Greetings all!

Happy to be part of the group and look forward to having you join my
linkedin network.  Please contact me at Tom.armstrong@....
After all, if we're in this group, shouldn't we also share in
networking on linkedin.

I am looking forward to learning ways to effectively network to bring
value to others.  The challenge I have experienced; time is so
precious, I need to focus on the most effective methods of connection
and communication.

For more experienced on-line networkers what suggestions do you have
to maintain and increase momentum in networking without becoming
consumed in the process.

Glad to be here!

Tom

a simple poll is posted here:
http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/MyLinkedinPowerForum/polls

A few thoughts about slow connections as brought up in another
Linkeidn discussion group.

I think that dealing with slow connections really boils down to just
2 issures:

1. Selecting the right people to ask to forward your message.   By
that I mean: most of us will have multiple options when it comes to
people in our network whom we can ask to forward things.    And we
should take note of whom we ask - especially for things that are
critical to our business success.   Some people with smaller
networks may bog referrals down a bit because they just are not that
energized about networking - or they just don't have a feel for it,
yet.   This is not to discriminate against people with smaller
networks - because on the other hand, someone with an
extraordinarily large network may also cause the referral to slow
down because they just have so many referrals to process PLUS they
have other business responsibilities as well.

2. Your message.  Did you spend time thinking about constructing
your message so that there is an appropriate sense of urgency?  'I'm
aware that you're busy but I really would appreciate your helping me
to get this message to __________ within the next 2-3 days.
And the reason this time frame is important is____________."

Also, make sure that the request you're making is an appropriate one
for the person you're ultimately trying to reach.

I always want to forward as fast as possible but once in awhile
someone will send a request that just baffles me.
I don't want to hurt them with an instantaneous rejection, but I
also don't want to hurt us BOTH by making a referral that makes no
sense.

Hope this helps.

Vincent Wright
"What good is motivation you can't remember?"
https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=264166

sorry thanks for sorting that out they are 3 Bineets .Wonder who they are ?

Yes Im Bineet Ramrakha Sydney Australia


On Sat, 26 Feb 2005 03:17:41 -0000, vmwusa_2000 <vmwusa_2000@...> wrote:
>
>
> Hi again, Arnnei/Bineet,
> Arnnei, you mentioned that you couldn't find Bineet on Linkedin.
> One possible reason that that might be the case is that if we were
> to look at Bineet's post and did a search for "Bineet Ram", indeed,
> we wouldn't find him.
>
> However, if we did a search for just "Bineet", we would find
> 3 "Bineets".  One of whom is Bineet Ramrakha.   Which, of the 3
> Bineets, gives us the one closest to our Bineet, the Business &
> Venture Capital Consultant, from Australia.
>
> The principle "take away point" is this: where we see a first or
> last name that is likely to yield just a small number of profiles, I
> recommend keeping the search as simple as possible.
>
> Vincent Wright
> "What good is motivation you can't remember?"
>
> --- In MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com, "Arnnei MegaAS"
> <arnnei@m...> wrote:
> > Hi Bineet,
> >
> > I've just tried to find you on LinkedIn and could not....
> > The link you used is wrong. You should send a link that looks like
> the following:
> >
> > https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=264576
> >
> > I'll be glad to connect with you, but you'll have to enter the
> link above and invite me at:  arnnei@m...
> > I'm sure we'll be able to support each other with our contacts.
> >
> > Cheers,
> >
> > Arnnei Speiser
> > Managing Director
> > Mega AS Consulting Ltd.  www.megaas.co.nz
> >
> > PO Box 55227, Mission Bay
> > Auckland, New Zealand
> >
> > Phone: +64 9 5759580
> > Cellular: +64 21 782 223
> > Skype: arnneisp
> >   -----Original Message-----
> >   From: Bineet Ram [mailto:bineetr@g...]
> >   Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 12:11 PM
> >   To: MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com
> >   Subject: Re: [MyLinkedinPowerForum] Introduction Pooja Jain
> >
> >
> >
> >   Hey all
> >
> >   G'day from Sydney Australia :) Orignally from an Indian
> background as
> >   the name may suggest . Although Id lived here for most of my
> life and
> >   in the states NYC & San Fran...to be precise
> >
> >   You can read about work etc etc here
> >
> https://www.linkedin.com/profile;jsessionid=8153A9A1DF628485096C24487
> 9257B23.app05?trk=tab_pro
> >
> >   Im on sabbatical for another week until the end of the first
> week of
> >   March yes joy !
> >
> >   I welcome linkedin requests @ bineetr@g... .The more the merrier
> >   as they say .Or is it ? What do people think this is issue more
> of
> >   quality or quantity or both ? Has anyone read about Thomas
> Power's
> >   (founder of ecademy) thoughts on the matter ?
> >
> >   Do let me know your thoughts and if I can be of any assistance
> feel
> >   free to contact me
> >
> >   Regards
> >   Bineet
> >
>
>
>
> Yahoo! Groups Links
>
>
>
>
>


--
Bineet Ramrakha
Analyst
Synergy IBC

Hi again, Arnnei/Bineet,
Arnnei, you mentioned that you couldn't find Bineet on Linkedin.
One possible reason that that might be the case is that if we were
to look at Bineet's post and did a search for "Bineet Ram", indeed,
we wouldn't find him.

However, if we did a search for just "Bineet", we would find
3 "Bineets".  One of whom is Bineet Ramrakha.   Which, of the 3
Bineets, gives us the one closest to our Bineet, the Business &
Venture Capital Consultant, from Australia.

The principle "take away point" is this: where we see a first or
last name that is likely to yield just a small number of profiles, I
recommend keeping the search as simple as possible.

Vincent Wright
"What good is motivation you can't remember?"


