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What Have You Gained From Social Business Networking?

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From the lens The Power of Networking.

  • JeremiahStanghini Feb 4, 2011 @ 4:39 am | delete
    Some people say that networking is the only true way to gain employment. :-)

    With Love and Gratitude,

    Jeremiah
  • BevsPaper Apr 13, 2010 @ 11:01 pm | delete
    Networking is a must for both off-line and on-line business. You have explained it all so very well. As we progress into Web 3.0, I must admit I like the idea of smaller groups much better for online networking. Since we usually can't meet face to face, getting to know a small group well seems to fit better in really being able to know how each member can help the other.
  • lakeerieartists Apr 14, 2010 @ 1:45 am | delete
    Well said, Bev. I think that the focus on smaller networking groups in Web 3.0, will lessen the frenzied approach to trying to be on every social network, and push us in the direction of networking in a more real way, with deeper relationships, more focused efforts and better results.
  • oztoo Apr 13, 2010 @ 5:09 pm | delete
    Very interesting and informative lens. this is something that I think we all need to be aware of and put into practice.
  • saritajain86 Aug 31, 2009 @ 11:40 am | delete
    You have really worked on this blog.... It is filled with great information. Thank you so much for sharing.
  • aj2008 Aug 20, 2009 @ 5:05 am | delete
    Great explanations Paula. Networking is a great way of not feeling isolated when you work from home. I certainly agree with your assertion about how social networking does and does not work.

    SquidAngel Blessings for you.
  • ElizabethJeanAllen Jan 4, 2009 @ 3:00 pm | delete
    I don't network enough, but I'm getting better at it.
    Great lens
    Lizzy
  • Dec 18, 2008 @ 1:25 pm | delete
    Very good lens! Networking is very essential for a successful business.
  • OhMe Dec 7, 2008 @ 6:19 pm | delete
    I need to spend more time with this lens and learn more. This is great. Thanks
  • cappuccino136 Nov 1, 2008 @ 3:55 pm | delete
    I'm just learning about networking and how to do it. I am not a natural business person and now I'm trying to build a freelance career. This is very helpful to me. Thank you!
  • Treasures-By-Brenda Oct 29, 2008 @ 6:00 pm | delete
    Networking (in person) isn't something I have done a lot of since I started selling on eBay although I suppose you could count networking amongst those excited conversations I've had with people everywhere I go about eBay. I wish I was better at handing out my business card!

    Brenda
  • icjackson Oct 28, 2008 @ 11:17 pm | delete
    Very informative and insightful lens!

    5 stars :-)
  • lakeerieartists Oct 28, 2008 @ 12:57 pm | in reply to BFuniv.com | delete
    Good point. The thing about networking is that it is essentially one on one because you build a relationship with each individual person in small segments--at an event, in a chat, running into them at the grocery store, at another event, etc. Some of those turn into business relationships, others into referrals, and so on. To network effectively, you really just need to take some time to continually meet people.
  • BFuniv.com Oct 28, 2008 @ 12:42 pm | delete
    A wise lens, lots of balance here and it shows your knowledge and experience with networking. Some folks are natural networkers and deal well with groups. Others, like myself, are best one on one. But we can all learn other methods and improve.

    There is a good return on that learning to network investment
  • ArtByLinda Oct 27, 2008 @ 8:35 pm | delete
    Networking is powerful stuff. I know in my job it is so nice to have that give and take, you learn those to go to when you have a problem, because they have walked the same path before. As I get more and more years I find a lot of people coming to me for advice, and it feels good to help!
    Great lens! Linda
  • mulberry Oct 27, 2008 @ 10:20 am | delete
    You've done an excellent job outlining this. Great advice that we all need.
  • poddys Oct 27, 2008 @ 6:09 am | delete
    Very informative lens, great job. You are awarded 5***** This lens is full of useful information.
  • JustBon-Crochet-Designs Oct 27, 2008 @ 12:49 am | delete
    Very useful and informative :) 5*s
  • WendyKrick Oct 26, 2008 @ 8:48 pm | delete
    Networking is about building relationships. Another great lens.
  • heehaw Oct 26, 2008 @ 12:39 pm | delete
    wow !! this is a good explanation on what and how to do it correctly.
  • WhiteOak50 Oct 26, 2008 @ 6:05 am | delete
    Great Info. Thanks for sharing.
  • chefkeem Oct 26, 2008 @ 1:16 am | delete
    5*s and blessed by a Booster Angel!
  • babyknittingpatterns Oct 26, 2008 @ 12:12 am | delete
    It is actually a fne line of balance this social networking, getting the word out but not being a nusiance. Very imformative lens.
  • stargazer00 Oct 25, 2008 @ 8:02 pm | delete
    A good explanation of networking and making contacts.
  • NancyOram Oct 25, 2008 @ 4:47 pm | delete
    Great example for Chef's little experiment. Here we are networking on a lens about networking. I have made a little list of things (maybe about 5 networking things) to do to promote a lens, then I have to walk away or I won't create any new stuff. Networking online or off takes a lot of time, but it's necessary. The trick is to not get so caught up in it that you don't have time left for anything else.
  • JudyDunn Oct 25, 2008 @ 4:26 pm | delete
    I have had some wonderful opportunities come my way in part through volunteering, or taking on responsibilities within organizations. It allows more people to see you in action, and know a bit more about you.
  • JudyDunn Oct 25, 2008 @ 4:26 pm | delete
    I have had some wonderful opportunities come my way in part through volunteering, or taking on responsibilities within organizations. It allows more people to see you in action, and know a bit more about you.
  • susannaduffy Sep 16, 2008 @ 5:36 am | delete
    I have gained a great deal from social networking. Someone I met (and helped in a very small way) in an online forum, knew someone else, who knew someone else who got back to me - bingo! a new client. Since then I've had some great success with facebook. 5* for this informative lens
  • fotolady49 Aug 6, 2008 @ 2:27 pm | delete
    GOOD LENS!
    This is valuable information on how to be proactive in being a small business owner and getting the word out about the products and services you provide.
    Terri

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