The Unsticking Coach » Social Networking

Networking vs. Self Promotion

Lyle — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 10:52:47 +0000

THis article in Forbes suggests that women leaders need to choose between networking OR self promotion

What a pile of doo doo!

Why can’t anyone, woman or man, DO BOTH at the same time.

When I teach my patented networking approach, I make the point early on in my workshops, that networking can have many purposes:

To find contacts,
To find information,
To inform others of your availability for work,
To To meet new people,
etc.

Who says you need to do JUST one thing? Where is this written down? Inm

Ih my patented networking workshops, I teach clients that the most important thing in networking is knowing WHY you are doing it; creating a plan that supports that goal, and then acting authentically and in a rea l fashion as you network AND promote yourself.

Never Eat Alone — In Action!

Lyle — Sun, 08 Mar 2009 12:38:16 +0000

I’ve long been a fan of Keith Ferrazzi’s cut on how to network. It’s best described in his book “Never Eat Alone” and in action at the many Never Eat Alone communities founded across North America.

Last month I joined the Calgary ‘chapter’ and had a great time meeting with others who believe that it is BETTER to give first and the ask.

Find more videos like this on Greenlight Community

Here’s a short video from that event. Watch for yours truly near the end of the video. I never realized how much I use my hands when I speak!

Networking Tips 4 The Holidays

Lyle — Sun, 16 Dec 2007 14:10:27 +0000

Check out these Networking Tips for the Holidays from Monster.com

Personally, I’m going to relax, sleep, and take it easy. And, if it so happens that I meet someone ‘famous’ or eager to be a client — well, cool but Tis the Season to relax not work!