It's not always about who you can connect with. Often you can make a bigger impact by inviting someone that other can connect with others to your networking events. As you meet new people, try to find places for them to fit in and think of good connections for others in your networking circles. It may not have immediate impact for you, but in the long run… it's priceless!
Author: Brian Basilico
Brian Basilico is a nationally recognized author and speaker (and a self professed geek). He’s the founder and president of B2b Interactive Marketing Inc., an award winning marketing consulting and production company in Aurora, Illinois. B2b helps companies and non-profits market their products and services through the effective use of online tools including: websites, blogs, eMail, social networking, Google, S.E.O., YouTube, and more.