As I’ve placed a freeze on Buju Select for the moment in order to build the next wing, I’ve come to realize the importance of socializing on multiple levels.
I’m developing “The Exchange” as a meeting place for businesses and individuals to network and connect on a variety of levels. Take a look. Signup is free and access is 24/7/365! I’m hoping to add a feature which will allow connecting to other social sites too. This will allow members to post from The Exchange without having to visit all of their other sites to do the same! One stop shopping…one stop POSTING!
While many of us are fearful of public speaking and even more of us are in the dark about network marketing, we utilize both of these tools daily and never think twice about it. Have you told any friends about a good movie or a new restaurant lately? Have you replied to a positive comment about something that you were wearing by telling that person where they could find it and at what price? Have you shared an Oreo with someone who said they never tried them before?
We’ve all done these things or something similar to them at some point in our recent memory. Actions such as these are the cornerstone to network marketing, which is now being referred to as “Relational Marketing”. We are relating to one another.
The simplest example would involve a two-link connection, family member to family member. As this exchange offers the least amount of possible conflict and/or rejection. In some cases, the challenge is in familiarity (which really does breeds contempt!). Some family members simply won’t or don’t take you seriously! Jesus had to leave Nazareth before people began to see Him for who He truly was! So, you’re in great company!!!
A more complex exchange would be between recently introduced individuals such as in an elevator. The now famous “Elevator Speech” has to be initiated effectively and without sounding like a sales-pitch. The focus here should be to recognize that time is at a premium and insure the exchange of contact information via business card or something along those lines. This will allow a reconnect at a less time sensitive point. That being said, a polished business card is your best insurance policy for the follow-up. A good card can be your “Silent Salesman”, leaving a positive impression.
Hopefully you’ll join me as I make this vision a reality!
Ciao for now, MP & Buju