--- In MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com, "Arnnei MegaAS"
<arnnei@m...> wrote:
> Hi Bineet,
>
> I've just tried to find you on LinkedIn and could not....
> The link you used is wrong. You should send a link that looks like
the following:
>
> https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=264576
>
> I'll be glad to connect with you, but you'll have to enter the
link above and invite me at:  arnnei@m...
> I'm sure we'll be able to support each other with our contacts.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Arnnei Speiser
> Managing Director
> Mega AS Consulting Ltd.  www.megaas.co.nz
>
> PO Box 55227, Mission Bay
> Auckland, New Zealand
>
> Phone: +64 9 5759580
> Cellular: +64 21 782 223
> Skype: arnneisp
>   -----Original Message-----
>   From: Bineet Ram [mailto:bineetr@g...]
>   Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 12:11 PM
>   To: MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com
>   Subject: Re: [MyLinkedinPowerForum] Introduction Pooja Jain
>
>
>
>   Hey all
>
>   G'day from Sydney Australia :) Orignally from an Indian
background as
>   the name may suggest . Although Id lived here for most of my
life and
>   in the states NYC & San Fran...to be precise
>
>   You can read about work etc etc here
>
https://www.linkedin.com/profile;jsessionid=8153A9A1DF628485096C24487
9257B23.app05?trk=tab_pro
>
>   Im on sabbatical for another week until the end of the first
week of
>   March yes joy !
>
>   I welcome linkedin requests @ bineetr@g... .The more the merrier
>   as they say .Or is it ? What do people think this is issue more
of
>   quality or quantity or both ? Has anyone read about Thomas
Power's
>   (founder of ecademy) thoughts on the matter ?
>
>   Do let me know your thoughts and if I can be of any assistance
feel
>   free to contact me
>
>   Regards
>   Bineet
>

-----Original Message-----
From: Pooja Jain [mailto:poojajain30@...]
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 5:13 AM
To: MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [MyLinkedinPowerForum] Introduction Pooja Jain

Hi Everyone,

 

This is Pooja. Born and brought up in India, I recently completed my graduation (a year and a half back) from RIT, NY. However, because of some critical family issues I had to rush back home the next day after my finals and havent been able to go back to US since then.

 

Here in India I'm working for a multinational company, for their Marketing and Business Developement team for US . Past one year has given me wide exposure to the full business cycle from lead generation, proposal making, RFI/RFP management, negotiations, proposal presentations to deal making.

 

As some people in this forum, even I'm new to a networking site. Looking forward to use Linked In to grow and make a mark in the industry. How? I'm not sure yet...and that's what I'm trying to figure out.

 

Would also like to mention that I've a craze and passion for dance. Completed my Senior Diploma in Kathak (traditional Indian Dance) in India and while in Rochester I learnt a few Latin Dances and also won a third position in an interschool dance competion held in Rochester. That's one thing I badly miss! Anyone sharing similar interests?

 

Lastly, I read that someone here can even help me lose weight!!!

 

Thank you for letting me be a part of the forum

 

Regards

Pooja

https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=568468

 

Vincent Wright <vmwusa_2000@...> wrote:

Hi, Everyone,

This message consists of 4 short parts:

 

1. First: WELCOME!   I look forward to My Linkedin Power Forum being a place for us to exchange tips and techniques about what helps us and gives us the best chances to maximize the amazing opportunity Linkedin represents for us personally, socially, and professionally. 

 

And since the group has gotten up to a fairly decent size for a brand new group, I’d like to encourage each of you to introduce yourselves – even the shy ones out there – ESPECIALLY the shy ones – no one here will bite you! I promise! J  

 

So, chime in without fear and introduce yourself!   Tell us what drives you and your business.

 

2. By the way: I believe one of the richest ways for us to start this process off is to answer a question that Bob Burg has made famous via Ivan Misner’s book “Masters of Networking: *“How will I know if someone I’m talking with is a good prospect for you?”*

 

3.  I’ll take the initiative and get things going by saying that for me, as a rabid entrepreneurial recruiter, with 17 years’ experience working for both international corporate conglomerates as well as for small mom and pop shops, you can know that you’re talking to a good prospect for me if that person is looking for a dedicated recruiter to come in and take full ownership of the staffing function - on a mutually satisfying basis (designed in a proposal that spells out specifically how we both win).  Preferably they would want someone for at least a year, and preferably they would want to hire between 2 dozen to 100 professionals (depending upon area of expertise).  A bit long, but if you know of someone like that…  :– )

 

4. As a very brief reminder: this group is designed not only to be ANTI-SPAM – it is also ANTI-GREED - and FOR maximizing our financial opportunities through building our Linkedin networks – the right way.  The right way is as simple as simple can be: give first – help someone else – then relax with the full faith that your bounty is on its way.  My experience with this concept has me convinced 100% of the merits of this odd little piece of practical philosophy for managing life’s relationships.

 

I want us to consider the motto: “Greed is NOT good.  At least not as good as Linkedin networking!” 

 

So, share bountifully and you will reap bountifully! 

 

Let the introductions begin! J

 

Thanks!

Vincent Wright

Career Coach and Developer of The PR© òå System

“Our Business Is Bringing People Together!”

860-293-2443(v), vincent.vincentwright@...

To power up your networking, join me on Linkedin and MyLinkedinPowerForum

 

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Hi, Bineet
Arnnei is correct about the proper way of sharing the link to your
individual Linkedin profile.

For the sake of discussion, there's also another INCORRECT way that
I've seen Linkedin profiles referred to: E.g., the following link
should actually yield YOUR profile on YOUR machine:
https://www.linkedin.com/profile?trk=tab_pro

But if you sent it to another user, they won't get your
profile but their own.

As a reminder: Linkedin identifies us by cookies.  The original link
you sent to the group would, of course, be overridden by a cookie on
my machine which identifies me and my machine to Linkedin's server.

So, the best way to confirm that you've captured the correct link to
share your profile is to click on the link that says, "View your
profile as other users see it"

This will yield a direct link to your profile like this:
https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=264166

Vincent Wright
"What good is motivation you can't remember?"

