Networking with Your Competition

How do you get the conversation past the simple query of name and title? Debby and Greg (The Networking Guru and Reluctant Networker, resp.) discuss different approaches to the process with the focus on creating a strong opening to a potentially mutually beneficial connection. Listener Asandi Connor offered the question that sparked the discussion. Mentioned: - Derek Mehraban, Founder Ingenex Digital Marketing, https://www.linkedin.com/in/mehraban/ - Ken Wachsberger, The Book Coach, https://www.linkedin.com/in/kenwachsberger/ - Penny Rosema, Founder 2 Views International, https://www.linkedin.com/in/pennyrosema/ Comments: https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/ https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/ Listen for: [0:30] The ongoing saga of the apples [3:15] Dealing with the accidental situation [4:20] Don’t put them on the defensive [8:50] When you expect to sit next to your competition [9:20] Developing an opportunity mindset/Best practices [12:05] Nonthreatening topics of conversation More Information: If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/