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The Connect Effect by Michael Dulworth
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The Connect Effect by Michael Dulworth
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Jan 10, 2008 | ISBN 9781576754627

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Praise

“Nothing is more important to the leader of the future than networking. The Connect Effect explains what you need to do and how to do it!”
— Marshall Goldsmith, author of the Wall Street Journal #1 bestselling business book What Got You Here Won't Get You There

The Connect Effect is a practical and informative guide to helping people (and organizations) improve their networks, reach their potential, and achieve great things.”
—Lynda Gratton, Professor of Management, London Business School, and author of Hot Spots

“From both a corporate and an individual perspective, building strong productive networks is mission critical. The Connect Effect is a practical guide to how we become better at the art and science of networking and how we use that to propel our businesses and our careers.
—Lynne Bartusek, Vice President, Associate Recruitment, Inclusion and Diversity, JCPenney

“As leaders and individuals work, and live, more globally every day, technology may make connecting easier, but it is the quality of the connection that is the key differentiator. The Connect Effect is a vital resource to today's leaders, advising them on tried-and-true tactics, techniques, and tools for creating connections that last.”
—Leslie W. Joyce, PhD, Vice President and Chief Learning Officer, The Home Depot

“Mike Dulworth provides the keys to networking in our fast-moving global society. His invaluable experience and advice can help novices and successful networkers achieve their optimum networking quotient and enhance their opportunities for personal and professional success.”
—Thurgood Marshall, Jr., Partner, Bingham McCutchen LLP, Former Assistant to President Clinton and Cabinet Secretary, 1997-2001

Table Of Contents

Preface
Introduction The Power of Networks

Part One: Becoming a Highly Effective Networker
Chapter 1 What’s Your Networking Quotient?
Chapter 2 Network Early, Network Often
Chapter 3 Building Your Network
Chapter 4 What’s Your Personal Brand?
Chapter 5 Entering the Network Zone

Part Two: Harnessing the Power of Different Networks
Chapter 6 Networking, Peer to Peer
Chapter 7 Tapping Organizational Networks
Chapter 8 Joining Communities of Practice
Chapter 9 Virtual Networking
Conclusion The Future of Networking
Resources
A. Choosing Your Board, by Richard Leider
B. Online Networking Sites
Notes
Index
Acknowledgments
About the Author

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