--- In MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com, "Arnnei MegaAS"
<arnnei@m...> wrote:
> Hi Bineet,
>
> I've just tried to find you on LinkedIn and could not....
> The link you used is wrong. You should send a link that looks like
the following:
>
> https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=264576
>
> I'll be glad to connect with you, but you'll have to enter the
link above and invite me at:  arnnei@m...
> I'm sure we'll be able to support each other with our contacts.
>
> Cheers,
>
> Arnnei Speiser
> Managing Director
> Mega AS Consulting Ltd.  www.megaas.co.nz
>
> PO Box 55227, Mission Bay
> Auckland, New Zealand
>
> Phone: +64 9 5759580
> Cellular: +64 21 782 223
> Skype: arnneisp
>   -----Original Message-----
>   From: Bineet Ram [mailto:bineetr@g...]
>   Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 12:11 PM
>   To: MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com
>   Subject: Re: [MyLinkedinPowerForum] Introduction Pooja Jain
>
>
>
>   Hey all
>
>   G'day from Sydney Australia :) Orignally from an Indian
background as
>   the name may suggest . Although Id lived here for most of my
life and
>   in the states NYC & San Fran...to be precise
>
>   You can read about work etc etc here
>
https://www.linkedin.com/profile;jsessionid=8153A9A1DF628485096C24487
9257B23.app05?trk=tab_pro
>
>   Im on sabbatical for another week until the end of the first
week of
>   March yes joy !
>
>   I welcome linkedin requests @ bineetr@g... .The more the merrier
>   as they say .Or is it ? What do people think this is issue more
of
>   quality or quantity or both ? Has anyone read about Thomas
Power's
>   (founder of ecademy) thoughts on the matter ?
>
>   Do let me know your thoughts and if I can be of any assistance
feel
>   free to contact me
>
>   Regards
>   Bineet
>
>   On Fri, 25 Feb 2005 16:13:15 +0000 (GMT), Pooja Jain
>   <poojajain30@y...> wrote:
>   > Hi Everyone,
>   >
>   > This is Pooja. Born and brought up in India, I recently
completed my
>   > graduation (a year and a half back) from RIT, NY. However,
because of some
>   > critical family issues I had to rush back home the next day
after my finals
>   > and havent been able to go back to US since then.
>   >
>   > Here in India I'm working for a multinational company, for
their Marketing
>   > and Business Developement team for US . Past one year has
given me wide
>   > exposure to the full business cycle from lead generation,
proposal making,
>   > RFI/RFP management, negotiations, proposal presentations to
deal making.
>   >
>   > As some people in this forum, even I'm new to a networking
site. Looking
>   > forward to use Linked In to grow and make a mark in the
industry. How? I'm
>   > not sure yet...and that's what I'm trying to figure out.
>   >
>   > Would also like to mention that I've a craze and passion for
dance.
>   > Completed my Senior Diploma in Kathak (traditional Indian
Dance) in India
>   > and while in Rochester I learnt a few Latin Dances and also
won a third
>   > position in an interschool dance competion held in Rochester.
That's one
>   > thing I badly miss! Anyone sharing similar interests?
>   >
>   > Lastly, I read that someone here can even help me lose
weight!!!
>   >
>   > Thank you for letting me be a part of the forum
>   >
>   > Regards
>   > Pooja
>   > https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=568468
>   >
>   >
>   > Vincent Wright <vmwusa_2000@y...> wrote:
>   >
>   >
>   > Hi, Everyone,
>   >
>   > This message consists of 4 short parts:
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > 1. First: WELCOME!   I look forward to My Linkedin Power Forum
being a place
>   > for us to exchange tips and techniques about what helps us and
gives us the
>   > best chances to maximize the amazing opportunity Linkedin
represents for us
>   > personally, socially, and professionally.
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > And since the group has gotten up to a fairly decent size for
a brand new
>   > group, I'd like to encourage each of you to introduce
yourselves â€" even the
>   > shy ones out there â€" ESPECIALLY the shy ones â€" no
one here
will bite you! I
>   > promise! J
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > So, chime in without fear and introduce yourself!   Tell us
what drives you
>   > and your business.
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > 2. By the way: I believe one of the richest ways for us to
start this
>   > process off is to answer a question that Bob Burg has made
famous via Ivan
>   > Misner's book "Masters of Networking: *"How will I know if
someone I'm
>   > talking with is a good prospect for you?"*
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > 3.  I'll take the initiative and get things going by saying
that for me, as
>   > a rabid entrepreneurial recruiter, with 17 years' experience
working for
>   > both international corporate conglomerates as well as for
small mom and pop
>   > shops, you can know that you're talking to a good prospect for
me if that
>   > person is looking for a dedicated recruiter to come in and
take full
>   > ownership of the staffing function - on a mutually satisfying
basis
>   > (designed in a proposal that spells out specifically how we
both win).
>   > Preferably they would want someone for at least a year, and
preferably they
>   > would want to hire between 2 dozen to 100 professionals
(depending upon area
>   > of expertise).  A bit long, but if you know of someone like
that…  :â€" )
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > 4. As a very brief reminder: this group is designed not only
to be ANTI-SPAM
>   > â€" it is also ANTI-GREED - and FOR maximizing our
financial
opportunities
>   > through building our Linkedin networks â€" the right way.
The
right way is as
>   > simple as simple can be: give first â€" help someone else
â€"
then relax with
>   > the full faith that your bounty is on its way.  My experience
with this
>   > concept has me convinced 100% of the merits of this odd little
piece of
>   > practical philosophy for managing life's relationships.
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > I want us to consider the motto: "Greed is NOT good.  At least
not as good
>   > as Linkedin networking!"
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > So, share bountifully and you will reap bountifully!
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > Let the introductions begin! J
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   > Thanks!
>   >
>   > Vincent Wright
>   >
>   > Career Coach and Developer of The PR© òå System
>   >
>   > "Our Business Is Bringing People Together!"
>   >
>   > 860-293-2443(v), vincent.vincentwright@g...
>   >
>   > To power up your networking, join me on Linkedin and
MyLinkedinPowerForum
>   >
>   >
>   >
>   >
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-----Original Message-----
From: Bineet Ram [mailto:bineetr@...]
Sent: Saturday, February 26, 2005 12:11 PM
To: MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com
Subject: Re: [MyLinkedinPowerForum] Introduction Pooja Jain

Hey all

G'day from Sydney Australia :) Orignally from an Indian background as
the name may suggest . Although Id lived here for most of my life and
in the states NYC & San Fran...to be precise

You can read about work etc etc here
https://www.linkedin.com/profile;jsessionid=8153A9A1DF628485096C244879257B23.app05?trk=tab_pro

Im on sabbatical for another week until the end of the first week of
March yes joy !

