The Networking Survival Guide, Second Edition : Practical Advice to Help You Gain Confidence, Approach People, and Get the Success You Want

Praise for the first edition of The Networking Survival Guide “Any way you look at it, other people are your greatest resource. Diane Darling’s in-depth, easy-to-follow instructions will fill your life with opportunities to meet these people and reap the rewards.” Nicholas Boothman, author of How to Make People Like You in 90 Seconds or Less and How to Connect in Business in 90 Seconds or Less Network your way to the highest levels of success! No matter how smart and talented you are, you need the help of others to reach your true potential. Solid connections with the right people are just as important as being good at what you do. This fully revised edition of The Networking Survival Guide reveals tried and- true networking tactics, as well as new ways to harness the extraordinary influence of social networking sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. It teaches you how to: Identify and develop mutually beneficial relationships Create a strategy so your network is in place before you need it Succeed at networking even if you’re an introvert Use the proper etiquette in any situation Turn conversations into opportunities Become a resource for fellow networkers "No matter how smart and talented you are, you need the help of others to reach your true potential. Solid connections with the right people are just as important as being good at what you do. This fully revised edition of The Networking Survival Guide reveals tried and- true networking tactics, as well as new ways to harness the extraordinary influence of social networking sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. It teaches you how to: Identify and develop mutually beneficial relationships ; Create a strategy so your network is in place before you need it ; Succeed at networking even if you?re an introvert ; Use the proper etiquette in any situation ; Turn conversations into opportunities ; Become a resource for fellow networkers ."--Product description Reveals how to jumpstart your job search using both tried-and-true networking tactics, as well as methods for harnessing the extraordinary influence of social networking sites like Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter. This title provides practical tips on overcoming shyness and 'scripts' you can rely on for networking anywhere.