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Please, Tell Me About You It is less important how interesting you are and more important that you are interested in others. Ask meaningful questions of others and give them a chance to talk about themselves. Watch them shine as they tell you about events or ideas that are important to them. If you do this, people will surely like you (even if they cannot exactly put a finger on why). So, show interest. #networkingrx #networking #relationshipbuilding #interested

#NetworkingRx:  Smile at someone in the room and see what they will do. #networking #business #innovation #entrepreneurship 

The Kevin Bacon Game   The Kevin Bacon Game: link Kevin Bacon, in the fewest steps possible, to other actors via their co-starring roles.   Bacon is an average of 2.8312 steps away from any given actor, making him appear very popular. But Burgess Meredith, who appeared in far fewer films, ranked #20 in popularity while those with beefier resumes ranked lower – John Wayne #160, Gary Cooper #878, and Kevin Bacon himself #668.   The difference? Variety!   Bacon, Wayne, and Cooper appeared in more films but they tended to be films of the same or similar genre. Meredith’s films, on the other hand, were diverse - dramas, comedies, musicals, thrillers…and the list goes on. So, how does this relate to networking? Be like Burgess! Create diversity in your network to reap the greatest benefits from it.   #networking #business #innovation #entrepreneurship #networkingrx

The Tapestry Of Success The next time you hear someone dismissing the problem of another as “not concerning them,” remind them that everyone is a vital thread in our tapestry of success. We are all connected. When one of us succeeds, we all profit. When one of us is threatened, we are all at risk. When you see someone needing assistance, help them. Even if you don’t think it matters to you, it somehow does. #networking #business #innovation #entrepreneurship #networkingrx

#NetworkingRx: How can you respectfully handle a conversation with someone who has a differing opinion without pressing your point? #networking #business #innovation #entrepreneurship

Network Pyramid Capstones   Who are the most impactful people on your network? Here's a way to find out. Write down the names of 40 contacts and trace them backwards to how they were introduced to you.    This exercise will reveal inverted pyramids and you'll find that a large percentage of your contacts likely originated from a relatively small number of individuals. Those at the top of each pyramid are your Network Pyramid Capstones.   So, if you are working to “jump start” your network, reconnect with a Capstone. Then take one to lunch, for coffee or a beer, or whatever. They've been instrumental in building your network to this point and they can do more in the future.   #networking #business #innovation #entrepreneurship #networkingrx

A Secret To Great Relationships … In an interview with Joyce Weiss on her program Kick Conflict To The Curb, Frank Agin shares how great relationships can be forged. See the full episode at https://lnkd.in/gZfZPZPW  For more great insight on professional relationships and business networking visit https://lnkd.in/gdc3RsKG #NetworkingRx #networking #business #referrals #entrepreneurship

Could You Please Help Me? How do you feel when someone asks you for support or assistance? Is it fair to say you feel pleased, acknowledged and honored that they thought enough of you to believe that you could be of assistance? Certainly. Use this information to your advantage. Make someone else feel great. Ask them for some sort of support or assistance. In the end, you both win. Take advantage of the “Asking Warm & Fuzzy” Feeling! #askingforhelp #networkingrx #networking #professionaldevelopment