“You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you.”
By Dale Carnegie in his book How to Win Friends and Influence People
Picture this: You're at a bustling networking event, armed with a stack of business cards and a rehearsed elevator pitch.
Meanwhile, across the room, stands a person who seems to effortlessly draw a crowd, not by talking about themselves, but by genuinely engaging with others.
Let's call this person Bob.
Bob isn't doling out business cards, but instead, he's asking insightful questions, cracking a few well-timed jokes, and listening intently to what others have to say.
He's not just networking; he's genuinely interested in the people around him.
While you're busy trying to impress everyone with your polished pitch, Bob's making friends left and right.
By the end of the night, you're left with a handful of lukewarm connections, while Bob's phone is buzzing with invitations for coffee meetings and collaborative opportunities.
The secret to Bob's success?
He understands that networking isn't just about selling yourself; it's about building rapport and forming genuine connections.
By showing a sincere interest in others, Bob makes more friends and lays the groundwork for fruitful professional relationships.
So, the next time you find yourself at a networking event, take a page out of Bob's playbook.
Put down the pitchfork and pick up the curiosity. You might just find that making friends—and business connections—comes a lot easier when you focus on the other person, rather than trying to steal the spotlight.
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