Four Reasons Why You Should Be Networking!

We always get lots of new people coming along to Coffee and Connect in September, so if you have been thinking about trying out networking here are four great reasons why you should come along:

1. The People

There are lots of very practical reasons as to why networking can help your business but as I write this, having not seen everyone in August as we were on our summer break, my overriding feeling is how much I am looking forward to seeing everyone again… because business, especially small business, is so much about the people.

And I know that when I go networking I get back to my office even more motivated to get on with my business, as a direct result of all the inspiring conversations I have had with all the people I met there.

2. Your Reputation

You are an expert in your business, and something that networking is really good for is enabling you to share that knowledge and build your reputation. So, offer advice, help people out and over time you will become known as an expert in your field… someone people will want to call when they need your services.

3. Ideas & Inspiration

Sometimes it can be tempting to stay at home rather than go networking, especially if you have the infamous never ending “to-do” list. But please don’t!

Successful businesses are always on the look out for ways to improve and grow and conversations at networking events can spark ideas and creativity in a way that sitting at your desk in your office never can.

4. Practical Help & Support

Whether you need suggestions for a new piece of technology – maybe a CRM system – recommendations for a business to undertake a specific job for you, or you simply want to get practical advice from someone who has faced a similar issue (often something seemingly trivial but irritating), networking is a great place to find someone to help…

… so please do come along and say hello at Coffee and Connect; I am sure it will be worth it!