Comments on: Easy Online Networking Tactics That Really Work

By: Maggie Patterson

Maggie Patterson — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 05:02:00 +0000

There’s more than one way to do it, right Marsha? As an introvert myself, I can totally relate to your clients, especially when it comes to the awkwardness of small talk at events! Right now I’m loving getting to know people in advance for an upcoming event through a FB group and it is going to make such a difference for me. No event dread this time around!

By: Maggie Patterson

Maggie Patterson — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 04:57:00 +0000

Totally understand Nick. It’s always a push when it doesn’t come naturally, so a little bit of progress can go a long way. Hopefully these help.

By: Maggie Patterson

Maggie Patterson — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 04:56:00 +0000

Hey Chip – Great perspective. I agree we can’t hide out and for things like public speaking, you definitely need to practice to improve. I like to think of these ways as a good way to warm up. You can make connections and then go from there to meeting them in the flesh at events. It’s not an either or proposition but more providing some ways beyond the usual face-to-face.

By: Maggie Patterson

Maggie Patterson — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 04:53:00 +0000

Totally agree Jen. You can’t be everywhere all at once, so focus is key!

By: Maggie Patterson

Maggie Patterson — Mon, 21 Oct 2013 04:53:00 +0000

Thanks for confirming that Alison. I think it helps make your a bit more memorable.

By: Career Coach, alisonelissa.com

Career Coach, alisonelissa.com — Sat, 19 Oct 2013 15:13:00 +0000

Excellent tips Maggie! I definitely notice when people comment regularly on blogs I read or on group forums I’m a part of. Their consistency makes them stand out in a good way.

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By: Chip

Chip — Thu, 17 Oct 2013 15:56:00 +0000

This enabling of people to not get away from their computers and have face-to-face meetings is very disturbing. The most successful people are charismatic and are very comfortable being in front of an audience. One will never get their without doing face-to-face meetings. I hated public speaking, and sat in the back of the room when I started networking to expand my business. Over time I be came more comfortable and now make several presentations a week. Just get your face out there, I mean in person.
Chip

By: CareerAddict

CareerAddict — Thu, 17 Oct 2013 13:58:00 +0000

Great point Jen. Having one or two social networks covered in a professional manner is much more effective than having an embarrassing presence on several different ones. Your online presence represents your company and if its a half-assed effort, it reflects on the face of your company and can damage your reputation.

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By: Nick Loper

Nick Loper — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 23:11:00 +0000

These are some solid tactics. Networking doesn’t necessarily come naturally to me, and if definitely takes a certain level of effort, but it’s something I’m trying to work on this year. Thanks for sharing.

By: Jen

Jen — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 14:56:00 +0000

I think the big problem people have is that they try to tackle too many social networks and then don’t do any of them very well. I know even for myself, I sometimes have a tough time keeping up and then something falls by the wayside. You’re better off being really active on one or two networks and making meaningful connections than all over the place on 5. And, commenting on blogs is a great way to develop relationships.

By: Marsha from YesYesMarsha.com

Marsha from YesYesMarsha.com — Tue, 15 Oct 2013 14:52:00 +0000

Loved this! I have a lot of clients who are introverts and/or don’t have a lot of evenings free, and it’s so great to be able to share with them that they don’t HAVE to do the face-to-face.
I *LOVE what you said about making sure YOU have good content on eg your twitter profile. It’s totally your shop window. I’ve known that for years, but hadn’t thought before to make sure my clients did too.

Thanks!