Maximize your results: Tips for Networking by Pilar Ortiz

Networking is the art of establishing professional relationships that can be useful at some point. This can be considered a work strategy or methodology.

Considering that we have moved from a work structure focused on the execution of tasks to a relationship-oriented network model. Having a networking strategy becomes necessary in the life of every professional.

But how do you establish and maintain professional relationships in industries that interest you so that you can get the most out of it? Find out what it is and how to do business networking with these foolproof keys: 

1. Have a clear and forceful Elevator Speech: this is a tool that will allow you to position yourself as a professional or promote the services/products offered by your business. 

This method of effective communication should not be confused with the sales pitch, so it is based on speaking to people from the benefits and differentiators (if you want to create an effective Elevator Speech, you can read about it in a future article). 

As it is used in business contexts, elevator speech must be adapted to different meetings. 

2. When networking show interest, ask questions, and listen to your new contacts: establishing a network of contacts will allow you to generate new ideas for your business, so it is important to listen to what others have to say and follow up after that first meeting.

Being curious and having access to new perspectives on a topic will benefit you to innovate in your projects.

Apply these ideas that I assure you will be useful to grow your network of contacts in your business. Always remember that whatever model you choose for networking, the important thing is that you do it with authenticity and patience. Determination is a small step toward success. Believe in yourself.