December 5, 2006
an excellent post for those of us who don’t much like “small talk”
I really like this thought from Fredd Kambo:
I don’t bother “networking” anymore, instead, I try to build relationships with people I find interesting, and who I think are doing interesting things. And I make it my mission to help them in any way I can to achieve their mission. I find this much more satisfying, much more honorable, and much more fun. And this is the cool thing about people.…When you help them out in this way, they help you out. Not because it’s a tit for tat deal, but because both parties are engaged in a mutually beneficial relationship that extends beyond the next favor.
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Yep… That’s it!
Yes this is correct, but to me this IS the definition of networking. People who think networking is going to an event and trading business cards are mistaken. Meeting someone does NOT make them part of your network, it makes them someone you met. The real “work” in networking comes after you meet someone you find interesting…and it is just what Fredd says.…it is helping them achieve their goals and dreams without concern of “whats in it for me”.
Being interested in other people and their projects is a choice we make. If we enter our conversations with an open heart and a keen mind, our ability to serve is greatly enhanced. I like Fredd’s use of the term ‘engaged’.
um all he’s really saying is “i don’t bother networking any more. what i do instead is network.”
Contrary to my incredibly selfish way of life and materialistic ways I am slowly coming round to the more positive side of “what goes around comes around”! Bravo Fredd!
This makes so much sense to me. Thanks for sharing.