I welcome linkedin requests @ bineetr@... .The more the merrier
as they say .Or is it ? What do people think this is issue more of
quality or quantity or both ? Has anyone read about Thomas Power's
(founder of ecademy) thoughts on the matter ?

Do let me know your thoughts and if I can be of any assistance feel
free to contact me

Regards
Bineet

On Fri, 25 Feb 2005 16:13:15 +0000 (GMT), Pooja Jain
<poojajain30@...> wrote:
> Hi Everyone,
> 
> This is Pooja. Born and brought up in India, I recently completed my
> graduation (a year and a half back) from RIT, NY. However, because of some
> critical family issues I had to rush back home the next day after my finals
> and havent been able to go back to US since then.
> 
> Here in India I'm working for a multinational company, for their Marketing
> and Business Developement team for US . Past one year has given me wide
> exposure to the full business cycle from lead generation, proposal making,
> RFI/RFP management, negotiations, proposal presentations to deal making.
> 
> As some people in this forum, even I'm new to a networking site. Looking
> forward to use Linked In to grow and make a mark in the industry. How? I'm
> not sure yet...and that's what I'm trying to figure out.
> 
> Would also like to mention that I've a craze and passion for dance.
> Completed my Senior Diploma in Kathak (traditional Indian Dance) in India
> and while in Rochester I learnt a few Latin Dances and also won a third
> position in an interschool dance competion held in Rochester. That's one
> thing I badly miss! Anyone sharing similar interests?
> 
> Lastly, I read that someone here can even help me lose weight!!!
> 
> Thank you for letting me be a part of the forum
> 
> Regards
> Pooja
> https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=568468
> 
>
> Vincent Wright <vmwusa_2000@...> wrote:
>
>
> Hi, Everyone,
>
> This message consists of 4 short parts:
>
> 
>
> 1. First: WELCOME!   I look forward to My Linkedin Power Forum being a place
> for us to exchange tips and techniques about what helps us and gives us the
> best chances to maximize the amazing opportunity Linkedin represents for us
> personally, socially, and professionally. 
>
> 
>
> And since the group has gotten up to a fairly decent size for a brand new
> group, I'd like to encourage each of you to introduce yourselves – even the
> shy ones out there – ESPECIALLY the shy ones – no one here will bite you! I
> promise! J 
>
> 
>
> So, chime in without fear and introduce yourself!   Tell us what drives you
> and your business.
>
> 
>
> 2. By the way: I believe one of the richest ways for us to start this
> process off is to answer a question that Bob Burg has made famous via Ivan
> Misner's book "Masters of Networking: *"How will I know if someone I'm
> talking with is a good prospect for you?"*
>
> 
>
> 3.  I'll take the initiative and get things going by saying that for me, as
> a rabid entrepreneurial recruiter, with 17 years' experience working for
> both international corporate conglomerates as well as for small mom and pop
> shops, you can know that you're talking to a good prospect for me if that
> person is looking for a dedicated recruiter to come in and take full
> ownership of the staffing function - on a mutually satisfying basis
> (designed in a proposal that spells out specifically how we both win).
> Preferably they would want someone for at least a year, and preferably they
> would want to hire between 2 dozen to 100 professionals (depending upon area
> of expertise).  A bit long, but if you know of someone like that…  :– )
>
> 
>
> 4. As a very brief reminder: this group is designed not only to be ANTI-SPAM
> – it is also ANTI-GREED - and FOR maximizing our financial opportunities
> through building our Linkedin networks – the right way.  The right way is as
> simple as simple can be: give first – help someone else – then relax with
> the full faith that your bounty is on its way.  My experience with this
> concept has me convinced 100% of the merits of this odd little piece of
> practical philosophy for managing life's relationships.
>
> 
>
> I want us to consider the motto: "Greed is NOT good.  At least not as good
> as Linkedin networking!" 
>
> 
>
> So, share bountifully and you will reap bountifully! 
>
> 
>
> Let the introductions begin! J
>
> 
>
> Thanks!
>
> Vincent Wright
>
> Career Coach and Developer of The PR© òå System
>
> "Our Business Is Bringing People Together!"
>
> 860-293-2443(v), vincent.vincentwright@...
>
> To power up your networking, join me on Linkedin and MyLinkedinPowerForum
>
> 
>
>
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Analyst
Synergy IBC

Hey all

G'day from Sydney Australia :) Orignally from an Indian background as
the name may suggest . Although Id lived here for most of my life and
in the states NYC & San Fran...to be precise

You can read about work etc etc here
https://www.linkedin.com/profile;jsessionid=8153A9A1DF628485096C244879257B23.app\
05?trk=tab_pro

Im on sabbatical for another week until the end of the first week of
March yes joy !

I welcome linkedin requests @ bineetr@... .The more the merrier
as they say .Or is it ? What do people think this is issue more of
quality or quantity or both ? Has anyone read about Thomas Power's
(founder of ecademy) thoughts on the matter ?

Do let me know your thoughts and if I can be of any assistance feel
free to contact me

