Management Tip of the Day: Energize Your Network

Are you having trouble viewing this email? If so, click here to see it in a web browser. HOME   |   TIPS   |   BLOGS   |   THE MAGAZINE   |   BOOKS   |   STORE RSS   |   Mobile NOVEMBER 21, 2012 Energize Your Network It's not enough to build a network, you also need to maintain it. This means preserving your connections with enthusiasm so the best ideas, resources, and talent come your way. Here are three tips for doing that: Bring yourself fully to every interaction. Turn off your phone. Signal interest by sitting forward and asking questions. People notice if you're present, and they'll respond to your ideas and engagement with their own. Do what you say you will. People will invest more in their relationships with you if you follow through. If you promised to send an article or make an introduction, do it. Seek input. When you've got something exciting cooking, let your friends and colleagues in on it. They'll be more forthcoming with their own ideas and resources if you draw them into stimulating conversations and projects. Today's Management Tip was adapted from the HBR Guide to Networking. Buy the book for the tools and confidence you need to get your ideas off the ground » Share Today's Tip: FEATURED PRODUCT HBR Guide to Networking HBR Press HATE THE IDEA OF SCHMOOZING AND GLAD-HANDING TO SUCCEED? Most of us feel that way. But you don't have to be slick and indiscriminate to create and sustain a strong network. In fact, you're much better off being yourself and connecting selectively—that's how you'll build relationships with real value. The "HBR Guide to Networking" will give you the tools and confidence you need to get your ideas off the ground, draw on others' expertise, scope out business opportunities, and land coveted roles. ADVERTISEMENT Follow the Tip: PREVIOUS TIPS New Job? Only Make the Sacrifices You Want To Keep Your Team Small A Better Way to Brainstorm in Groups Maintain Control When Conducting a Job Interview Make Your To-Do List Work If You Both Work, Stay Happy Help Your Multitasking Colleague Break the Habit Manage a Challenging (and Valuable) Employee When Working Hard, Make Time for Rest Prepare to Answer Customers' Toughest Questions All Previous Tips BEST SELLERS HBR's 10 Must Reads: The Essentials HBR's 10 Must Reads Library Set Guide to Persuasive Presentations Guide to Better Business Writing Guide to Getting the Right Work Done Introducing Mobile ManageMentor Powered by the proven content of Harvard ManageMentor™ iTunes >> Android >> UNSUBSCRIBE   |   UPDATE YOUR PROFILE   |   MORE EMAIL NEWSLETTERS   |   PRIVACY POLICY Was this email forwarded to you? If so, sign up to start receiving your own copy. ABOUT THIS MAILING LIST You have received this message because you subscribed to the "Management Tip of the Day" email newsletter from Harvard Business Review. If at any point you wish to remove yourself from this list, change your email address, or sign up for other email newsletters and alerts, please visit the Harvard Business Review Email Newsletter Preference Center. OPT OUT If you do not wish to receive any email messages from Harvard Business Review, click here. ADVERTISE WITH HBR This enewsletter is read by thousands of decision makers every day. Learn more about connecting your brand with this audience. Copyright © 2012 Harvard Business School Publishing, an affiliate of Harvard Business School. All rights reserved. Harvard Business Publishing | 60 Harvard Way | Boston, MA 02163 Customer Service: 800-545-7685 (+1-617-783-7600 outside the U.S. and Canada)