Successful Networking

Preface

The ability to network successfully is advantageous for anyone, young or old, experienced or fresh to the workplace. Everyone can network but it is amazing how many people either lack confidence or approach the task without much enthusiasm. Shyness and apathy are the two main barriers to success where ‘people skills’ are concerned. This book is designed to remove the fear factor and encourage you to make the effort to network for success. There are so many ways to do it, and it isn’t difficult – you simply need to choose the method most suitable to your needs. The benefits are many: improving the chances of keeping your job, getting a new and better one, career progression, learning how to get along with others, improving personal effectiveness ...