Does networking really work?
I’d like to address two separate but related questions today:
- Does networking really work?
- How can I effectively and profitably engage in internet marketing and make money online?
Yes, I know the second question is not really related to networking. But wait, is that true?
Well, let me answer the second question first, and see if it has anything to do with networking. And then I’ll answer the question about whether networking really works.
So, regarding making money online, when I first wanted to engage in e-commerce and internet marketing, I knew nothing about it. Well, I had some idea of the concept, but nothing about *exactly* how and where to start, what to do and what to avoid, and so on.
Through word-of-mouth (in other words, networking) I found out about various resources — like seminars, conferences, books, introductions to other people who’d already done what I wanted to do, etc. As a result, I learned a great deal in a few short months.
One resource in particular has been most valuable to me: it’s a comprehensive internet marketing program called “The System”, developed by Ken McCarthy.
Ken, as I discovered, is one of the earliest people involved in using the internet for marketing and e-commerce. He worked with the founders of Netscape and many of the pioneers in the field since the early 90s to understand and leverage the internet as a powerful marketing tool. And this program is based on his experience (and success), as well as that of his many graduates.
What I like about his material is that it’s grounded in business basics and common sense. There is absolutely no hype or hoopla. The content is completely practical, concrete and immediately usable. I love it. And now I pay attention to whatever Ken has to say!
Well, he has two programs available at this time:
“Smart Beginners - The Foundation Course”
According to Ken, this course has been used by a wide range of people from absolute beginners to people who are already doing over $1 million US a year online.
One seven figure veteran apparently told him, “This course filled me in on a lot of tricks I wasn’t aware of. More than paid for itself the first week.”
For more information about the “Smart Beginners” program, click here.
Ken also hosts a live 4-day “System Training”.
The next System training is on May 18-21, 2006 in Chicago.
Leading up to the live event, Ken offers a free Pre-”System” training via audio teleconferences and recordings. This pre-conference program is so valuable that I would highly recommend it to anyone who is serious about ecommerce and internet marketing.
There are two advantages to registering for this pre-training: First, you’ll get excellent information completely free of charge, and second, based on this experience you’ll be able to decide whether attending the live event will be a good investment for you.
For more information on the “System Training” in Chicago, click here.
Now, how does this all relate to networking?
Well, networking is about leveraging the collective knowledge and experience among the people you know, to get what you want.
In this particular example, a couple of people asked me about how to make money on the internet.
- They wanted very specific information.
- I happened to have an appropriate answer and lead for them, which I give here.
As I answered the question, I also added my comments about my personal experience with Ken McCarthy’s programs. So if you trust the information you’ve received from me so far, you’re likely to trust my opinion about Ken’s program or at the very least, give it serious consideration.
Isn’t this what you want others to do for *your* business?
Don’t you want your clients or customers or other people who know you and your work, to endorse your business whole-heartedly when referring someone to you? Don’t you want your referred prospects to come to you warmed up and ready to do business?
So does networking really work? Absolutely yes!
If you’re clear about what you want, and ask for it clearly, networking with others can help you cut down on the time and effort.
By the way, if you’re interested, more details on how to actually apply these concepts in real life is in my comprehensive program called Effortless Networking.
Good luck!
– Sri
