PAPERmaking! FROM THE PUBLISHERS OF PAPER TECHNOLOGY Volume 5, Number 1, 2019
8 Networking Skills that Every Professional Needs to Have Gregory Ciotti When it comes to most advice on networking, many business publications place too much emphasis on “what’s easy” rather than “what works”. This has only been amplified by the recent dominant presence of social media. With useless “tips” like: ‘Set up a LinkedIn profile!’ ‘Get active on Twitter!’ ‘And… um, email people I guess!’ …it’s no wonder people get frustrated when they look for information on how to properly network with others. Networking also has a somewhat ‘sleazy’ association to it: people picture the grease -ball haircut on the really loud guy with 800 business cards who’s all talk and no actio n. The thing is, good networking does not have to be this way, not at all. So set aside your bias against networking, and step into ‘natural networking’ for building real relationships with people who can help you get where you want to be. https://www.bidsketch.com
1.) Make Networking a Regular Activity This is my solution to one of the most common questions about networking: how do I get started? If you’re worried about jumping in to networking or how you can keep it as a habit, just follow this one simple strategy — every other day (or every day, or twice a week, etc.), reach out to on e person who’s work you find interesting. That’s it! The Paper Industry Technical Association (PITA) is an independent organisation which operates for the general benefit of its members – both individual and corporate – dedicated to promoting and improving the technical and scientific knowledge of those working in the UK pulp and paper industry. Formed in 1960, it serves the Industry, both manufacturers and suppliers, by providing a forum for members to meet and network; it organises visits, conferences and training seminars that cover all aspects of papermaking science. It also publishes the prestigious journal Paper Technology International and the PITA Annual Review , both sent free to members, and a range of other technical publications which include conference proceedings and the acclaimed Essential Guide to Aqueous Coating .
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