Networking Quotes

“Everything you want in life is a relationship away.”
― Idowu Koyenikan, Wealth for All: Living a Life of Success at the Edge of Your Ability

“It occurs to me that our survival may depend upon our talking to one another.”
― Dan Simmons, Hyperion

“It’s the people we hardly know, and not our closest friends, who will improve our lives most dramatically”
― Meg Jay, The Defining Decade: Why Your Twenties Matter - And How to Make the Most of Them Now

“Becoming well known (at least among your prospects & connections) is the most valuable element in the connection process.”
― Jeffrey Gitomer

“5 Ways To Build Your Brand on Social Media:

1 Post content that add value
2 Spread positivity
3 Create steady stream of info
4 Make an impact
5 Be yourself”
― Germany Kent

“Networking is not about just connecting people. It’s about connecting people with people, people with ideas, and people with opportunities.”
― Michele Jennae

“Networking isn't how many people you know, it's how many people know you.”
― Amit Kalantri, Wealth of Words

“It is through the strength of what is genuine that meaningful connections build into relationships.”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, 11 Laws of Likability

“The choice isn't between success and failure; it's between choosing risk and striving for greatness, or risking nothing and being certain of mediocrity.”
― Keith farrazzi

“Don’t burn bridges, you never know when you might need them.”
― Omar Al Busaidy, Just Read It

“Networking is not a part-time or occasional exercise. Everywhere we go, we haven an opportunity to network with others.”
― Timothy M. Houston, No-Nonsense Networking: The Straightforward Guide to Making Productive, Profitable and Prosperous Contacts and Connections

“It is far easier to make a good first impression than to change a bad one.”
― Michelle Tillis Lederman, The 11 Laws of Likability: Relationship Networking . . . Because People Do Business with People They Like

“Don’t wait until you desperately need a social network to begin developing one.”
― Frank Sonnenberg, BookSmart: Hundreds of real-world lessons for success and happiness

“Having someone's contact doesn't guarantee you a relationship with the person.”
― Bernard Kelvin Clive

“Mingle

• Be the connector—introduce people to each other who may not otherwise connect.
• Be a conversation fire starter; point out what people have in common as you are introducing them.
• Seek out the folks who may appear to be shy, or awkward, or wallflowers. Find ways to build trust and comfort. Engage them with a kind word to pull them out of their shell.
• Arrive early and stay late; connect with people before and after your event.
• Stretch beyond your comfort zone to speak with, sit with, and start conversations with people whom you do not know.
• Offer to refill someone’s drink or clear their plate.
• Encourage introductions: “There is someone whom I would love for you to meet . . .”
― Susan C. Young, The Art of Action: 8 Ways to Initiate & Activate Forward Momentum for Positive Impact

“Being 100 percent in the moment and focusing on the person you’re with is one of the finest compliments you can offer. One of the most respectful and considerate things you can do for another is to truly be with them in the here and now.”
― Susan C. Young, The Art of Action: 8 Ways to Initiate & Activate Forward Momentum for Positive Impact

“Just be Nice. Nice—this little word has a big meaning. Use it generously. Being nice helps people feel emotionally safe, allowing for more authentic, trusting, and happy interactions.”
― Susan C. Young, The Art of Action: 8 Ways to Initiate & Activate Forward Momentum for Positive Impact

“Be Brave. Bravery takes fortitude—put yourself on the line, even if you risk failing, falling, being embarrassed, or looking stupid—if being brave were easy, more people would be. Just try it!”
― Susan C. Young, The Art of Action: 8 Ways to Initiate & Activate Forward Momentum for Positive Impact

“Take the Initiative. Be proactive. If you want to rock your relationship results, it is going to take action, effort, initiative, and choosing to get in the game—so, step up, step out, and show up!”
― Susan C. Young, The Art of Action: 8 Ways to Initiate & Activate Forward Momentum for Positive Impact

“Three Phase Power Cabling:
1. The power that comes into a data center is referred to 3 phase.
2. Ground, Neutral, live/phase 1-3”
― Ashlan Chidester, Discover a Data Center: Embark on a Tech Odyssey: Decoding the Digital Powerhouses in 'Unveiling the Data Center' by Ashlan Chidester

