Communication Newsletter

Communication Newsletter

Networking irks ... Getting on my soap box

Brief #9

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Chad Eaves
May 14, 2024
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Meeting and getting to know people is something we generally want to do on a social basis (to some degree or another). When it comes to our professional lives, meeting people is essential. It seems (to me) we want this to be simple and easy. Apparently, not everyone agrees. Not only do some people introduce unnecessary friction into the process, they even appear to want to profit in some manner.

Maybe it's just me, but here are three things to be avoided when you want to meet someone in a business context. The first two involve using calendar scheduling tools. The third some people find more controversial. You be the judge.

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