Business practices can make or break your success in networking and professional growth. Here are 11 knockout business practices you can put into action NOW!
Why? Funny you ask! To be more impactful with your business networking, improve your street cred, generate more introductions and referrals, and make an overall “knock-out” impression!
24-HOUR RULE
Return all emails, texts, and voicemail messages within 24 hours. (I know, I know, I can be better at this.) When possible, please get all promised info, intros, and answers back in 24 hours. Off your plate and never late!
THE EARLY BIRD
Register for events early. Arrive early! Pay early. Help early. Get the worm.
BE RELIABLE AND IN COMMUNICATION
How much business do you refer to those who are unreliable? Never “no-show” at meetings—simply communicate. How would you treat a client meeting?
TAKE NOTES
Lots of them! Notetakers are fine, but not all meetings allow them. Those who take notes get things done and stay better engaged. (Write that down!)
YOU COULD USE A BREAK TODAY
Schedule 15-minute breaks between meetings, when possible, to take action on your notes from the last meeting.
OWN YOUR CALENDAR
Block commitments for the month so you can offer prospects and clients other scheduling options. If you bump scheduled meetings for “client” or “prospect” meetings, in most cases, others own your calendar.
JUST SAY NO
If an opportunity doesn’t light you up (business, service, fun), don’t do it or don’t do it now.
STAY IN CLOSE TOUCH WITH REFERRAL SOURCES
Thank them again and provide updates. Did it work out? Why or why not? How can you help them?
PARTICIPATE
Be active! Ask questions, make comments, and pay compliments when appropriate. Exude passion and energy! People notice.
BE LESS ADDICTED TO YOUR PHONE
Be more present to the world around you. Appreciate what’s happening in real time, smile at people, make eye contact, and keep an eye out for oncoming traffic.
BE MY GUEST
To quote Disney, “Be our guest, be our guest, put our service to the test!” Get into the habit of inviting guests to attend events with you. Share the fun and always consider who else can benefit from the opportunity. Who will be your next plus one?
WHAT IS YOUR BEST BUSINESS PRACTICE? 🥊
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