You're a novice in the business networking world. How can you gain credibility with seasoned professionals?

Building credibility is a journey that starts with the foundational element of trust. As a newcomer in any professional field, it's essential to establish yourself as a dependable and honest individual. This means being punctual, delivering on your commitments, and setting realistic expectations about what you can achieve. It's also crucial to engage with your community, whether by attending industry events or participating in professional groups. Remember, authenticity is key; be true to who you are and transparent in your dealings. This approach not only fosters trust but also encourages others to invest in your growth, recognizing the value of your genuine efforts.

The article is spot on. You have to be your authentic self. People can sniff out inauthenticity and fake flattery very easily. Additionally, do as much preparation as possible. Be prepared with your authentic and simple value proposition but also the people that you know will be there and their companies. For example, if someone you want to meet has a publication, mention something you found interesting about what they wrote and tie to their company or some other interesting situation and you will have their immediate attention. Then ask an insightful question and let them talk and probe intelligently and look for common ground.

Integrity above all! 1Let your Presence show and bring Confidence to the Room. Your dress code should match the occasion. Less is More!!Don't puke on people! Be Yourself!!

Como host habitual del Networking de empresarios en People & Business, este es uno de los pilares que siempre recalco con los asistentes. GENERAR CONFIANZA. ¿Quién no esta cansado del vendehumo? ¿De aquel que habla de más, sin aportar nada? y que decir del contacto que solo te quiere vender. Lo cierto es que las redes empresariales se contruyen para trabajar en conjunto. Que bueno si te compran porque requieren de tu producto, pero se trata de trabajar mancomunadamente para el beneficio de todos. Una buena colaboración, un referido, un contacto que nos puede sumar, un proveedor, aliado estratégico. Son tantas las opciones y la clave está en validarse creando confianza a traves de APORTACIÓN DE VALOR e INTERÉS GENUINO de contribuir.

Trust takes a long time to build, but everyone needs to start somewhere. When you can get introduced to others via someone who already has that trust, then that's a force multiplier. You can always just walk up to whoever and start the relationship. But if you can strategically identify someone within your network to then introduce you, that usually works best.

Meet Emily, a recent college graduate in marketing. To build trust and credibility with seasoned professionals, she: - Attends industry events and asks thoughtful questions - Contributes to online communities and forums - Volunteers to help organize local networking events - Requests informational interviews and prepares thoroughly - Creates a professional online presence By taking these steps, Emily demonstrates her commitment to learning and growing, establishing a strong foundation for her career and building trust with experienced professionals.

"He who is not seen, is not remembered." The more you actively show up and bring value, the quicker your network, trust, and value will grow. Engaging with each individual fully present will show them that you value and respect the engagement.

Meet Ryan, a new entrepreneur in the tech industry. To gain credibility, Ryan: - Asks insightful questions during networking events and follows up with new connections - Participates in online discussions, sharing relevant articles and thought-provoking comments - Offers to help others with their projects or challenges, providing value and expertise - Attends webinars and workshops, engaging with speakers and attendees - Shares his own experiences and lessons learned through blogging or public speaking By actively engaging with others, Ryan demonstrates his enthusiasm, expertise, and willingness to learn, making a positive impression on seasoned professionals and establishing himself as a credible and valuable connection.

Adding value is hands-down the #1 key to a fulfilling life. Look for a need and create a solution for it. Help people find and support each other. Listen for hopes and fulfill them, even a little. Find a way. You'll make a difference that matters, meet influencers who also love to help, and have a ton of fun along the way. If you want to meet high-value people...become a high-value person yourself.

Agree! Let your expertise shine! Be confident. Express your thoughts in a strong, powerful voice and be sure to eliminate filler words such as um and uh!

This is important. The reality is that everyone at every stage of their career as something of value to offer. Just because your a Fresher doesn't mean you can't contribute in a meaningful way. If nothing else, you can offer up a perspective from your generation. What you really need to do is dig deep into your gifts and skillsets. No one is amazing at everything. Find your one thing, develop it and share it with the world and certainly while you're networking. Ask people you trust who know you to help you uncover things you are naturally good at.

Meet Maya, a junior consultant looking to establish herself in the industry. To gain credibility, Maya: - Offers free consultations or assessments to help others solve specific problems - Creates and shares informative content (e.g., blog posts, videos, podcasts) on topics relevant to her industry - Develops and shares valuable resources (e.g., templates, checklists, eBooks) that others can use - Introduces connections to each other, facilitating meaningful relationships and collaborations - Shares her own experiences and lessons learned, providing actionable insights and advice Maya demonstrates her expertise, builds trust, and establishes herself as a credible and reliable professional.

Mentorship is a great way to build the network as a novice. When others introduce you (and you later introduce others), they are vouching for you and putting their necks on the line.

Mentorship is huge but it doesn't have to start with person who is accessible. If you don't have a mentor, start looking at and searching for historically successful people, especially those in your areas of interest, and research them. Read their biographies. Read about their work and anything they've written. Take careful notes and MOST importantly take ACTION on the things you learn as soon as possible! In fact, stop reading and researching the moment you find something actionable and do it, then go back to your study. Concurrently, search up people who have mastered what you wish to master and connect with them. Tell them about your goals and dreams, as them how they did it and as if they would considering mentoring you.

Always respect who you are meeting with by being on time and dressing appropriately. The follow up thank you note is MANDATORY. Be grateful and be specific about how they made a difference for you. Trust me, it will make their day!

Ganar credibilidad en redes empresariales siendo novato requiere autenticidad y enfoque. Primero, practica la escucha activa; muestra interés genuino por las experiencias de otros. Sé transparente sobre tus limitaciones, ya que la honestidad atrae empatía. Busca mentores que puedan guiarte y abrir puertas en tu camino. Además, ofrece valor compartiendo tus conocimientos, aunque sean limitados; tu perspectiva fresca puede ser valiosa. Por último, mantente constante en tu participación. Recuerda, todos los expertos fueron principiantes alguna vez. ¡Sé tú mismo y construye tu camino! _________________ Pedro Figueroa ▶️Seguir +🔔