Networking ROI
Networking ROI
We also looked at who we are spending our time with. We explored our values and principles of living and conducting our business. The question was asked, do you find yourself associating with people who share these values and principles? Are they likely to inspire you to grow or encourage you to stretch in your daily business? In addition what type of clients are you seeking to do business with? Do they align with your principles and values? Do the people you network with hold these same standards? Are they likely to bring you the type of referrals or new clients that you desire to do business with?
These questions and more will help you to discover what your POTENTIAL ROI might be over the course of a year.
So ask yourself these questions. . .
Do I spend my time in events that help me grow and encourage me along my path to success?
Am I truly gaining a positive ROI in personal development, new business and quality of life?
Is my business showing a steady pattern of growth as a result of my investment in these groups and organizations?
In some cases it might be time for you to trade up! Consider aligning yourself with
People who are extremely growth driven
People who are goal-directed
People who are huge-thinkers
People who are ultra-positive
People who have your respect
People who have your trust
People who have a proven track record
What is your time worth and how are you spending it? Invest wisely and produce a great return in your personal life, business and community today
Networking ROI - To learn more about this author, visit Kathleen R. Smart's Website.
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Recently while conducting a workshop regarding the development of business through networking activities. We looked hard at hours, cost and energy spent on our networking activities. This included associations, groups and all open and closed networking groups. We determined what our time is worth on an hourly basis including gas, expenses, taxes and insurance. Many were amazed as they calculated their hourly worth and multiplied it by the number of hours spent per month in networking activities. We posed this question, what is your ROI? –return on investment. Many discovered that they were spending more time, energy and money in activities that were NOT bringing a desired result in their personal growth, or in their bank accounts!
We also looked at who we are spending our time with. We explored our values and principles of living and conducting our business. The question was asked, do you find yourself associating with people who share these values and principles? Are they likely to inspire you to grow or encourage you to stretch in your daily business? In addition what type of clients are you seeking to do business with? Do they align with your principles and values? Do the people you network with hold these same standards? Are they likely to bring you the type of referrals or new clients that you desire to do business with?
These questions and more will help you to discover what your POTENTIAL ROI might be over the course of a year.
So ask yourself these questions. . .
Do I spend my time in events that help me grow and encourage me along my path to success?
Am I truly gaining a positive ROI in personal development, new business and quality of life?
Is my business showing a steady pattern of growth as a result of my investment in these groups and organizations?
In some cases it might be time for you to trade up! Consider aligning yourself with
People who are extremely growth driven
People who are goal-directed
People who are huge-thinkers
People who are ultra-positive
People who have your respect
People who have your trust
People who have a proven track record
What is your time worth and how are you spending it? Invest wisely and produce a great return in your personal life, business and community today
Networking ROI - To learn more about this author, visit Kathleen R. Smart's Website.
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Anne BarrAnne Barr has over 26 years experience in sales and marketing, six years as a franchisee. She has assisted over 367 business owners and purchasers to achieve their goals in career change, transition and exit strategy. She holds the designation of Certified Franchise Executive from the International Franchise Association, Certified Business Intermediary from the International Business Brokers Association and Board Certified Broker from the Texas Association of Business Brokers. Anne is active in professional organizations, networking groups and volunteers for non-profit entities. As owner/operator of four successful businesses, Anne has proven people skills and enjoys helping clients find the right "fit" in business ownership. Visit www.FranchiseOpportunitySpecialist.com for more information about me and my company. - Visit Anne Barr's Website |
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