{"id":12787,"date":"2024-11-01T01:00:15","date_gmt":"2024-11-01T01:00:15","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.fratco.com\/?p=12787"},"modified":"2025-04-25T13:44:40","modified_gmt":"2025-04-25T13:44:40","slug":"field-journal-building-connections-that-count","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/tried-and-true\/field-journal\/field-journal-building-connections-that-count\/","title":{"rendered":"Diario de campo: Establecer v\u00ednculos que valgan la pena"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
As seen in the Tried & True <\/em>Fall 2024 issue<\/h6>\n\n\n\n

Let\u2019s talk straight\u2013networking isn\u2019t just about swapping business cards and chit-chatting over coffee. It\u2019s about building a support system not just for yourself, but partners and community members as well. Whether you\u2019re a seasoned salesman or a contractor on the rise, making the right connections is key. Here are some tips to network like a pro and make it count.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

1.  Get Out There and Be Seen<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

First things first, you\u2019ve got to be where the action is. Trade shows, industry meet-ups, local business events\u2013these are goldmines for networking. And don\u2019t just show up; be a part of the scene. Engage, ask questions and show genuine interest in what others are doing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Quality Over Quantity<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s not about how many people you meet, but who you meet and how you connect with them. Focus on building meaningful relationships rather than collecting contacts like baseball cards. A few solid connections are worth more than a truckload of acquaintances.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. Listen More Than You Talk<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Good networkers are great listeners. People appreciate it when you take a real interest in their stories and challenges. Listening more gives you a better understanding of what you can bring to the table for them, and that\u2019s what networking is all about\u2013mutual growth.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Keep It Real<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Nobody likes a phony. Be yourself. You\u2019re not just selling your business; you\u2019re showing who you are. Genuine connections are built on trust and authenticity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Follow Up and Stay in Touch<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Met someone interesting? Don\u2019t just toss their card in a drawer. Follow up with a call or an email. Something simple like, \u201cGreat meeting you at [event], let\u2019s keep in touch.\u201d And actually do it. Check in now and then, share relevant info or just say hi. Keeping the lines open can lead to opportunities down the road.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Offer Value<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Networking is a two-way street. Think about how you can be useful to others. Maybe it\u2019s a piece of advice, a referral or just lending an ear. When you help others, they\u2019re more likely to return the favor.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Be Persistent, But Patient<\/h4>\n\n\n\n

Good relationships take time to build. Don\u2019t expect instant results. Keep at it, be consistent and over time, you\u2019ll build a network that\u2019s not just wide, but also deep and valuable.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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There you have it\u2013networking is more than just handshakes and hellos. It\u2019s about making real connections that can pave the way for future success.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Mantenerse mentalmente fuerte no es s\u00f3lo cosa de oficinistas o amantes de los rompecabezas. En el campo, mantener la mente fuerte es tan importante como la forma f\u00edsica. He aqu\u00ed c\u00f3mo mantener la cabeza en el partido:<\/p>","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":12789,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"kia_subtitle":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[104],"tags":[],"post_folder":[],"class_list":["post-12787","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-field-journal"],"acf":[],"aioseo_notices":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12787","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=12787"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/12787\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/12789"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=12787"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=12787"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=12787"},{"taxonomy":"post_folder","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/fratco.com\/es\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/post_folder?post=12787"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}