I often condone networking face-to-face opposed to online but networking online is very effective when included with in person interactions. Nowadays, business people meet online and merge into live meetings, which make the combination of the two Ideal. In addition, excelling and succeeding in a career is a non-stop grind to which all options should be considered.
The beauty of the computer/IT age, is that some automation is possible for a great many applications. We can never substitute or automate our in person meetings quite like we can manipulate technology. Until they perfect cloning, it's just impossible.
Therefore, we can continue to network online but only be present for only about 60% of the time. As long as you have clear objectives, so much as possible. Below, is a simple method to assist you in being in several places at once through outsourcing;
1. Decide your online social networking business goals.
As stated above, knowing your objectives and goals is a key factor as you get started. Online social networking is unique in many different ways but it is best utilized if you know where you want to go.
For example; it can be used to attract a particular profile of individuals. If you have a good idea of your target, then you already know what you would say if you were introducing yourself. Furthermore, you already have an idea of where you would like the conversation to lead.
2. Create several messages for different occasions.
Since you know how to introduce yourself, you only need to create a few introductory statements. Act as if you are only speaking to one person. Remember, the same message can be used several times for several different people.
If you are looking to get a certain response, you should know the type of introduction and questions you should ask in your messages. I suggest making several, so that you can find what gets the best results.
3. Test your messages through time.
Remember, you're setting yourself up for automation. So, you have to do some work up front. You should log onto your favorite business online social network or where ever your target exists and send 25 to 50 messages. Check which messages get the best responses and continue to use those.
4. Hire a professional to distribute your messages intermittently.
This is where the outsourcing comes in. Find a freelance website and hire a professional to send dozens if not thousands of your introductory messages to your target market.
Until it becomes too much to handle, you should answer your own initial first responders. Build relationships with your responders and in no time you will have credible online contacts.
5. Check your results and continue.
As time continues, you must keep track of your results. Are you ready to automate your networking?
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