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Why networking is a vital skill for business owners

Why networking is a vital skill for business owners

Why networking is a vital skill for business owners?

My guest in this podcast is Barbara Ann Fitzpatrick, Founder of Kindred Business Networking (based in the UK & Ireland) who discusses with me “Why networking is a vital skill for business owners“.

Barbara had a long career in the corporate world and a few years ago in troubled economic times in her 50s found herself redundant, but wanting to move on decided to re-invent herself.

Whilst working in the field of product promotion, she found that the old reliable of LinkedIn was not enough for her as she noticed a scarcity of groups that were really of interest to her and caused her to begin her own networking group initially in London.

When the pandemic arrived she was requested to keep things going online which she has successfully done, and she helps: sole traders and self-employed people network effectively with like-minded people who are passionate about their business and its growth

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Just some of the Topics covered in the Podcast:

 

Why its all about a relationship?

Common networking mistakes

Why authenticity is important?

How to network to get results.

Like everything in life, networking is a skill, and the more you learn and do it correctly, the better results for your business. How often have we had a chat and the right person can give us the answer or inspire an idea that makes a big difference in business?

    To learn more about Barbara and her business, take a moment and visit her website to learn more about what she has to offer you.

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    Contact Details – Barbara Ann Fitzpatrick

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    • Believing what you can achieve.
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    • Confidence builds confidence the more you do something the more confidence you will build around that skill.
    • Confidence is something that can always grow and develop with practice.
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    2. Do what you need to do to be in a positive mindset.
    3. You need to be in a positive mindset to be the best version of yourself to give value to your clients.
    4. Plan as things will work out.
    5. Focus your energy on being a success.
    6. Try to ignore people who distract , are negative who take your focus away from your goals

    AMANDA O ROURKE – CONTACT

    I specialise in helping businesses that provide services, professionals,  health, wellness, local,  and freelancers. Designing, Creating and Managing WordPress Sites. Presenting online workshops 1 to 1 training on zoom. Creating digital content.  The focus of my business is to help businesses to compete in the online space by creating customer-focused content. I really enjoy teaching and helping business owners and their staff understand what to do and how to promote their businesses in the online space.  I have a Podcast that aims to support businesses speaking to business owners and experts and also sharing digital content advice.

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    Over the last 30 years, she has taught vital business skills to help a business grow. She is a Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Personal Development and a Council Member of the Chartered Institute of Management Consultants. Carol was also was a Director of the Arts Council of Great Britain.

     

    Today Carol is an author, corporate trainer and thriving international networking marketing business.
    Why did Carol write the second edition of this book, because networking has changed during Covid19 including with online networking? The book is told in a story format that is easy to understand.
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    • Networking is usually inexpensive

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    • Be prepared, about what you are going to speak about.
    • Pick two to three things to speak about.
    • Be calm, breathe and take a pause if you need to think.
    • If you do not know something, tell someone, that you will get back to them about the question after you double-check.
    • Ask questions they get attention.
    • Questions can open conversations.
    • Listen do not just talk.
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    • Use your time wisely
    • Learn new skills
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    CAROL HARRIS - CONTACT DETAILS

    WEB:    carolharris.uk
    PHONE: 07789990358 (text only) (Home)
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