Power of Networking

I do realized how important it is networking for career success.

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Things can be done smoothly when your networking is strong. I have to admit that I am lacking of this skill. I am not born as a net-worker and to be honest I have no idea how to grow my network, but I just can't ignore it as it is essential for my work.

A quote that I found online and I somehow think it is very true and useful.

NETWORKING is the single most powerful marketing tactic to accelerate and sustain success for any individual or organization! – Adam Small

People need people.
I would say one of the biggest mistake I have made was ignoring the power of networking! Now that I am in marketing, I need more contacts, my job requires me to deal with all kinds of people, from management level to operation level, top to bottom. Networking with the 'right' people helps me to get my job done easily. I am slowly growing my network and adapting to this culture.

I came to realize that job can't be done individually, oh probably can if you are a Superman. As for me, I need to liaise with different departments, different organizations. All this requires good networking skill!

I got my current job through a friend of mine! When I decided to resign from my previous company, I just can't tender the letter yet as I haven't found any job even though I have send out tons of cv and resume! Ended up my friend recommend me to my current boss and guess what.. He hired me! Wow.. the power of network! Magically proven!

People do business with those they like and trust, I will definitely work on my networking skill because

Ultimately, it’s not about who you know ... but WHO KNOWS YOU!!