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Ian and Tracey, Networking Nuggets - 5. The common pitfalls of business networking!

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Welcome to our brand-new mini-series, "Networking Nuggets," consisisting of six episodes where we explore the art and science of building powerful professional relationships through business networking.
In this episode of In Business Talks 2: Networking Nuggets, we delve into some of the common pitfalls that can trip you up in networking.
From awkward conversations to missed opportunities, we’ve got tips to help you stay on track and make the most of every interaction.
There are common mistakes we all need to avoid to make the most out of our networking efforts

Key Takeaways

  • Fear of Networking
  • Handling Rejection
  • Avoiding the Sales Pitch Mentality
  • The Importance of Giving Before Receiving
  • Prioritising Quality Over Quantity
  • Building a Personal Brand

By being aware of some of the common pitfalls, you can unlock the full potential of your professional network and achieve long-lasting success.
We've also been joined this week by our special guest Chris Mitchell of Chris Mitchell Coaching.
Chris Mitchell Coaching
offers one-on-one business and leadership coaching services to help individuals and businesses thrive.
Chris's approach emphasises collaborative problem-solving, focusing on the client's expertise while providing support and guidance.
He offers various packages, including quarterly strategy workshops and ongoing 1:1 coaching, catering to diverse needs from business owners to ambitious professionals.
His coaching philosophy centers around partnership, creative questioning, and leveraging collective thinking to achieve growth.

In this episode Chris shares his thoughts on his networking experiances If you'd like to contact Chris to find out more about how he might help you or your business, his details are below. I'm sure he'd love to connect.
Linkedin:
https://linkedin.com/in/chris-mitchell-coaching
Website:
https://www.chrismitchell-coaching.co.uk/

If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business, check out our website Home | We Are In Business
Follow us on Instagram HERE
If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.
We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''
'

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits.

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Welcome to our brand-new mini-series, "Networking Nuggets," consisisting of six episodes where we explore the art and science of building powerful professional relationships through business networking.
In this episode of In Business Talks 2: Networking Nuggets, we delve into some of the common pitfalls that can trip you up in networking.
From awkward conversations to missed opportunities, we’ve got tips to help you stay on track and make the most of every interaction.
There are common mistakes we all need to avoid to make the most out of our networking efforts

Key Takeaways

  • Fear of Networking
  • Handling Rejection
  • Avoiding the Sales Pitch Mentality
  • The Importance of Giving Before Receiving
  • Prioritising Quality Over Quantity
  • Building a Personal Brand

By being aware of some of the common pitfalls, you can unlock the full potential of your professional network and achieve long-lasting success.
We've also been joined this week by our special guest Chris Mitchell of Chris Mitchell Coaching.
Chris Mitchell Coaching
offers one-on-one business and leadership coaching services to help individuals and businesses thrive.
Chris's approach emphasises collaborative problem-solving, focusing on the client's expertise while providing support and guidance.
He offers various packages, including quarterly strategy workshops and ongoing 1:1 coaching, catering to diverse needs from business owners to ambitious professionals.
His coaching philosophy centers around partnership, creative questioning, and leveraging collective thinking to achieve growth.

In this episode Chris shares his thoughts on his networking experiances If you'd like to contact Chris to find out more about how he might help you or your business, his details are below. I'm sure he'd love to connect.
Linkedin:
https://linkedin.com/in/chris-mitchell-coaching
Website:
https://www.chrismitchell-coaching.co.uk/

If you've enjoyed this podcast please share with your friends and if you'd like to know more about In Business, check out our website Home | We Are In Business
Follow us on Instagram HERE
If you'd like to attend one of our regular networking events, just click on the link to book your place, we'd love to see you.
We also have two books available to buy now on Amazon:-
''How to improve your business networking skills - 52 Tips''
''goal getters squad, 90 Days to your success''
'

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on this podcast are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the podcast host, producer, or any affiliated parties. The podcast host and producer are not responsible for any claims, actions, or damages arising from the guest's participation in the podcast, including but not limited to any royalties, compensation, or financial benefits.

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