At a chamber of commerce meeting today on social media, JR Atkins, a Dallas-area consultant reminded me of three key things to remember in networking, relationships and social networking:
- Be interesting.
- Provide content (or interesting conversation)
- Give to get (give value you gain trust)
If you are using social media tools (Twitter, Facebook, et al) to reach out to your constituents, partners, clients, prospects or whomever, consider these three guides.
Being interesting is always important because people respond to those who can keep their attention.
Providing good content or conversation is essential as that makes you an expert and actually leads back to #1 on this list.
Give to get is easy–’tis better to give than receive. In the end you do realize a gain from your kindness. Courtesy reigns in this world and always will.
Relentless
1/22/2010 at 6:29 pm
Shane Adamson writes:
I am interested in attending one of your networking seminars. I attended my first NDCC VIP coffee this morning. I want to check out a few activities before committing.