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How Well Do You Network?

It’s not what you know, it’s who you know. Even the most reluctant believer will soon find truth in this theory, especially in business. Networking is the process of meeting people that may not know your business or who may be able to help your business in some way. There is an art to networking. Simply introducing yourself to someone will not produce the results that you want. Take this quiz to find out how you rate as a networker and how you can improve.

 

Answer yes or no to each of these questions.
1. Do you attend functions where there are people that you want to meet?
Yes   No  
2. When attending events, do you come prepared to represent your business with proper attire and business cards?
Yes   No  
3. Do you present your business to people that you meet in a brief and to the point explanation?
Yes   No  
4. Do you send thank you cards for referrals?
Yes   No  
5. Do you follow up with a letter or a phone call after meeting an important contact?
Yes   No