Networking Tips to Grow Your
New Home Business Start Up
Everyone talks about Networking, but do you get the impression that it
is more good luck than good management? If you do, that is probably because most of the time, that is what is
lacking – good management!
Some great networking tips include setting goals for each; how many events will you attend; how many contacts do
you want to make; what is your budget; how will you follow up (send a note; invite to a function; meet) and how
many do you plan to help with your expertise and contacts? One of the best networking tips is how do you plan to
help them; as opposed to you asking them for help!
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If you are dedicated to networking you will meet a large number of people - that is why a
simple, efficient and effective computer based data base is essential. But you also need to know
just where you are going, how often etc and that is where a log becomes invaluable. It is too easy
to forget.
Home business
start up operators can access
a FREE template to log your
networking
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Networking tips that have a huge impact include building relationships and showing that you care. The philosophy
of ‘what can I do for you’ rather than ‘what’s in it for me’ is needed to make networking a successful part of your
business procedures. Networking tips to remember are that networking is definitely a long term investment and you
must really demonstrate that you ‘care’.
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Case Study for Networking Tips for
Home Business Start Up
I completed a large triptych (painted on silk) for an office foyer. The new owner wanted to have
an ‘unveiling’ and invite his clients - but I thought that to get the best numbers attending they
needed someone of importance to act in an official capacity. I belonged to a network where I knew
another member was a VIP; Elizabeth Proust (first ever woman secretary to Cabinet in Victoria and
then CEO of the major corporation, Esanda); so I asked her if she would officiate, even though we
had never met. Elizabeth said ‘yes’ and over 80 people crammed into the small office to view the
work of art to be unveiled. It was great promotion for the office and for me. This demonstrates the
power of networking by simply belonging to an organistaion.
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Elizabeth (right) and Barbara at ‘unveiling’ of
triptych
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Networking Tips for
Home
Business Start Up
Target your networking, but make sure you know the type of business
operator you want to meet and be firm in the application of your networking skills.
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It is important
for home business start up operators to join an association that actively encourages
networking.
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