The best thing
you can do to make people want to help you is to help them. Find
ways to assist people. Do them favors. Think about who you could
introduce them to that might be of help. When you meet someone,
make a note of their goals. Then keep your eyes open for opportunities
for them. If you can make a difference, you won't have to point
out that they owe you one. They'll remember. The idea isn't to
accumulate favors, but to become a kind person that is known for
taking action to help people. It feels good to hook someone up.
Invariably
people who assist others find other people start working for them.
I have helped other speakers get work, only to have them call
me a month later with an opportunity for me. Before we know it,
it becomes a contest to see who can be most helpful to the other
person. If you have to compete with someone, that's the way to
do it. Get in the habit of working for others and they'll start
working for you.
You may also
want to read the articles: Networking:
Your Connection to Success, Networking:
How to Connect With Influential People, Building
Rapport: Don't Look In the Mirror -- Be the Mirror! or
check out the Jump
Start Leadership Workbooks.
Scott Greenberg, Speaker, Author, Leadership Consultant
Providing motivation, team building and leadership training for
groups and individuals looking for optimum performance.
For
more information on programs or leadership workbooks,
call 1-800-450-0432 or visit www.scottgreenberg.com
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