Networking the right way

Fabulous article in Forbes from Andrew Vest on networking. As I see it, networking is like bank loans – you will get the best results if you do it when you don’t need it. My take on networking:

• Networking is not about you. It’s about helping and supporting others. If you take this perspective, your needs will be taken care of.
• Everyone has something of value to offer – find that thing and provide yours openly and willingly.
• Be generous in sharing your network – this will reap benefits for you and those that need your support.
• If you promise to do something, do it.