Posted by Fawn Estes in Business Development, Network Marketing | 6 Comments
You Communicate All Day But Do You Connect?
As network marketers we are literally talking to people all day long. We connect by phone, text, email, Skype, Facebook, Twitter, instant messengers, and numerous other ways, but how do we know what we are trying to communicate is being absorbed and understood in the manner we would like?
Keeping in mind that every single individual that we are speaking with has been bombarded with “communication” all day, by the radio, friends, family, billboards, advertisements, Facebook, text, email- and as human being’s we have to pick and choose what we allow to actually be absorbed into out minds or else we would probably explode! So how many of your words matter? How many make a difference? How many actually get through to others?
Connecting Is Key
Good communication and leadership is all about connecting. So what do I mean by connecting? Connecting is the ability to relate with people in such a way that you influence them. This is important because the ability to connect on every level with people is a key factor in reaching your full potential in business and in life. In network marketing to be successful you must work with others and to do that the best way possible is to learn to connect.
Connecting isn’t just for leaders, it will literally help you every aspect of your life and every relationship. Imagine connecting with your husband/wife better, neighbors, children, everyone you ever meet could be entirely more beneficial to you! That’s pretty darn exciting if you ask me! You don’t have be the top income earner in your business or the president of the United States for connecting to add value to your life. Connecting is vital for any person who wants to achieve success. People desire to be connected and a part of something- if you provide that you now have influence.
People who connect experience better relationships, less conflict, and get more things done than those who don’t. When connecting you position yourself to make the best out of your talents and skills.
Communicating through Social Media
Connecting is the basis of social media today. People are eager to connect with others and will do almost anything to feel connected. Knowing the value of people is how you will begin understanding how to connect with others. If you are already connecting with people you can learn how to do it better and if you currently are afraid to step out of that comfort zone I encourage you to. You will be absolutely amazed at the results you will receive when whole-heartedly connecting with people.
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What a great post Fawn and something more of us should be doing.
More often than not we tend to talk, talk, talk when we should be listening to the things that matter to others.
Connecting goes deeper than just conversation…it’s the start to a beautiful relationship!
Thanks!
- James H.
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Connecting is so priceless!
Each and every one of us has the ability to connect with people differently and that is huge! We can all be teaching the same thing, but someone will finally get it better when it’s said by someone they can relate to.
This should encourage us all to keep up the connecting and relationship building, not only for our personal benefit but for the world around us!
Fawn,
Great post! I have been hitting this point like crazy the last few weeks on my blog. I feel like a broken record, but this is the key to seeing success in network marketing offline and online. We can’t forget the basics. Thanks for bringing this to light! You rock!
Mark Harbert
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You and I are totally on the same page! Must be because we are both seeing connecting NOT taking place.
Keep stressing it, broken record or not
Fantastic post Fawn! If you’re not truly connecting with individuals, then all your hard work is in vain. Recognizing how others communicate and then relating to them on their level is crucial. You’re absolutely right in saying this will not only help in the business arena but in your personal relationships as well. Thanks so much for all the value you provide to help others.
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Thanks guys! It’s awesome how when you better yourself in one area of your life it seeps greatness to all the other areas as well. It makes the sometimes painful personal development so worth it in the end!
Much love to ya!