Regards
Bineet

On Fri, 25 Feb 2005 16:13:15 +0000 (GMT), Pooja Jain
<poojajain30@...> wrote:
> Hi Everyone,
>
> This is Pooja. Born and brought up in India, I recently completed my
> graduation (a year and a half back) from RIT, NY. However, because of some
> critical family issues I had to rush back home the next day after my finals
> and havent been able to go back to US since then.
>
> Here in India I'm working for a multinational company, for their Marketing
> and Business Developement team for US . Past one year has given me wide
> exposure to the full business cycle from lead generation, proposal making,
> RFI/RFP management, negotiations, proposal presentations to deal making.
>
> As some people in this forum, even I'm new to a networking site. Looking
> forward to use Linked In to grow and make a mark in the industry. How? I'm
> not sure yet...and that's what I'm trying to figure out.
>
> Would also like to mention that I've a craze and passion for dance.
> Completed my Senior Diploma in Kathak (traditional Indian Dance) in India
> and while in Rochester I learnt a few Latin Dances and also won a third
> position in an interschool dance competion held in Rochester. That's one
> thing I badly miss! Anyone sharing similar interests?
>
> Lastly, I read that someone here can even help me lose weight!!!
>
> Thank you for letting me be a part of the forum
>
> Regards
> Pooja
> https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=568468
>
>
> Vincent Wright <vmwusa_2000@...> wrote:
>
>
> Hi, Everyone,
>
> This message consists of 4 short parts:
>
>
>
> 1. First: WELCOME!   I look forward to My Linkedin Power Forum being a place
> for us to exchange tips and techniques about what helps us and gives us the
> best chances to maximize the amazing opportunity Linkedin represents for us
> personally, socially, and professionally.
>
>
>
> And since the group has gotten up to a fairly decent size for a brand new
> group, I'd like to encourage each of you to introduce yourselves – even the
> shy ones out there – ESPECIALLY the shy ones – no one here will bite you!
I
> promise! J
>
>
>
> So, chime in without fear and introduce yourself!   Tell us what drives you
> and your business.
>
>
>
> 2. By the way: I believe one of the richest ways for us to start this
> process off is to answer a question that Bob Burg has made famous via Ivan
> Misner's book "Masters of Networking: *"How will I know if someone I'm
> talking with is a good prospect for you?"*
>
>
>
> 3.  I'll take the initiative and get things going by saying that for me, as
> a rabid entrepreneurial recruiter, with 17 years' experience working for
> both international corporate conglomerates as well as for small mom and pop
> shops, you can know that you're talking to a good prospect for me if that
> person is looking for a dedicated recruiter to come in and take full
> ownership of the staffing function - on a mutually satisfying basis
> (designed in a proposal that spells out specifically how we both win).
> Preferably they would want someone for at least a year, and preferably they
> would want to hire between 2 dozen to 100 professionals (depending upon area
> of expertise).  A bit long, but if you know of someone like that…  :– )
>
>
>
> 4. As a very brief reminder: this group is designed not only to be ANTI-SPAM
> – it is also ANTI-GREED - and FOR maximizing our financial opportunities
> through building our Linkedin networks – the right way.  The right way is as
> simple as simple can be: give first – help someone else – then relax with
> the full faith that your bounty is on its way.  My experience with this
> concept has me convinced 100% of the merits of this odd little piece of
> practical philosophy for managing life's relationships.
>
>
>
> I want us to consider the motto: "Greed is NOT good.  At least not as good
> as Linkedin networking!"
>
>
>
> So, share bountifully and you will reap bountifully!
>
>
>
> Let the introductions begin! J
>
>
>
> Thanks!
>
> Vincent Wright
>
> Career Coach and Developer of The PR© òå System
>
> "Our Business Is Bringing People Together!"
>
> 860-293-2443(v), vincent.vincentwright@...
>
> To power up your networking, join me on Linkedin and MyLinkedinPowerForum
>
>
>
>
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--
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Analyst
Synergy IBC

Hi, Everyone,

This message consists of 4 short parts:

 

1. First: WELCOME!   I look forward to My Linkedin Power Forum being a place for us to exchange tips and techniques about what helps us and gives us the best chances to maximize the amazing opportunity Linkedin represents for us personally, socially, and professionally. 

 

And since the group has gotten up to a fairly decent size for a brand new group, I’d like to encourage each of you to introduce yourselves – even the shy ones out there – ESPECIALLY the shy ones – no one here will bite you! I promise! J  

 

So, chime in without fear and introduce yourself!   Tell us what drives you and your business.

 

2. By the way: I believe one of the richest ways for us to start this process off is to answer a question that Bob Burg has made famous via Ivan Misner’s book “Masters of Networking: *“How will I know if someone I’m talking with is a good prospect for you?”*

 

3.  I’ll take the initiative and get things going by saying that for me, as a rabid entrepreneurial recruiter, with 17 years’ experience working for both international corporate conglomerates as well as for small mom and pop shops, you can know that you’re talking to a good prospect for me if that person is looking for a dedicated recruiter to come in and take full ownership of the staffing function - on a mutually satisfying basis (designed in a proposal that spells out specifically how we both win).  Preferably they would want someone for at least a year, and preferably they would want to hire between 2 dozen to 100 professionals (depending upon area of expertise).  A bit long, but if you know of someone like that…  :– )

 

4. As a very brief reminder: this group is designed not only to be ANTI-SPAM – it is also ANTI-GREED - and FOR maximizing our financial opportunities through building our Linkedin networks – the right way.  The right way is as simple as simple can be: give first – help someone else – then relax with the full faith that your bounty is on its way.  My experience with this concept has me convinced 100% of the merits of this odd little piece of practical philosophy for managing life’s relationships.

 

I want us to consider the motto: “Greed is NOT good.  At least not as good as Linkedin networking!” 

 

So, share bountifully and you will reap bountifully! 

 

Let the introductions begin! J

 

Thanks!

Vincent Wright

Career Coach and Developer of The PR© òå System

“Our Business Is Bringing People Together!”

860-293-2443(v), vincent.vincentwright@...

To power up your networking, join me on Linkedin and MyLinkedinPowerForum

 

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Hello:

I am a spanking new member of this group and here's my intro:

My name is Adwait Ullal and I am an independent computer consultant
specializing in architecture, design and implementation of software
systems, especially in Microsoft technologies such as .Net, SQL
Server, Commerce and BizTalk Servers.

I am located in the San Francisco Bay Area though I have worked all
around the country (and world),

My complete resume, blog and jobs group can found at respective URLs
below. The job group is one where I post reqs. I receive from
recruiters.

Please feel free to connect to me on LinkedIn and/or Plaxo.

Best,

- Adwait

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w: http://www.adwait.com
j: http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/AdwaitsDotNetJobs
b: http://dotnetjunkies.com/WebLog/adwait

-----Original Message-----
From: Emily [mailto:eweinb04@...]
Sent: Friday, February 25, 2005 9:47 AM
To: MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [MyLinkedinPowerForum] Introduction

Hi, my name is Emily. I graduated college last May and currently job
searching. My degree is in Information Technology with an area of
concentration in Instructional Technology. I am currenly in TX, but
seeking employment in Washington, DC.

My interests includes web design, desktop publishing, non-profits,
education, and e-learning.

