Business Networking on ZeroToNetwork, Welcome!
Business networking is very powerful. You're visiting my networking Blog, so you probably
"get it". However, there was a time when I had no clue to the limitless potential.
That was remedied when I was asked to step into the Career Transition Zone.
To compound matters, I was an Introvert. No clue about networking and an introvert
- oh boy was I in trouble.
With the help of some dynamic individuals, I went from "Zero to Networking".
I was now able to walk up to strangers and introduce myself, and learn the ways
of the business networking world. Eventually, I led Networking groups, mentored (even
while unemployed), became an Executive Recruiter, met with entrepeneurs and senior
level executives -- and eventually - found a great new position. I became an
extroverted-introvert. I became...connected! Zero to Networking!
Networking is very powerful! Oh yes - I made tons of mistakes, learned from
them and made different mistakes... and still, am not an expert. Who is?
That is the objective of the Zero To Network Blog, so we can learn from each other. Enjoy! Networking
is also fun! Stephen Harris
SPH Associates, An Online Marketing Agency
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Index of Business Network Blog Entries
Business Networking ZeroToNetwork Index of Blog Entries
Business Network Websites & Blogs:
Stephen Harris' Job-Stuff, a Blog for your Career
Edugree Career and Education
QuintCareers Networking Resources
Jim Stroud's Revenge of the Jobseeker
Women at Home Networking
BoldCareer, Online Business Coach
Business Opportunities Weblog
Jason's Recruiting Blog
Canadian Headhunter
Refernet
Dr. Bamster - Career Doctor
Occupational Adventure - A Career should light your fire!
Other Blogs you might enjoy:
Apprentice Views - TV Series
David Newman, Marketing
Lori Richardson's Sales Process Diva
FastCompany Blog
Strategize
Creating Customer Evangelists
Tom Peters (Brand Called You and much more)
Think eBiz, eBusiness Strategy News, Views and Ramblings
SPH Associates, An Online Marketing Agency
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Saturday, March 25
The Virtual Handshake - Free PDF
One of our business networking friends, Scott Allen is graciously providing a free PDF of his book, The Virtual Handshake: Opening Doors and Closing Deals Online.
"Just as online dating has revolutionized the way singles connect, very similar technologies are revolutionizing the way that businesspeople close deals. We wrote The Virtual Handshake to show you how to sign new customers, meet new business partners, recruit star employees, or even find a new job, all by using online networks. More technically, it’s the first mass-market guide to “social software”: blogs, social network sites, virtual communities, relationship capital management software, contact management software, and so on. "
This is a powerful book; one that will inspire you to reach higher leveraging online techniques to expand your business network. And while the PDF is free, we encourage you to buy The Virtual Handshake book. Either way, this is an important book for your business networking success.
Posted at Saturday, March 25, 2006
by sph001
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  |  |  | Term Paper December 1, 2009 04:21 AM PST
Very nice write up. Easy to understand and straight to the point. |  |
  |  |  | Claude Whitmyer May 5, 2009 01:03 PM PDT
After reading your entry about the Virtual Handshake, back at the end of March, downloaded the PDF and was impressed enough to order a copy.
I've been working my way through it and find it a great inspiration and guide. Thanks for the tip.
claude
Claude Whitmyer
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  |  |  | Shane Wong March 5, 2009 12:55 AM PST
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  |  |  | Ankur Chadha April 14, 2008 11:36 AM PDT
Very good and well maintained website. thanks for sharing with others. love to visit again for updates.
Please comment on my blog and add me as a link
Thanks & Regards,
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  |  |  | Brian January 22, 2007 09:10 AM PST
Hi:
Not sure if you are interested in this, thought I'd pass along just in case. There’s a new (interactive) campaign for Microsoft that launched and targets potential entrepreneurs.
Synopsis is below.
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Microsoft Corp. has announced the Ultimate Challenge, a nationwide search for the most creative small-business idea in the country.
The contest, which is live at http://www.ideawins.com, has been designed to spur the imagination and spirit of entrepreneurism that drives small businesses.
Microsoft will review applications received through the website. The deadline for submissions is Jan. 31, 2007.
The winner - the business with the most innovative business idea - will receive $100,000 in business start up money, funding to Manhattan-area storefront for one year, and infrastructure and software to help run the business.
Cheers,
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  |  |  | jake challenor July 18, 2006 02:55 AM PDT
Great article. I edit a web based small business television channel and magazine in Australia - 'I'm Boss TV'.
There are some great articles and TV segments on business communication over the internet. Feel free to take a look and send through any feedback.
www.ImBoss.tv.
And feel free to submit any articles for consideration across any of the categories. We're always looking for content and contributors from around the globe.
- Jake Challenor
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  |  |  | John July 3, 2006 07:00 PM PDT
Great stuff! |  |
  |  |  | Roy Bowers May 12, 2006 09:03 PM PDT
Just found your blog and site and its very useful thanks - we'll be recommending it to others.
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The Zero to Network Business Networking Bookshelf
The Virtual Handshake, by Scott Allen
How to Win Friends & Influence People, by Dale Carnegie
Dig
your Well Before You're Thirsty, Harvey Mackay
How to Build a Business Network of Power Relationships, Harvey Mackay
Power Networking, Donna Fisher
Masters
of Networking, Ivan R. Misner
Networking, Listening for Sucess, Steven Shapiro
You
Need to Be a Little Crazy : The Truth about Starting and Growing Your Business,
Barry Moltz
The
Six Fundamentals of Success, Stuart Levine
Unlimited Futures : How to Understand the Life You Have and Create the Life You Want, Dr. Bobbie Stevens
Selling to VITO, Anthony Parinello
Fusion
Branding, Nick Wreden (Brand Futurist)
Solution Selling, Create Buyers in Difficult Selling Markets", by Michael Bosworth
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