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Networking For Success

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Contrary to popular belief, networking is more than meeting people and collecting business cards. Rather it is about establishing relationships with other business people that are mutually beneficial. The benefits of establishing a business network are many and can be realized throughout your career, from learning of career opportunities you may not have otherwise heard about, to earning more business and increasing revenue, to finding exactly the right employees to catapult your enterprise to the next level. No matter where you’re at in your career, you should always make time for networking. In order to make the process a winning experience for both you and the people in your network there are a few rules you should keep in mind, including: 1. An “It’s all about me,” attitude has no place in networking. 2. Focus on building relationships with the people in your network. 3. Always be the first to provide a referral, lead, or recommendation; and always reciprocate favors if an