Types of networking & what are they used for:
There are several ways to classify networking. It is necessary for you to understand that the concept of networking is always the same, only the way in which it is done varies. Here are some categories that are commonly used when talking about networking:
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Networking Offline
This is associated with the traditional networking model. That is, attending events held in physical locations to interact with people with whom we can establish reciprocal collaboration links.
This type of networking not only includes events that are held with the specific objective of promoting networking, but any professional or training meeting such as workshops, conferences or lectures that, before, during or after the event, offer a space where attendees can interact with each other.
Business Networking
This type of networking is closely related to those presented in the two previous cases, since it takes place in a framework that is explicitly focused on professional interaction. It can take place in physical or virtual scenarios.
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Informal Networking
This is the type of networking that we carry out on a daily basis, sometimes without realizing it, in social interactions outside the workplace. The key to take advantage of it is to actively listen to your interlocutor, because you may be able to offer them your products or services without being invasive or inopportune, of course, or recommend them to another supplier you trust.
Strategic Networking
As its name indicates, it is the one with the most long-term vision. It responds to the most important objectives that a business or career plan ultimately has.
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Operational Networking
It is oriented to practical and immediate needs, aimed at achieving efficiency, objectives and results in a given aspect.
Personal Networking
It can be carried out in any field, but it is not usually linked to a comprehensive business strategy, but rather to contribute to personal and professional growth without a strictly defined goal.
According to what we have told you so far, and as a summary, we can conclude that some of the most outstanding benefits of networking are:
The possibility of accessing, through your network of contacts, people who would otherwise be very difficult to reach.
Strengthen professional relationships with colleagues.
Generate business opportunities either by establishing alliances or helping you to detect unmet needs to which you could provide an answer.
Enhance your reputation within the professional field in which you work.
Take advantage of one of the great possibilities offered by digital marketing. That is, explore the potential of social networks to generate connections of high specificity and quality.
Show and promote in a non-invasive way your products or services.
From a more general point of view, it forces you to be very clear about your professional or business objectives which is the first step to achieve them- and to know how to express them clearly.
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