SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE with Vinay Kumar
In this business podcast that is all about people, Vinay Kumar, a Leadership Coach, Certified Professional Facilitator, OD Consultant, Podcaster, Global Nomad, Wildlife Stalker and Records Collector, interviews leaders, thinkers, strategists, and doers to reveal actionable insights, first-hand experiences, smart strategies, brilliant tips and lesser-known best practices on a range of subjects in business leadership and people management, from innovation, DEI, facilitation, technology, future of the workforce and sustainability to evolution of leadership, storytelling, negotiation, digital learning, mental wellbeing, the art of staying positive and even water wars! Plus each episode features curated recommendations from Vinay and his guest for your own RWL (Read Watch Listen) list to keep you shinier and happier!
SHINY HAPPY PEOPLE with Vinay Kumar
Ep 39: Insights 10 in 10: Networking
With or without a pandemic, one thing will never change – our need to network and connect with others. This week, Vinay brings you his Top 10 best practices to help you network better for professional and personal success. Networking is easier than you think, and it can be learnt! As Susan RoAne said, ‘Networking is an enrichment program, not an entitlement program.’ So, go on, hit the play button and get networking!
[01:48s] Tip #1: Networking is a goal.
[02:16s] Tip #2: Ditch the sales pitch.
[02:56s] Tip #3: Use your resume as a tool for advice.
[03:23s] Tip #4: Don’t use networking just to ask for a job.
[04:00s] Tip #5: Be really active on social media.
[04:45s] Tip #6: Have a point of view.
[05:24s] Tip #7: Meet people through other people. Connect people with others.,
[06:20s] Tip #8: Let others speak, ask questions, show interest in what they do. Listen.
[07:12s] Tip #9: It’s not a meet and greet. It’ a hope to re-meet.
[08:03s] Tip #10: Remember to say ‘thank you’ and follow-up.
Recommended reading: ‘Never Eat Alone’by Keith Ferrazzi
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