Don't rush into it
When you try to network with people, you can't rush into it with an introduction, and then jump straight to the punchline. It has the potential to be unsuccessful.
The rules for networking are not the same as for business. In business, we are taught to focus on the outcomes we need. In networking, the focus is on the conversation.
97
480 reads
CURATED FROM
IDEAS CURATED BY
“No one can whistle a symphony. It takes a whole orchestra to play it.” - one of my favourite quotes about teasm, by Luccock
The idea is part of this collection:
Learn more about teamwork with this collection
The benefits of a bedtime routine
How to improve your sleep quality
How to create a relaxing sleep environment
Related collections
Similar ideas to Don't rush into it
Practical methods for networking
Excellent Conversation skills take time to buildup.
If meeting people physically seems out of reach, start using online services to meet random people and find some with same interests. That way, initiating the conversation would be easier.
Complimenting someone’s ou...
Don't waste valuable energy
We can't waste valuable energy on mindless activities while putting off what matters most for later.
In business, wasting energy means working on low-value tasks, and thinking busywork is the same as productivity.
Attending conferences
Conferences are overwhelming: the rush of presentations, conversations, and potential meet-ups, and it can make it tough for you if you want to find focus.
But skipping them isn't the best solution: you’re missing out on the benefits of networking.
Read & Learn
20x Faster
without
deepstash
with
deepstash
with
deepstash
Personalized microlearning
—
100+ Learning Journeys
—
Access to 200,000+ ideas
—
Access to the mobile app
—
Unlimited idea saving
—
—
Unlimited history
—
—
Unlimited listening to ideas
—
—
Downloading & offline access
—
—
Supercharge your mind with one idea per day
Enter your email and spend 1 minute every day to learn something new.
I agree to receive email updates