August 2007
Art of Networking
Speed Networking and Beyond
Launch yourself into a new circle of people waiting to talk to you.
Speed networking programs are showing up all around the world. These events tend to be a fun, exciting and effective way to make a lot of initial connections in a very different environment from the standard business networking meetings.
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Shy People Better Networkers than 'People-Persons'Shyness or 'discomfort' around other people need not be an obstacle when it comes to networking because, despite perceptions to the contrary, introverted people often have better networking skills than so-called 'people persons'—whether they’re in the job market, self-employed or business owners who need to drum up more business.
Business Network International (BNI) New Zealand Director, Graham Southwell, says networking is more popular in New Zealand than in most other countries.
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Cultural Differences and Networking Etiquette
We now live in a fully global society where it is imperative to have an awareness of cultural differences as they relate to networking etiquette. In business, problems arise when the differences appear to be all there are. When entrepreneurs focus on the perceived differences between each other in business, these differences can become stumbling blocks to developing a strong relationship. It becomes very easy for a 'them' vs. 'us' situation to develop.
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Norwich Businesses Get Help from New Group
From bold billboards to pesky pop-ups, advertisements are everywhere. To break through the constant stream of commercials, some business owners in Norwich have turned to the Rose City chapter of Business Network International for help.
Dino Tudisca, president of the Rose City chapter, and general contractor for Exterior Solutions LLC, said the Norwich branch of the business network was created to allow business owners and professionals in the area to network in a structured, formal environment.
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