EP #202: 5 Keys to Generous Networking with Bob DePasquale

May 16

Networking is not about getting business cards.

It’s about giving your time to people. You know people love to talk about their lives and work. I have 5 ways for you lean into the giving mindset while you network.

These things come from a thousand networking opportunities I’ve had but I know it’s different these days. Much is done online and through your social profiles. Most of the old “tricks of the trade” don’t apply anymore but giving is always a good idea.

Here’s how you do it well regardless of if it’s online or IRL.

Have a generous day.

What You'll Learn in Today's Episode:

My thoughts about networking and relationships
Why it’s important to be a giver when networking
About a workshop for networkers I attended
Why using people’s name is important
How to give more than a business card
Why attention is critical

Why I don’t like “speed dating”
Specific questions to ask people in a networking situation
How to be unique
How generous networking builds culture
How your employees can learn to be network generously

Quotes Worth Sharing:

“I’ve spend about 40 days of my life doing professional networking.’” - Bob DePasquale
“You can have your own resume just sitting there on the Internet.” - Bob DePasquale
“Networking has changed but has it really ‘changed’.” - Bob DePasquale
“Generosity is the basic foundation of human existence.” - Bob DePasquale
“I think we’ve lost the art of building those relationships.” - Bob DePasquale
“No one’s cold-calling 100 leads.” - Bob DePasquale
“Respect people’s time.” - Bob DePasquale
“Give people an opportunity to maximize their meaningful connections.” - Bob DePasquale
“What are the things you can offer them that might provide assistance?” - Bob DePasquale
“Just ask.” - Bob DePasquale
“The human mind likes unique stimulation.” - Bob DePasquale
“Don’t ask the same old common question.” - Bob DePasquale
“When you’re generous, people want to be a part of it.” - Bob DePasquale