You’ve probably heard the saying, “70% of success is showing up.” You may have heard different statistics associated with it and/or you may have heard the quote attributed to different people. Regardless of who originated it, like a lot of sayings that have been passed down through the ages, there’s a lot of truth in it.
The majority of success in many things in life is indeed directly correlated with simply “showing up.” Simply taking actions that can move you toward your goal will help you get there. No great surprise. “Showing up” is certainly VERY important when it comes to being a successful networker, but the MOST importatant thing you do in networking may be following up.
Yes, it’s essential that you stay in the habit of regularly networking, especially when you may not feel like it. But even more essential is that you make sure that as you meet new contacts, you follow up with them so you can keep yourself top of mind when it comes to ways you may be able to help them. Or for ways you may be able to help those they know so they can eagerly refer you to them.
Show up, follow-up, repeat. Keep after it and you’ll be happy with the results you see.
Some days there won’t be a song in your heart. Sing anyway.” – Emory Austin
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