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Happy Thursday Bizhubbers!
💡 Networking Tip of the Week: Don’t Collect Contacts—Start Conversations
It’s tempting to treat networking like a game of Pokémon cards—“gotta collect ‘em all!” But here’s the truth:
A list of names isn’t a network.
A real network is made of people who actually know who you are and want to hear from you.So instead of just connecting or following someone and calling it a day, try this:
👉 Send a quick message.
👉 Comment on something they’ve shared.
👉 Ask a question. Share a thought. Say hello like a human.✨ Why it works:
– People remember conversations—not silent clicks.
– You’ll build trust, not just numbers.
– It opens the door for collaboration, support, and yes—actual opportunities.📣 Next Step:
Scroll through your recent connections. Pick ONE person you’ve added but haven’t spoken to yet… and start a conversation.
Doesn’t need to be fancy. “Hey, saw your post on [thing] and really liked your take,” totally works.🔍 Need help finding the right people to connect with?
I’m happy to play matchmaker! Drop me a message if you’d like a nudge in the right direction—whether you’re looking for collaborators, clients, mentors, or someone in your industry to bounce ideas around with.Small messages = big momentum. Let’s build real relationships, not just lists. 🚀
#NetworkingTip #EngageDon’tCollect #BeTheConnector #StartTheChatHa
Stuart Morrison, Meg Roundell Greene and 4 others6 Comments-
Great advice! I definitely need to stop my inbox looking like a dusty Pokémon card collection—loads of contacts, not enough actual conversations. Time to level up from collector to connector!
Also, huge fan of @hannah stepping into her BiZHUB Matchmaker era — do we get a rose ceremony, or just some excellent business banter? Either way, count me in.
Off to message someone before my inbox turns into a museum! (and maybe make a new BiZHUB bestie)!3 -
It’s sometimes hard to take the first step so thanks for suggesting a practical icebreaker comment! Really useful @hannah
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Ah yes, I had a box of Business cards that I sorted through at the beginning of the year. It was a good exercise, putting some to the side that I thought I really should get back in touch with, recycling lots that just weren’t relevant to me any more and kept any, well, simply great looking cards. (I’m a sucker for a well designed/printed business card).
As you say @hannah Think we should do the same with our list of contacts and social connections too now and again.
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@robfryer-brandstorm I’m as guilty as most at meeting someone, making a mental note that it would be great to talk further, then that completely falling out of my brain. Or, like you said, taking a card then they collect fluff at the bottom of my bag. So i’ve learnt that if i don’t commit to more than the promise of getting back in touch then it might well turn into a lost opportunity!
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It’s so true! It’s more about connection. Quality over quantity always – when you put in the time and effort to really get to know people they remember it. And it’s so much more fun for you as well.
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I’ve got every business card I have ever been given… Yeah, I have a big drawer full of bizz cards! 🙂
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