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Networking to Success, Wednesday, Period 1 (5/21/08)
"Networking is about more than meeting people," Nathan said once the group had gathered. "It's learning how people you meet can be useful to them and - just as important - how you can be useful to them.
"One of the first ways you can be useful is by being what's called a connector. You may not be able to help someone in front of you, but you know someone who can. Think of it like when your doctor gives you a referral, only more personal and less likely to involve needles."
Nathan grinned. Nathan liked to think he was funny.
"Today I want you to connect. Take people in the group and introduce them to other people. Don't just give names, help make the connection. State why you think the two of them will get along. 'This is Jane Smith, she breeds Dalmatians. Jane, this is my good friend John Doe, he's looking to buy his kids a puppy.' For the purpose of the class you can make it up if you have to, but bonus points to anybody who can remember anything from the introductions you did last week.
"The more connections, the better," Nathan said. "It earns good karma for when you'll need something later on. So good luck and Lana and I are here if you have any questions."
[ooc: OCD up!]
"One of the first ways you can be useful is by being what's called a connector. You may not be able to help someone in front of you, but you know someone who can. Think of it like when your doctor gives you a referral, only more personal and less likely to involve needles."
Nathan grinned. Nathan liked to think he was funny.
"Today I want you to connect. Take people in the group and introduce them to other people. Don't just give names, help make the connection. State why you think the two of them will get along. 'This is Jane Smith, she breeds Dalmatians. Jane, this is my good friend John Doe, he's looking to buy his kids a puppy.' For the purpose of the class you can make it up if you have to, but bonus points to anybody who can remember anything from the introductions you did last week.
"The more connections, the better," Nathan said. "It earns good karma for when you'll need something later on. So good luck and Lana and I are here if you have any questions."
[ooc: OCD up!]