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Superconnector, stop networking and start building business relationships that matter, Scott Gerber & Ryan Paugh

eng

Includes bibliographical references (pages 235-237) and index

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Superconnector

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Scott Gerber & Ryan Paugh

stop networking and start building business relationships that matter

"STOP NETWORKING. Seriously, stop doing it. Now. It is time to ditch the old networking-for networking's-sake mentality in favor of a more powerful and effective approach to creating and enhancing connections. In Superconnector, Scott Gerber and Ryan Paugh reveal a new category of professionals born out of the social media era: highly valuable community-builders who make things happen through their keen understanding and utilization of social capital. Superconnectors understand the power of relationship-building, problem-solve by connecting the dots at high levels, and purposefully cause different worlds and communities to interact with the intention of creating mutual value. How can you become a Superconnector? Gerber and Paugh share instructive anecdotes from a who's who roster of high achievers, revealing how to systematically manage a professional community and maximize its value. Of utmost importance is practicing Habitual Generosity, acting on the knowledge that your greatest returns come when you least expect them, and that by putting others' needs first the good karma will flow back to you tenfold. Gerber and Paugh also explore winning strategies such as The Art of Selectivity, a well-honed ability to define which relationships matter most for you and decide how you will maintain them over time. Full of helpful advice on how to communicate with anyone about anything, Google-proof your reputation, and much more, Superconnector is a must-read for those seeking personal and business success."--Publisher's description

Foreword / by Keith Ferrazzi -- Preface. Superconnections -- Introduction. Why you should listen to anything we have to say -- The end of "networking" -- How to think like a superconnector, not a networker -- What type of connector are you? -- The art of selectivity -- The power of association -- Habitual generosity -- How to communicate with anyone, anytime, anywhere, about anything -- Good questions, bad questions, and everything in between -- The dos and don'ts of introductions -- The community of you -- How to find your own community -- Creating a remarkable experience -- Keeping it all together -- Staying on top of your network -- Google-proofing your reputation -- Are you a creator or a curator? -- Yes, you can be a superconnector and pay your bills (and then some) -- How to make a smart ask as a superconnector -- How to build consistent referrals -- Epilogue. Superconnections

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