I am considered quiet, so networking is hard for me. I am trying to
figure out how to start networking online. I am having a hard time
knowing how to introduce myself to a contact and what types of
questions to ask in a networking e-mail.

If anyone would like to connect with me one linkedin or find out
more about me, my e-mail is eweinb04@...

I look forward to being part of this group.

Emily

-----Original Message-----
From: Marieke Hensel (Hensel Hosting) [mailto:marieke@...]
Sent: Friday, February 25, 2005 4:52 AM
To: MyLinkedinPowerForum@yahoogroups.com
Subject: [MyLinkedinPowerForum] Surprise: this is me :-)

Hi everyone,

Sorry for sounding harsh, Arnnei.
Here is I. (all critiques are welcome by the way :-))

I am a woman who loves to set up new activities/projects/businesses. Next to
that I am focused on gaining personal growth for myself, my husband, my
children and other people that I love. I do this by getting inspired (books,
workshops, talking to people) and putting thoughts into action (recommend
reading material & people). Therefore I am also focussed on
finding/establishing the right education for my children.

In our company, I am also the creator of new ideas to improve our business.
And inspire my business partners to get our company moving in the right
direction. We have 2 business units: Hensel Hosting (webhosting) and
Henselutions (Internet applications - tailormade).

We are located in Emmen, The Netherlands and in March we will open our
offshore programming facility in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

I am a global citizen and have lived in the USA and Brazil and travelled
throughout many countries in the world.

Thanks for reading this and if you'd like to connect with me, please do! I
am on LinkedIn and Ecademy.

Marieke Hensel

https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=1660524
http://www.ecademy.com/account.php?id=73583
http://www.hensel.nl

Hi, my name is Emily. I graduated college last May and currently job
searching. My degree is in Information Technology with an area of
concentration in Instructional Technology. I am currenly in TX, but
seeking employment in Washington, DC.

My interests includes web design, desktop publishing, non-profits,
education, and e-learning.

I am considered quiet, so networking is hard for me. I am trying to
figure out how to start networking online. I am having a hard time
knowing how to introduce myself to a contact and what types of
questions to ask in a networking e-mail.

If anyone would like to connect with me one linkedin or find out
more about me, my e-mail is eweinb04@...

I look forward to being part of this group.

Emily

Sorry, I slightly misunderstood the idea of the introduction so here I
go again:

Who am I on the outside?

I'm female and live in Bristol, south west UK and have been here all my life.
Sometimes I wonder how I have managed that as everyone these days
seems to have lived all over the place.  Well, Bristol is a great city
and I just seem to have always found what I need here.  I have a good
network of friends all over the country and in various parts of Europe
so I do get out occasionally :-)

Who am I on the inside?

Someone who enjoys life and wants to help other people share that
enjoyment.  I must admit I've had a pretty easy life with loving
parents and no real traumas for most of the time.  A lot of the people
I meet through my work haven't been as fortunate as me and I want to
give them the ability to put that misfortune behind them; to keep the
lessons they've learnt but to be able to throw out the emotion that
goes with it and that can make life so stale and unpleasant.

A smile is a very precious thing both to the person who owns it and to
the people who they share it with.  I would like more people to be
able to own their own smiles that they can share with others.

What do I enjoy?

Photography is a long standing hobby that I tried to make work
commercially but haven't had a lot of luck so I decided to just enjoy
it and stop wasting time promoting it. Flying model aircraft is
another hobby that I enjoy and is actually how I met my partner. I am
always inquisitive and want to learn more and experience more. That is
probably a good thing because I am quite independent so I like to be
able to do things for myself (but I think I also know when to give
up!)

Please email me if you want to know more.

...
Best Wishes

Sharon Stiles
Tel: +44 (0)845 665 3024

For a positive change in your life visit www.sharonstiles.co.uk
Do you have a fear of flying? Visit www.pleasure-flight.com

Hi everyone,

Sorry for sounding harsh, Arnnei.
Here is I. (all critiques are welcome by the way :-))

I am a woman who loves to set up new activities/projects/businesses. Next to
that I am focused on gaining personal growth for myself, my husband, my
children and other people that I love. I do this by getting inspired (books,
workshops, talking to people) and putting thoughts into action (recommend
reading material & people). Therefore I am also focussed on
finding/establishing the right education for my children.

In our company, I am also the creator of new ideas to improve our business.
And inspire my business partners to get our company moving in the right
direction. We have 2 business units: Hensel Hosting (webhosting) and
Henselutions (Internet applications - tailormade).

We are located in Emmen, The Netherlands and in March we will open our
offshore programming facility in Cluj-Napoca, Romania.

I am a global citizen and have lived in the USA and Brazil and travelled
throughout many countries in the world.

Thanks for reading this and if you'd like to connect with me, please do! I
am on LinkedIn and Ecademy.

Marieke Hensel

https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=1660524
http://www.ecademy.com/account.php?id=73583
http://www.hensel.nl

I forgot to add that I'm in the NY/NJ area.  I grew up in Miami, FL.

Did I read that we have a few musicians in here as well?


Have a great day,


Cheril N. Clarke
www.cherilnclarke.com
www.dodipress.com

Author of:
"Intimate Chaos" Coming Summer 2005!
See the cover design here: http://www.ndigodesign.com/chaos1.html

> what drives you:

The necessity to communicate, the need to know.

> What drives your business:

New ideas, projects that we believe in.

> *"How will I know if someone I'm talking with is a good prospect for
you?"*

If someone has the ability to understand the complexity of the
problems you are confronting, to listen before telling you with a
smile on his/her face: "this is a new challenge for me but I am ready
to take it"

About me: I use Linux and open-source to make things work,with focus
on  Internet and telecommunications.

Okay, a little about me ........

Briefly, I'm an IT professional back on the job market. Principal
skills are ColdFusion (web programming) and IT Support/Documentation.

I spent most of last year in Japan. Overall, the trip was a terrible
failure. But the best thing to happen was that I was introduced to
linkedin and ecademy.

It was just two months between the time when I was intro'd to
linkedin and had to leave the country (no work and ran out of money),
but it was enough to hook me to this great concept.

