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connection





                                               Sharing what you know (knowledge)
                                                        who you know (network)
                                                       and how you feel (support)

                                          It is all about giving so if you don’t get this give up now!!.
             ADDING VALUE                 The intention is to give out your knowledge, network
                  SERVING                 and support and expect nothing in return. People may
                                          help you if you have helped them. This may not
                   CARING                 necessarily be right away, but it does happen.
                   GIVING
                  SHARING                 You reap the rewards from the seeds you sow and
                                          nurture. Be authentic in doing this, genuinely care and
              CONNECTING                  enjoy the process of giving. It is about adding value to
                                          others and enhancing your network. How can you help

               NOT SELLING                others be successful?

                      Regular, systematic approach to building real connections
            1.   I am (who) , I do (what) , because (why) … share your story with confidence.
            2.   Ask them ‘So what are you working on?' or what are they interested in - think
                 creatively on what you could do to help them.
            3.   Make meaningful introductions to others – send them a joint email saying you think it
                 would be useful if they connected and why. Ask them to share the outcome for your
                 learning.
            4.   Share knowledge - articles, industry news, books, websites, events - tell them why you
                 are sharing with them. Follow up for your learning.
            5.   Follow up – be consistent and schedule future important contact dates.
            6.   Keep the network alive with regular group ‘hello info, give to get, invites’ nudges
                 and tell them what you are working on.
            7.   Acknowledge work and life events – promotions, birthdays, marriages, births,
                 graduations.
            8.   Offer support during challenging times too.
                                                                  Do this every day
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