Be a valuable connection from the moment you invite someone into your LinkedIn network. When you send the invitation, include a personalized offer of help, such as an introduction to a customer or a useful link to a relevant article.
Reach out to someone who has been laid off. Be a resource and a connector. That way, if it’s ever your turn to dip into the well, it’s more likely to be full.
Create a cheat sheet for emergencies and leave it on your desk. That way, when your personal life calls (sick children, aging parents, etc.) neither you nor your boss will feel as stressed out. And if your manager needs to, say, book a meeting room as you’re flying out the door, she’ll know how to […]
Draw listeners in with your eyes. Think about how crummy you feel when someone you’re speaking with is busy scanning the room. Always make your conversation partner feel like he’s the only one in the room, by maintaining eye contact 70% to 80% of the time. You’ll exude trustworthiness and confidence.
Do your homework on the people you’re about to meet. The more knowledge you have ahead of time, the easier it will be to connect with them.
Get your readers’ attention in e-mails by using their names. People love to hear or read their names. So, use it early and often in your message.
Talk regularly with your boss about your work passions and how you’d like to spend your time. Example: “Here’s what I’d like to be. What sort of experience should I have? How can I prepare myself?”
Identify good team players by looking for experience in sports, clubs and Scouts. Reason: Those activities attract people who are most likely to be courteous, optimistic and enthusiastic.
When you give your boss her travel schedule, include flights before and after the ones you booked. If she finishes early or has to stay later, she’ll have the options handy.
If someone offers unsolicited advice, reply with, “Thank you, I’ll take that into consideration.” And do. Don’t feel obligated to give a snap response that may de defensive.
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