Jennifer Hisdorf’s Post

What is a network to you? Does it involve going to meetings a couple of times a month and swapping business cards? 📥💼 Don’t get me wrong - I find networking meetings extremely valuable and will continue to go to as many as I can. But to me my network is so much more than just a stack of cards. To me, it’s about cultivating genuine relationships built on trust, mutual support and shared understanding. To me, it’s a community of friends, mentors and partners who challenge me, inspire me, or sometimes just offer me a shoulder to cry on.🤗 To me, my network is in the connections I have nurtured and grown to truly enrich my professional and personal life, and make me a better person. With them I share not only wisdom, but opportunities that grow out of a spirit of generosity and commitment to each other’s success. 🌱📈 To me, the true wealth of my network lies in the depths of my bonds, and the authenticity of my interactions. It’s about taking the time to really listen and understand each others goals, struggles and aspirations. I’m not dismissing the importance of collecting business cards, but let them be the start of something amazing. 😀 Let’s try to build a community of relationships and opportunities- not just a collection of business cards. 🤩

At one time or another, we’ve all experienced that uncomfortable or awkward feeling when trying to talk to people at a networking event. And sometimes, you may feel so much pressure trying to meet everyone you possibly can, because you never know right. Rather than trying to meet everyone, take the time to meaningfully connect with fewer people. Make a strategic list of three to five individuals you’d like to connect with, but don’t just fixate on those you’re most eager to meet. Be open to meeting other interesting people because those connections could be useful.

Helping Hands 🤝 Build Lasting Bridges. Are You Reaching Out? ↳ Networking isn't a one-way street. Offer support, celebrate 🎉 wins, and build genuine connections. ↳ Remember, every interaction matters. Be the helping hand that leaves a lasting impression. ↳ Ask yourself: Am I building bridges, not walls?🧱 Repost 🔁 if this was helpful ↬ Follow for more Let's connect and create a network of mutual support. 💪🤝

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👉 Expand Your Horizons: 🌹 Your Network Is Your Net Worth ✨🌐 👉 In today’s fast-paced world, the connections we forge can become the bridges to new opportunities. Remember, your network is more than just a collection of contacts; it’s a vibrant community that can uplift, inspire, and propel you towards your goals. 🫶🚀 👉 Go to conferences, meet people, establish that relationship, build lasting rapport, and see how you gradually begin to master the game of sales. 🌹 Drop a comment below with your thoughts or tag someone whose network has been invaluable to you. 🔗💖

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The best way to build your network is to help as many people as possible and expect nothing in return.

An external perspective is often exactly what you need as you're frequently too close to things to see what someone else might see - and other experiences add tremendous value to your journey. It doesn't mean you're wrong. It simply means you're working smarter by ensuring you're including other perspectives and using all of that information to make better decisions and help yourself move forward. A day filled with calls has been rewarding as people seek that external perspective in support of their goals personally & professionally. Are you seeking the right input from others? You don't have to do all the work yourself. Leverage your network. It's what a network is for.