I'm back in Sydney now and, after I eventually find stable employment
again (always a challenge in IT), I'll be looking at ways of
expanding personal meetings based on linkedin and ecademy. True,
there are quite a few Australians on both, but it seems there's a lot
more work to be done here than in Tokyo.

Perhaps I was fortunate in that I was inducted by the dynamic Jon
Jorgensen and the hard-working Andrew Shuttleworth, and that these
two fine chaps do a lot to promote personal networking in Tokyo. I am
desperate to get something like that level of networking happening
here in Aus.

Any other Australians like to pitch in and help ? Love to hear from
you.

Good morning / afternoon / evening to you all and thank you for allowing me
to be part of this group.

As the subject suggests my name is Andrew Cardwell and I am a information
security management specialist.  I am highly qualified and hold the CISSP,
CISMP, CISA and other security certifications.  I've over 8 years
information security experience and have a telecoms and ISP background,
although I have worked in many areas through the various consulting firms.

I use linkedin for a number of reasons.  I use it to maintain my business
connections, I use it to establish new business and industry connections and
I use it to introduce myself to people whom I find interesting and think I
can learn something from.

I am happy to help people where I can be it information security matters,
business advice or even ISP hosting services.

I have a particular interest in information security and in individuals and
companies from the Bangalore area in India but I am happy to talk to anyone
if they have something interesting to discuss.

My linkedin profile is very complete and can tell you much more about me.
Take 10 minutes to look at it and if you want to link feel free to get in
touch.

Kind regards,

--
Andrew Cardwell
https://www.linkedin.com/profile?viewProfile=&key=662110

Hi Arnnei,

 

I am not interested in your business. But do please tell me who are you, what do you like to do and why do you like to do this?

 

Marieke Hensel

http://www.hensel.nl

Hi All,

 

One of the major issues of the Internet today is the security and protection against phishing - Password Stealing.

We have developed a low cost, high security solution - the CAT (Cellular Authentication Token) and eAuthentication service.

 

The CAT is a FREE token and has no cost, and our eAuthentication service allows you to add TFA OTP (One Time Password) security level to your web site at a price of between 1.2 USA dollars to 12 cents per user per year - depending on the number of end users of your Web site that will register to the OTP security level.

 

If your site requires the security then why not give it a try at these prices. There are no hidden costs and no SMS or Cellular communication.

 

I'd also like to offer to support any of my colleagues at the Power Forum with my LinkedIn contacts.

Do not hesitate to "LinkedIn" with me and extend both our networks so we can support each other with our contacts.

 

Cheers,

 

Arnnei Speiser

Managing Director

Mega AS Consulting Ltd.  www.megaas.co.nz

 

PO Box 55227, Mission Bay

Auckland, New Zealand

 

Phone: +64 9 5759580

Cellular: +64 21 782 223

Skype: arnneisp

 

Hi All,

 

One of the major issues of the Internet today is the security and protection against phishing - Password Stealing.

We have developed a low cost, high security solution - the CAT (Cellular Authentication Token) and eAuthentication service.

 

The CAT is a FREE token and has no cost, and our eAuthentication service allows you to add TFA OTP (One Time Password) security level to your web site at a price of between 1.2 USA dollars to 12 cents per user per year - depending on the number of end users of your Web site that will register to the OTP security level.

 

If your site requires the security then why not give it a try at these prices. There are no hidden costs and no SMS or Cellular communication.

 

I'd also like to offer to support any of my colleagues at the Power Forum with my LinkedIn contacts.

Do not hesitate to "LinkedIn" with me and extend both our networks so we can support each other with our contacts.

 

Cheers,

 

Arnnei Speiser

Managing Director

Mega AS Consulting Ltd.  www.megaas.co.nz

 

PO Box 55227, Mission Bay

Auckland, New Zealand

 

Phone: +64 9 5759580

Cellular: +64 21 782 223

Skype: arnneisp

 

I guess I may as well jump in and introduce myself.  My name is Cheril
N. Clarke and I'm a 24-year-old Analyst for Data Center Operations by
day and a novelist and publisher by night, weekend, and free time in
between.  Right now I’m preparing for the release of my third
novel, "Intimate Chaos" (first one published by my company, Dodi
Press).  To answer the question, a good prospect for me for this
particular book would be African-American women between the ages of 21
and 40 who enjoy reading in their leisure time.  To go deeper into a
niche, though this book transcends gender it would appeal the most to
African American Lesbians first.

"Clarke has done a remarkable job of sharing the story of love, that
deep down feeling which causes its host to do anything, say anything,
and put up with anything for the possibility of having that love
returned to them.  As an extra bonus, though this is the story of a
lesbian relationship, the message transcends gender.  Anyone who has
ever loved someone, lost them, or been the recipient of unconditional
love will be able to relate to this story." 4 Star Amazon Rating

-Reviewed by Tee C. Royal
of The RAWSISTAZT Reviewers

Outside of this project I have 5 other novels and an anthology lined
up, which will keep me quite busy.  My prospects/target audience will
change to a more general group as well as people who may have been in
love with or related to someone they always thought was a
little "off."  After I publish the sequel to Intimate Chaos, my next
series is tentatively titled the "Sorry for Being Insane" trilogy.


Hope to read about others soon,


Cheril N. Clarke
www.cherilnclarke.com
www.dodipress.com

Author of:
"Intimate Chaos" Coming Summer 2005!
See the cover design here: http://www.ndigodesign.com/chaos1.html

Who am I?
I'm a hypnotherapist, NLP and EFT practitioner.  What does one of
those do?  Well, I use all those titles because different people
recognise and relate to different ones.  To me though how I do things
isn't the important part.  It's what my client achieves that matters.

Who are my clients?
Anyone who wants to make a change in their life.
It may be someone who wants to stop smoking, lose weight or get rid of
a habit like biting their nails. Other clients want to be able to get
rid of anxiety, panic attacks, a phobia.  Some people want to be able
to handle stress better and be able to relax.  Others want to be able
to motivate themselves.

Who is a good prospect for me?
Anyone who uses phrases like "I could
never do that", "I wish I could do that", "I can't do that", "I've
tried everything".

I'm also interested in making contact with companies who are
interested in their employees' wellbeing as that's a good way of
making contact with a lot of people at once.

