is that overlooked?
Your energy and effort needs to be doing your very best. If they didn't see that or weren't impressed then it isn't your fault. It may not be a good fit anyway. Now on to the next opportunity.
Just because we have the degree(s), time on the job, great referral letters doesn't mean we will be successful in our endeavor.
You can only achieve your desired outcome by being the very best candidate.
Saturday, June 27, 2009
Face the Brutal facts
In a recent keynote speech "Eight Keys for Thriving in a Down Economy" by Jeff Schneider he mentioned the above. It is especially valuable to you as you go through these trying times of transition.
You know how to search for the facts and statistics and make decisions based on that. If you find there are too many people applying for the same slot as you, what will you do? Doing what you have been doing may not be a good answer if you aren't being successful. The brutal fact may be that you don't stand out, don't have the correct degree or background. If that is the case you may to remedy that. The other fact is maybe you aren't up to doing that. That is when you know you need to change directions.
Facing the brutal facts can assist you in your next transition and make your try fun when you go where you love to be.
You know how to search for the facts and statistics and make decisions based on that. If you find there are too many people applying for the same slot as you, what will you do? Doing what you have been doing may not be a good answer if you aren't being successful. The brutal fact may be that you don't stand out, don't have the correct degree or background. If that is the case you may to remedy that. The other fact is maybe you aren't up to doing that. That is when you know you need to change directions.
Facing the brutal facts can assist you in your next transition and make your try fun when you go where you love to be.
Wednesday, June 24, 2009
Netsucking-networking
By now you've heard of "netsucking". Netsucker is not what you want to be known as. Networking is what it is about and in time you'll realize you've been networking all your life. You never called it that. It probably started back in the sandbox when you introduced one friend to another.
Back then you were interested in the new acquaintance. You wanted to know where they lived and if they could play some more.
That premise hasn't changed. When you meet people your job is to learn about them and listen very carefully and intently. From those good listening skills you'll learn about them and what they may need from you. The game isn't what's in it for me but what about you. At first it may be strange and in time you'll do better.
Here is a challenge for you. The next time you are out networking and meet a new person see how long you can go in conversation before you ever ask "what they do" or "who they work for". Try it, you'll learn something.
Back then you were interested in the new acquaintance. You wanted to know where they lived and if they could play some more.
That premise hasn't changed. When you meet people your job is to learn about them and listen very carefully and intently. From those good listening skills you'll learn about them and what they may need from you. The game isn't what's in it for me but what about you. At first it may be strange and in time you'll do better.
Here is a challenge for you. The next time you are out networking and meet a new person see how long you can go in conversation before you ever ask "what they do" or "who they work for". Try it, you'll learn something.
Sunday, June 21, 2009
Affirmations
Affirmations come in many forms. They can be very useful for your brain. When you can see where you are going or what direction you will find your brain is assisting you all the way. As I look back to my youth and remember a few goals or items I wished I had done or had, it amazes me how many have come to fruition.
You've heard of the task writing your goal on a piece of paper, hanging it on the mirror so that every morning you'll see it first thing. After a short while your mind might begin to ignore it yet it is actually triggered to know what it is about and lays in rest in your subliminal mind.
Like many sage philosophers have said "You are what you believe or think you are." You can do what you think you can do. If you don't believe that you can find thousands of books in the library that will tell their stories of success because they knew they could do it.
You've heard of the task writing your goal on a piece of paper, hanging it on the mirror so that every morning you'll see it first thing. After a short while your mind might begin to ignore it yet it is actually triggered to know what it is about and lays in rest in your subliminal mind.
Like many sage philosophers have said "You are what you believe or think you are." You can do what you think you can do. If you don't believe that you can find thousands of books in the library that will tell their stories of success because they knew they could do it.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
The "Touch"
How often do you touch others? Besides the physical touch, what about on line touches, or a phone call or even a hand written card. The purpose of the Touch is multi faceted. The basic idea is to communicate and stay in touch with others.
In person is best of course. A phone call is good but it can take up a lot of time. A card is good and something the other party can touch. E-mails are good but what all do we write about.
Many times my touch revolves around the social networking tools ie: LinkedIn, Facebook, Plaxo, Twitter etc. When I see a change in another's status, or a new picture, or a question it allows me the opportunity to drop them a quick note. No requests or needed replies, just a note of recognition. That also brings me to their attention ever so slightly.
Think about it, try it.
In person is best of course. A phone call is good but it can take up a lot of time. A card is good and something the other party can touch. E-mails are good but what all do we write about.
Many times my touch revolves around the social networking tools ie: LinkedIn, Facebook, Plaxo, Twitter etc. When I see a change in another's status, or a new picture, or a question it allows me the opportunity to drop them a quick note. No requests or needed replies, just a note of recognition. That also brings me to their attention ever so slightly.
Think about it, try it.
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