Thursday, January 14, 2010

Be A Legacy Networking Tip #3

Be Honest

When you talk about your business be honest about your products, services and the business opportunity.

Do not lead people with wild expectations. Let people know what they can expect if they join your company or become a client or vendor with you. There is a great saying that is "under promise and over deliver". This will always make you look like someone who cares when you give more than expected. At the same time do not little yourself down either.

Always be honest with people because you want them to grow in their business and it will support your growth as well. The best part of being honest is you never have to cover up or try to make better. It is just the truth!

If you fudge on the truth it causes people to lose trust in you and you find they are less productive with you. Networking and being authentic for some people is a huge risk. The risk is worth it as the reward is much greater. Some people may choose to not work with you because they do not want to be authentic with you. It is okay, the right people will come to you because they do appreciate your authenticity. If you are wishy washy with your authenticity and honesty you end up losing both groups of people and get exhausted from consistently searching for new people to network with.

You can be honest and show people the wonderful opportunities and create a greater value for long term business.

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