Michael Newman’s latest é-Wealth Daily’ article is titled “Networking to Grow Your Business, Made Easy”. [‘e-Wealth Daily’Article]

Michael Newman’s latest ‘e-Wealth Daily’ article:

Networking to Grow Your Business, Made Easy

One of the most important parts of growing a business, making money or doing anything, really, is networking. And, to the pleasure of many, networking is easier today than it ever has been.

Networking is important because it really enables you to access all kinds of important information and stay in the know, and gives you the opportunity to advance your career and your life.

Because of various social media tools, it is easier to network and stay in touch with people than ever before, so if you’re not on Facebook or Twitter, you may want to look into joining.

By increasing your social network and making contacts with as many people as possible, you position yourself and your business for gains.

Of course, before you can add contacts on your Facebook, you actually have to get out and meet them. This can be a problem for some people if they’re shy, don’t have the confidence to go out and meet people, or don’t necessarily know where to look.

If you’re a business owner, the best way to build your contact list is to lock in on potential customers. Do this by calling other businesses in your area to introduce yourself and your
products. Ask them if they have a need for your services and find out if they’d be interested in receiving e-mails from your company about new offers and opportunities.

If your company is more of a retail business, you can increase your network by setting up a Facebook group and asking customers to join it. Let them sign up for a mailing list so you
have their contact information, and make sure to follow up with them about your quality of service and how they liked it. Also, inform them of any specials you may be offering.

Finally, start looking at social situations as a way to meet people and spread the word about your company. The key is to strike up general conversations and avoid coming right out and overtly trying to convert the person you’re talking with into a customer. If after a few moments of chatting, the person seems like a potential customer of yours, subtly bring up what you do for a living. If they’re interested, they’ll likely start asking you some questions. Get their e-mail address or business card and add them to your contact list.

Networking these days is easier than ever, and getting yourself out there can really be the difference between sinking and swimming. Take advantage of these opportunities to grow!

e-Wealth Daily

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