Networking for the purpose of finding a job, or finding a founding team for a start up, or to find specialists to know for any purpose is a great idea.
But how do you start? First, think about what experience, skills and knowledge you offer and develop an elevator pitch. Then, go to networking events and meet people. Business newspapers and newspaper web sites will announce networking events, go to some. You can also attend seminars, workshops and meetings of organizations like small business associations, specialized business associations, associations for women or minorities. You can also try out local Rich Dad clubs, investment clubs, alumni groups, etc.
If you can give people you meet a 30 second presentation (elevator pitch), about your skills, knowledge, and objective, it will be easier to for others to connect you to people that you need to meet. It is good to have a business card too. You may not find good contacts at every event, but you should persistently try. Allow the people you meet to ask you questions about your skills and experience. Be prepared to answer questions.
If done right, networking can lead to referrals, job offers, positions on new ventures, and almost any sort of contact you require. You could also join a mastermind group or invite someone to your mastermind group.
I would also look around at online forums and web sites where people discuss small business, online business, or specialized business.
Online or offline, just meeting people in your field or in the field you want to get into can be a help to you. Be sure to be courteous and listen to your new acquaintance.
David K Drews is the web master of http://www.renegadeuniversity.net a site that will help you make a realistic plan to escape the rat race. David is an MBA candidate, investor, and published author. Watch for the 2nd edition of The Black Book of the Mastermind.
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