
I was once really bad with people. I mean, REALLY bad. I had a few friends, but they were mostly as bad with people as I was. We weren’t even good with each other. We played video games to avoid dealing with our co-discomfort. These days, however, my businesses are almost entirely based on the strength of my network. I can walk into a room and be confident that by the time I leave, I’ll know most of the people there and will have given them a reason to remember (and want to stay in touch with) me. I understand the intersocial dynamics of different kinds of get-togethers and the flow of power in a social setting. The thing is, most books on networking focus on things that are – in my opinion – a bit arbitrary and unnecessary. Most of what they preach is also a bit humdrum and boring…do you REALLY want to attend another conference? Infrared-exchange your contact information with a stranger with a Blackberry and a name tag? Shake hands, CRM names, practice elevator speeches, pretend to be interested? Yeesh, me neither. What’s unfortunate is that this dry, frail kind of relationship-building process is what has come to represent networking in the business sphere, and it’s not just yawn-inducing, it’s also ineffective. In this ebook, I propose a new kind of game, one that involves creating much stronger bonds, better social habits, a more fulfilling approach to life and a more valuable network. I’ll give you tips, tricks, philosophies and stories that will help you become a better networker. Not only that, but I’ve convinced 26 of the people who’s networking skills I respect the most (from all different walks of life, industries and lifestyles) to share their own experiences and advice. Take a look - only $.99 (orignal price $20)!