More listener questions! This time Debby, the Networking Guru, and Greg, the Reluctant Networker talk about one of the fundamental aspects of skillful networking - asking for the referral. Beyond simply asking, though, how do we not feel desperate when it's time to make that request?
Thank you to:
- Christine Steyn, Founder and Director, Dynamic Consciousness Coaching (Pty) Ltd, https://www.linkedin.com/in/christine-steyn-58628523/
- Ralph Huston, Energy Advisor, Large Michigan Utility Company, https://www.linkedin.com/in/ralph-huston-97072328/
- Megan Gallagher, Executive Director, Cleveland Hope Exchange, https://www.linkedin.com/in/megangallagher1/
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Listen for:
[2:30] What's missing from most requests.
[5:10] Step 1: Do your research. Know what you want.
[6:00] Step 2: Make yourself referrable.
[6:50] Don't sound desperate.
[8:30] Good and bad answers to "How can I help?"