VALDOSTA-LOWNDES COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE: Making a Connection and Networking

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Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce issued the following announcement on July 24.

Exchanging information with others and developing contacts is the process known as networking, and it can be vital to furthering your career. Networking, when viewed as part of the big picture of your business, requires time and patience, and a solid investment in your networking efforts. Like any well-working process, your networking should be a systematic one that is consistently modified to ensure the best results.

There are several reasons why networking is important, to include practicing your pitch and widening your circle of influence. Keep in mind that networking is not a selling of your product or service but rather a way to gain opportunities connecting with people. With proper execution and commitment, networking can significantly benefit your business.

Networking should be an on-going process rather than a short-term goal. Whether you are new to networking or have been in the game for some time, there are plenty of ways to evolve your businesses’ networking strategies.

When looking to enhance your networking group, here are some things to consider:

  • Technology continues to augment how easy it is to connect with those around us. Taking advantage of the latest technology including social media and applications, as well as devices themselves, will enable you to stay connected, gain knowledge, and ultimately progress. With technology at our fingertips, networking through mobile devices can be done efficiently, and consistently, allowing networking to take place at a much faster pace.
  • While looking to expand and/or improve your network, it’s important to reflect on your existing networks. Are you fostering proper, long term relationships with your current networks? Do you have both online and offline network communities, and are you using them strategically? How you utilize your existing networks say a lot about the development and success of any possible future networking.
  • Interpersonal skills are extremely important factors when it comes to building credibility with others. Overall, your behavior toward your networking members should be that of a positive attitude. Building a trusting, solid connection with ethical behavior leads to a lasting relationship and more opportunities.
It’s important to remember that it takes several resources, tools, and time to create solid networking relationships. Dynamic and viable networks can be created through persistence, commitment, and constant development. Visit the SEEDS Business Resource Center for Networking opportunities in Valdosta. 

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Source: Valdosta-Lowndes County Chamber of Commerce

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