Why is Networking key in today's world?

THE WORLD OF NETWORKING

Networking is the process of making connections with people across the world...they may be in a similar field or different field as you. Either way, networking provides the freeway or path for us to interact with people, communicate, and collaborate. We are living and working in a global marketplace and as such, we need to have world recognition.

In retrospect, before the introduction of the Internet, people communicated using the telephone...this only allowed audio. Imaging speaking to someone and conducting business with them in the absence of video. This is now behind us...technology provides us with video and audio...skype, zoom, microsoft teams to communicate...hold meetings, webinars, conduct business or just to have a social event.

The Benefits of networking

a) Opportunity for career growth-we have the chance to meet people--people who

can offer job opportunities, professional or personal advise and help us open

new doors.

b) Enhance our knowledge-we connect with people with various skill-sets, and

knowledge....learn new skills or receive expert advice.

c) Improve communication skills-Improving communication skills is essential in

today's world...how we present ourselves and more important, our business--

products and services. Also, the manner in which we speak--to attract people.

d) Access to resources-Access to job leads, industry events, partnerships,

funding.

e) Increased visibility-Attending events, meeting people, sharing ideas and

expertise.

f) Build meaning relationships-Building meaningful relationships provides us with

chance to engage with people who will support us along our life's journey.

g) Increase exposure-Increase exposure to potential clients and customers--it

gives us a bird's eye view of the world.

h) Generate referrals-Generate referrals and leads.

i) Brand building-build your personal brand and help you to standout from the

crowd.

j) Build credibility-share your expertise and showcase your work.

k) Stay-up-to-date-networking helps to keep us up-to-date with the latest changes

and developments. Our world is continually changing and improving...and so

MUST we...if we do not, we will get left behind or left out.

Networking is an investment in ourselves and future

NOTE: Our network is our net-worth