Networking Authentically

Networking Authentically Today a client told me that he was uncomfortable networking and that where he came from it just wasnt done. As I probed further I discovered that my client believed that networking was about asking for a favor and this bothered him. But networking is not about asking for favors. Networking is about asking for and sharing information. It encourages trust, community, authenticity, and reciprocity. Good networkers give more than they get. They share knowledge, ideas, and resources. They connect people and businesses. Does that sound like something thats done where you come from? Lets hope so. Make a commitment to yourself today to help someone in your community, school, or company. Youll be glad that you did. Networking Authentically Check out these wise words of  networking wisdom  from Gen Y blogger and entrepreneur  Jun Loayza  over on the  Brazen Careerist  blog. Jun reminds us that a bigger online network doesnt mean a better network. Avoid  promiscuous linking  and connect to people you know well or want to get to know better. Its hard to be credible when you claim to know several thousand people well.