Many of my clients' first words to me are "I've tried everything else
so I thought I'd come and see you".  My wish is that people would save
time and effort and come to see me first :-)

Where do I work?
I'm based in Bristol, South West UK but I can do sessions over the
phone or through Skype so location is not necessarily an issue.

...
Best Wishes

Sharon Stiles
Tel: +44 (0)845 665 3024

For a positive change in your life visit www.sharonstiles.co.uk
Do you have a fear of flying? Visit www.pleasure-flight.com

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I recently entered the keyword "networking" into Google. In 0.13
seconds, it returned 21,600,000 entries. Amazing! What's even more
amazing was when I entered the same search ten minutes later 200,000
additional entries were found. Countless articles and information
are available about this subject. By reviewing the latest
information, many of you are taking the first step towards learning
more about networking tools and techniques.

Remember the old saying, "It's not what you know, but who you know."
Not only does this hold true today, but there continues to be a
growing emphasis on the importance of people connections. Business,
job and people networking have become the norm, not the exception.
Baby Boomers and Generation X professionals use networking in almost
every aspect of their daily lives in order to gain greater success
in today's competitive business environment.

Networking is a powerful tool that offers the promise of impacting
our lives by opening endless people, company and information
channels. It helps us establish new business contacts, locate and
land challenging career positions and interact with people who have
common interests and goals. As a young adult seeking my first job,
it took a while to understand the very simple premise that people
know people. Twenty-some years later, I realize the potential for
using this new found tool for seeking advice, information,
recommendations, referrals and support.

Not long ago, mention the word networking and most people either
didn't understand what you meant, or those with a technical
background thought of a computer network. Today, most people
understand the term in a general sense, however do they really
understand the process, benefits and dynamics that link people
together?

Don't assume everyone understands what you mean by networking.
Lillian Bjorseth, author of "Breakthrough Networking: Building
Relationships That Last," said most people fail at networking
because they don't really understand what it is. "Networking is not
a personal platform for you to tell people how wonderful you are,"
said Bjorseth. "It's a dynamic process that links people into
mutually beneficial relationships." A key success factor for
effective communication is establishing a common understanding of
terms, goals and expectations. Once established, you are better
positioned to target specific goals and objectives. Many job seekers
know from experience that the average person assumes you are seeking
only contacts that have job openings. Based on this assumption, it's
easy for them to simply say, 'I don't know anyone who is hiring
right now.' By educating new acquaintances first, you will not only
avoid this problem, but open their minds to exploring a much broader
group of resources.

Without getting into the "dos & don'ts"…a list of important
things
to keep in mind:
· Explain networking in simple terms including your goals and
         how it benefits all parties.
· Assure contacts that you understand they are busy and value
         their time.
· Provide an option to meet or have a phone conversation.
· Explain that your focus is to develop a two-way exchange of
         information that is mutually valuable:
· Ask about their job, company and latest challenges, hobbies,
         what they excel at and listen for ways that you can help
         them.
· Find ways to give back to your contacts through interesting
         and informative articles, referrals that might assist their
         business, scheduled events or even social or hobby
         information.
· Be a courteous communicator, and always express your
         appreciation for assistance.
· Good relationships take time to develop; they don't happen
         overnight.

Building a diverse network with an eye toward the future, including
different business sectors, job responsibilities, cultures and
geographic locations will provide a more comprehensive group of
resources. Allow yourself time to establish relationships based upon
trust, common values, interests and goals. Use your contacts
effectively and recognize that each one is different and each group
must be approached uniquely.

Types of Contacts
Your contacts will typically fit into three groups: (1) people you
know, or warm contacts, (2) those referred to you by a business or
personal contact or referral and (3) people you do not know, cold
contacts. Warm contacts should not be taken for granted. Ongoing
exchanges of information with warm contacts may be easy for you, but
ask yourself if you are achieving your goals. Your closest friends,
business associates and co-workers may provide ongoing support,
advice and information, but may not necessarily be your strongest or
best resources. Referrals can be introduced in person, by phone call
or via e-mail. Remember that someone thought enough of you to
provide a referral, so treat both individuals with professionalism
and respect. Find a common thread when working with cold contacts to
help you open the door or perk their interest. Use something you
know about their company, a person they know, an association they
belong to or an article you read that might apply to them. Don't
under estimate the potential of anyone. You will be pleasantly
surprised, if you make the effort to establish a relationship. Don't
become so wrapped up in developing your own network, that you
overlook the benefit of providing referrals to your contacts.

Persistence
Accepting rejection and maintaining a positive and persistent
approach are key to your success. Not everyone will have the time,
energy or desire to talk with you. Set a time table for yourself
that includes follow up calls and e-mails. If you fail to receive a
response by the end of your defined period, move on and concentrate
on those people who are receptive to talking or meeting. Cultivating
and developing good working relationships takes time, patience and
the right touch of persistence. Each person has unique values,
which, when combined with your overall group, form a strong
alliance.

Research is a very important part of developing your network.
Gaining information about companies, people, products and trends all
require research. Google, www.google.com is one of many excellent
tools for fulfilling your research requirements. Many times you will
find limited company information, but you will be able to identify
names of the management team or decision makers. By entering a very
simple search using Google, you can locate every occurrence of
specific companies and potentially a broad range of information
valuable to your research. First, identify the company website,
example: Sears Roebuck & Company is www.sears.com. Enter the
following search "@sears.com" into the Google search field. The
information returned from this search will provide company
information, articles, personal e-mail addresses of employees and
many other sources of valuable information. One of the most valuable
pieces of information you may find are employee e-mail addresses.
Using the e-mail format, you can now e-mail decision makers and
people who might be able to assist you within specific companies.

The influence of people who know people increases our ability to
lend assistance to friends and colleagues, leverage the expansive
community of resources available and help us become more successful.
Every individual has their own style of working, socializing and
getting through their daily life tasks. Develop a networking style
that recognizes your individual strengths, weaknesses and purpose.
About the author :
Russ Kovar is a professional consultant in varied areas including IT
consulting, software development, package implementation,
outsourcing and business consulting. He can be contacted at
rkovar1@...

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