A great
connector is defined as individual who strategically focuses on providing
connections, opportunities, ideas and resources that empowers and assist
someone else dreams, goals. Great connectors believe that when we all work
together, everybody wins! When we support each other, everyone gets encouraged.
They attend various events in an effort to “to give rather then get” says
Bonnie Chan Founder of Network to Grow.
To deliver
on the above mention definition, below are some tips that will help you become
great & savvy connector!
Listen first
Being a
great listener allows great connector to genuinely understand the needs and
want of each other. They are interested to first understand before being
understood. Great Connector want to know your story. They act as magnet,
absorbing information before sharing valuable resources to connections.
Get Engaged
Great
connector don’t passively listen, but rather listen to every word they are
listening to. They ask strategic questions to clarify to dig deep into the
conversation on topic. They stay engaged in the moment and stay present in the
conversation. They have the ability to make connections and help create
results!
Building Relationships
(ongoing)
Great
connectors focus on building (ongoing) relationships above all other
intentions. They understand and acknowledge that trust is the basis of all good
things in that keep people moving in this world of opportunity. They don’t push
or promote their personal agenda, rather genuinely actively listen and engage
in the conversation to authentically engage and support to whom they are speak
with.
Stay Connected
Great
connectors don’t do “one meeting and that’s all”. They are relationship builders throughout their
journey of success. They encourage ongoing connection in specific and engaging
ways, whether contact cards, email or social media. They follow up and follow
through on a continued basis and grow the relationship.
Impress with the
Knowledge
Great
connector aren’t out to look good. They let their thoughts, ideas and
connections show their value. They are present and engaged in a effort to help
others reach their goals. Great connectors embrace diversity and in the end
they make everyone around them look and feel awesome!
Bring something to the
conversation
Great
connectors are always ready with connections at their fingertips. (via phone or
iPad). They will what they can to assist, empower to create a successful
engagement with whom they are interacting with. Even if they don’t have
something to offer at the time, they will refer another great connector or
follow up with information via email if information is promised. They have high
integrity in doing this. They may be someone in the room that they can connect
them with if possible (hense they are savvy connectors)
Offer your expertise
and knowledge
Great
connectors understand they don’t have all the answer. They are the McGyver (80’s
TV Show) of resources! They focus on providing their expertise (in their field)
and the knowledge (wisdom) and if they are not able to provide it directly they
will offer strategic and specific connections who can. They are aware of their
own strengths and weaknesses. They will do whatever they can to use their
strengths to prove the “super hero level support and actions” stated by
Emmanuel Lopez Author and Movie expert.
They want you to reach the next level your journey of success.
Share challenges &
Opportunities
Great
connectors understand they need assistance as well. They are willing to their
struggles authentically and openly and accept constructive feedback and advice
from their peers. Great connector are driven to achieve their dreams and goals,
and understand that to win they must work in creating strategic and win-win
connections with others.
Stay cool
Great
connectors are cool, calm and collect in the storm. They are the stabilizers
during the time of uncertainty. They have a plan of action amidst the chaos of
the moment. These abilities enables for greater connection, opportunities and growth
for everyone.
What the next step is
to go and Connected in the 21st Century and make it happen!
