The Wrong Way to Network

Entrepreneurship Archives - Dale Callahan · May 30, 2013

Does it pay to network? Many people tell me that networking does not work for them. When I talk to some of them, I see why.

If networking does not work for you, see if you make any of the following mistakes.

You cannot help but to talk about yourself. Every conversation becomes about you.

You top every story with a better story.

You talk about your health ailments – a big turnoff.

You use negative words. (you whine)

Someone has done you wrong and you feel the need to share it.

You squash every suggestion they have to help you. You always have no time, no money, no energy, etc.

If you…