UP! How to connect on new levels
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John and Rudolf explore the concept of networking up or connecting with others at a new level. They emphasizes the importance of networking with people above your current level to accelerate your progress and open up new opportunities. This requires a different mindset and approach, including being uncomfortable, having a plan, and being mindful of the right time and place for conversations.
They also highlight the value of building relationships with PAs and secretaries and the power of asking for connections to higher-level individuals. The conversation concludes with the reminder to consistently do your current job well while looking for ways to network UP!
Takeaways:
- Networking up is essential for personal and professional growth.
- To network up, be uncomfortable, have a plan, and choose the right time and place for conversations.
- Build relationships with people above your current level to gain insights and opportunities.
- Connect with PAs and secretaries as they have valuable knowledge and can open doors for you.
- Ask for connections to higher-level individuals to expand your network and explore new opportunities.
- Consistently perform well in your current job while networking up.
#networkingskills #connections #relationshiptips
Connect with John Watson:
Website: https://johnconnects.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-watson-ca/
Connect with Rudolf Rautenbach:
Website: https://createinfinity.co.za
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudolf-rautenbach/
They also highlight the value of building relationships with PAs and secretaries and the power of asking for connections to higher-level individuals. The conversation concludes with the reminder to consistently do your current job well while looking for ways to network UP!
Takeaways:
- Networking up is essential for personal and professional growth.
- To network up, be uncomfortable, have a plan, and choose the right time and place for conversations.
- Build relationships with people above your current level to gain insights and opportunities.
- Connect with PAs and secretaries as they have valuable knowledge and can open doors for you.
- Ask for connections to higher-level individuals to expand your network and explore new opportunities.
- Consistently perform well in your current job while networking up.
#networkingskills #connections #relationshiptips
Connect with John Watson:
Website: https://johnconnects.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-watson-ca/
Connect with Rudolf Rautenbach:
Website: https://createinfinity.co.za
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rudolf-rautenbach/
