Comments on: The difference between meeting and connecting – a lesson by Chris Brogan

By: HelenRappy

HelenRappy — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 21:46:12 +0000

This is such an important topic and I am surprised how little it seems to be used out there in the real world. Thank you for bringing it up and sharing a story that greatly shows us the value of taking an interest in others and making our first contact one that is all about them and what they are working on and who they should meet and what support they most need. This is a great post to keep the idea top of mind as to what real networking is. Thank you so much for sharing!!!

By: morganb

morganb — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 06:00:15 +0000

Geez Michael - guys have been hitting home runs for a hundred years
and I still am in awe of one when someone really hits a moon shot.
People have been giving speeches for thousands of years, the good ones
are still good enough to be appreciated. Just because something has
been "going on" for a long time doesn't mean you shouldn't stop and
appreciate and try to learn from something when you see it. I've read
all about sales, I've been successful in sales, I've taken the Dale
Carnegie course. Seeing good networking in action is different than
reading about it. You ever read an article about a concert you wished
you were at? Not the same as being there. I've seen enough sales
coaches, life coaches and other second rate sales people "network" at
networking events and this was different. I appreciate things done
well. And I'm always looking to learn in every situation. I wish I
could have it as figured out as you do, but since you do, I don't know
why you read and comment on these things. Seems like a waste of your
time.

By: michaelkely

michaelkely — Mon, 26 Oct 2009 05:06:31 +0000

Geez, its come to this that we now need bloggers to tell us how to act in a social gathering?! Or maybe it is because our people skills are being compromised by so much keyboard action. Geez Louise! Is anyone is sales around here? Do you folks ever READ! Networking is has been going on forever. Oh well, you've learned a valueable lesson regardless of the “speechless” quip. Why do I read and comment on these things.

By: morganb

morganb — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 07:17:08 +0000

Thanks Marsh, I really like that aphorism – Giver Gain. I'll have to file that away for future use The instantaneous nature is what's so amazing to me. I agree w/you definitely a ton of prep work to get to that point. Now I know what to focus on for my coming ad:tech conference the first week of November. Thanks for the comment!

By: marshsutherland

marshsutherland — Wed, 21 Oct 2009 00:40:48 +0000

Morgan,

What Chris exhibited is business networking at an all-star world-class level. Blown away by a Kevin Garnett 3 pointer? This is no different.

World class networkers do this by instinct. The motto is "Giver Gain" from Dr. Ivan Misner, the founder of BNI.

Before every Web Innovators Group event, I research almost every of 1000 registered attendees to know who is who and what their company is about.

In-person networking is instantaneous. Online social networking is 24/7. Take it to the web my friend and apply the same principles.

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Tue, 20 Oct 2009 20:12:55 +0000

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By: morganb

morganb — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 18:49:21 +0000

Thanks for the comment Charlotte and I appreciate your kind words. I'm trying to constantly learn and this was an amazing example of what you can do (and learn) in 5 minutes.

By: morganb

morganb — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:57:56 +0000

Kyle, great point. The exit was equally as impressive as the conversation. Chris saw a natural break point and took it without seeming in a rush or hasty. If he had stayed around the conversation would've lost its fidelity and the interaction would've ended awkwardly with Chris announcing that he really had to get going. It was very impressive. Thanks for the comment!

By: morganb

morganb — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:50:56 +0000

It was great to see you too Jay. I have to say that you're probably the closest to the definition of trust agent in the real estate world that I have met to date. I'm glad you had a similar experience and you're right. It's that instant recall of facts and interactions that makes what he does so impressive. Thanks for sharing!

By: morganb

morganb — Tue, 20 Oct 2009 15:49:38 +0000

Hi Lori,

Thanks for the comment. I agree, being open and receptive to opportunities with everyone and not just with people who we think will benefit us makes a huge difference. Thanks for sharing your experience with Chris.