CHAPTER 11

Build Your Village

Networking is more about farming than it is about hunting.

—Ivan Misner, American entrepreneur and author

Why Should You?

It takes a village to … no, not raise a child … to be successful! Success doesn’t come just because you are ready for it based on your solid track record, amazing resume, strong brand, and bright smile. You need an effective level of power and influence—as we just saw—plus a healthy and vibrant network inside and outside your organization (which also helps strengthen your position of power and your influence). David Steward, author of Doing Business by The Good Book, states: “A good reputation and a good network are among the most valuable assets a person can have. Why? Because it opens doors ...

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