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The Reluctant Networker Neil Munz-Jones

The Reluctant Networker By Neil Munz-Jones

The Reluctant Networker by Neil Munz-Jones


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The Reluctant Networker Summary

The Reluctant Networker: Giving You the Tools and Confidence to Give Networking a Go by Neil Munz-Jones

Many working professionals are 'Reluctant Networkers'. They do not like the thought of 'cold calling' friends of friends, joining networking clubs or going to networking events where they have to 'work' a room full of strangers. Written by a 'Reluctant Networker', this guide supports you in developing your networking skills in 'bite-size chunks' rather than having to do a complete makeover. By reading this book, learn: To view networking in a different, more positive light How networking can help your career goals The fundamental principles of good networking Numerous practical tips on how to network effectively How to get started, based on your own circumstances

The Reluctant Networker Reviews

Think that networking could help your career but put off by the thought of doing it? The Reluctant Networker shows you ways that you'll find easier than you might think... Mike Cutt, Non-Executive Director, Coach and former HR Director of Thomas Cook, Boots and B&Q In today's world networking is essential not just to find your next role but to ensure you make a success of your current role. By taking the perspective of 'The Reluctant Networker' the book is essential reading for the many people who have realised the importance of networking but find that it does not come naturally to them. Ian Cheshire, Group Chief Executive, Kingfisher plc (owner of B&Q) Most of my outplacement candidates find the idea of networking deeply depressing but this book makes it seem almost infectiously exciting! I think they will find it enjoyable and hugely helpful. Jonathan Mardall, Jonathan Mardall Consulting (Outplacement Services)

About Neil Munz-Jones

Neil is a Director of MDJ^2 Consulting, a company he founded in 2005 to specialise in Strategy, Category Management, Organisation Design and M&A for the Retail sector. Despite being a Reluctant Networker he wins all his business via networking. Prior to that he spent several years in Director roles in the international DIY/Home Improvement sector at Kingfisher/B&Q and one of its suppliers, Caradon. Neil has a BA (Hons) from Oxford University and an MBA from INSEAD. In 2008 Neil published a case study You Can Do It If You B&Q It in conjunction with Professor Nitin Sanghavi at Manchester Business School (MBS) and he teaches at MBS using the case study. Neil is married and has three sons.

Table of Contents

Contents Introduction ... 8 Chapter 1: Four good Reasons why you should network ... 22 1 Networking is a key way to get many of the best jobs... 26 2 Networking is a great sales tool ... 30 3 Networking can help make a success of your current role or project ... 32 4 Networking can help increase your long-term career options... 34 Chapter 2: Principles of good networking... 38 1 Change your mindset - we network all the time... 41 2 Develop a style that works for you... 43 3 Effective networkers build long-term relationships based on trust ... 45 4 Know your strengths and play to them; do what you enjoy and are good at... 47 5 Tap into your network's networks ... 49 6 It is a two-way thing; give as well as take... 51 7 Keep high standards... 53 8 Do it while you do not 'need' anything... 55 Chapter 3: Practical Tips for The Reluctant Networker... 58 1 Have a database... 61 2 Join a limited number of the networking websites and networking groups... 62 3 Focus on what you want and who you network with... 65 4 Communicate using all media ... 72 5 If you 'want' something from your networking be prepared and make it easy for people to help you... 81 6 It is never too late to get back in touch ... 83 7 Find a reason to keep in touch, call or go and see people... 87 8 If you are going to go to networking events, make the most of them ... 88 9 You'll need to network with both men and women... 92 10 Learn from other networking styles... 98 11 Expect lots of no's, delays, cancellations, 'fruitless' meetings - it's not personal - polite persistence works... 99 Chapter 4: How to get started... 106 1 Out of a job and looking for a new role... 111 2 Networking when your job requires it...113 3 Starting to network when you are in a job... 115 Chapter 5: Why should I help? Because I can - most people are keen to help... 122

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GOR005918430
9780956755391
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The Reluctant Networker: Giving You the Tools and Confidence to Give Networking a Go by Neil Munz-Jones
Used - Very Good
Paperback
Right Book Press
20120509
128
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