GSFE Newsletter-WINTER 2023
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Also consider technology systems that assist with following up. Remember, the<br />
money is in the follow up.<br />
5. Focus on developing genuine relationships rather than simply making contacts.<br />
Don’t forget, people do business with people they know, like, trust, and<br />
remember. Consider using FORM (F- family, O- occupation, R- recreation, and<br />
M- motivation/message). Be authentic.<br />
6. Take the time to learn about the people you’re networking with, and work to form<br />
meaningful connections.<br />
Similar to #5, look at contacts as people, not as just someone to buy your<br />
product or service. They may not need or want what you do but they may know<br />
several people who do and you’ll never know if you don’t get to know them.<br />
7. Utilize social media platforms to grow your network and stay connected with<br />
contacts.<br />
Social media can be a very useful tool for networking. What platforms do your<br />
customers use? What platforms do your colleagues use? What platforms do your<br />
potential collaborators use? Are you there?<br />
Would you like to receive 120 Tips for Power Networking for FREE.<br />
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Deborah Thorne is The Information Diva, America’s She E.O. Coach and founder of The<br />
Leverage Conference for Speakers, Authors, and Entrepreneurs, November 9-12, <strong>2023</strong><br />
Global Society For Female Entrepreneurs - www.globalsocietyforfemaleentrepreneurs.org<br />
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