“Who You Know determines Where You Can Go”
― Amos Lau, asian marketer

“Building a silent personal brand is about knowing your expertise, networking strategically, delivering quality work, and letting your value speak for itself.”
― Bernard Kelvin Clive

“When pursuing a meaningful relationship, shop local.”
― S. Christopher Hunley

“I love conversationalists. There is truly an art to it.”
― Robin S. Baker

“If you wish to make a significant impression on the people you meet, then listen more than you speak when in conversation.”
― Robin S. Baker

“Relationships are the key to achieving our goals and living a fulfilling life—both professionally and personally. Yet no one formally teaches us how to build them. When you master the power of relationships, countless doors begin to open.”
― Lirone Glikman

“Public relations boosts the value of your trade show presence by attracting new customers, driving booth traffic, and securing coverage in trade publications. It also opens doors to journalists and bloggers you might not have reached otherwise. Best yet, many of the opportunities cost nothing.”
― Lisa Masiello, Trade Show 411: The Essential Guide to Exhibiting Like a Pro

“Build Authentic Bonds. Prioritize relationship building, not networking. It's about whom you can call to show up when there's something important going on. Shared values and genuine friendships create stronger alliances and a more fulfilling life, and in our increasingly lonely society, the act of friendship could arguably be considered political. We promise, it's worth tolerating the group chat notifications. Relationships are also a key to effective lobbying, as our entire civic infrastructure (government, courts, etc.) is made up of people. If you care about speed bumps in your town, get to know the mayor's staffer who covers road issues. Building and leveraging connections is one of the most underrated tools we have.”
― Sami Sage, Democracy in Retrograde: How to Make Changes Big and Small in Our Country and in Our Lives

“Networking is pretending to care about strangers for personal gain. Networking is the startup sport where charm, business cards, and carefully timed coffee meetings replace actual progress. Networking is a survival skill disguised as small talk.”
― Renata Škarpa, Chaos.: Where dreams, disasters, and money collide.

“I'll come,' Celeste cuts in. There's something very tantalizing about the chance to see for herself the man who dared to replace her in Gemma's life. The work aspect is another huge perk, which Gemma had mentioned in her account. 'It'll be good for the project if we went together, right? Why don't we kill two birds with one stone? Piss off your ex-fiancé and secure our chances of a cover story. I want this cover, Gem. It'll be my very first one.'
Gemma groans. 'Your Gemini and Capricorn placements are showing.'
Celeste is taken aback by the random segue. When her brain catches up, she asks, 'You remember my signs?'
Gemma sighs dramatically. 'Gemini Sun, Capricorn Moon, and Scorpio Rising. But also, Gemini Venus and Virgo Mars. Basically, a hot workaholic who loves drama but hates emotions.'
A surprised laugh escapes from Celeste's mouth. 'Gem,' she says. ‘And what are you...a Pisces?'
Astrology is a common gay pastime, and many of Celeste's queer friends- especially the ones who live in LA- are deeply involved in it, sometimes even using things like astrocartography to determine where to travel or relocate. Meanwhile, she herself
always has trouble remembering the different signs and who is what.
'Yup,' Gemma says with another loud sigh. 'Pisces Sun, Taurus Moon, and Cancer Rising. With a Leo Mars and Aquarius Venus at that. Basically, a stubborn ball of water that loves people a bit too much.'
'I don't know that much about astrology, but I know enough to know that I love your Big Three. I have friends with some of the exact same placements. So adorable.'
'Even if it makes me a stubborn ball of emotions?'
'A cute ball of emotions.' The moment she says it, Celeste bites her lip. Somehow, they've gotten dangerously close to flirting.
Gemma clears her throat. 'Anyway, I have to go. I'll text you the information about the party. Thanks for agreeing to do this last minute. And for listening to me vent.'
'Great,' Celeste says. She does her best to switch gears so her tone is once again clipped and professional. 'And you're welcome. See you.'
She hangs up, hoping she didn't make a huge mistake.”
― Lyla Lee, Love in Focus