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Web 2.0 Social Networking technology is a VALUABLE tool for "new school" application of the "ol school" concept of networking and the sharing of referrals. Networking is a powerful tool for building success and successful relationships. Building a strong influential network is essential toward reaching your secular, personal, business or ministry goals.

To build an affluent, affective and effective network requires building upon the strong back of others; you need a "Network Provider!" Whether "ol' or new school" there are rules to the game! There are unspoken principles of Network Etiquette which will make for successful virtual or reality networking!

A "Network Provider" provides a strong base for building a good network. A good "Network Provider" is a strong referral who will lead you to the avenue, doors and individuals who can make things happen for you. If you stand on the strong back of another's victory, reputation, hard work and generosity~DON'T BREAK THEIR BACK!

"Burning The Bridge" of your "Network Provider" maybe a costly act! The "backside you kick today" may be the one you have to kiss tomorrow! (YES, I am speaking FRENCH HERE!) I have found folks so hungry to excel that their end never justifies their means for advancement. A hungry soul who finally sees their "light of day" by another's generosity must highly regard that "Network Provider."

The "Network Provider" is the conduit who opens the door to another's path to success! Cut the lamp off of an effective "Network Provider" you will be in the dark again and painfully so! We can be so hungry that we snatch food off of the table and bite the hand which is feeding us!

Slamming that door in the face of the "Network Provider" is a lethal act. Careless disregard to the "Network Provider" can seal that open door of support and favor for the future! You never know WHEN you will need your "Network Provider" again! We have become such hungry desperate users of the good will and reputation of others!

As I remember opening my secular business ("back in the day!"), a design firm in New York City, the Lord provided for me a wonderful "Network Provider!" Mr. Hugh Price, then President of the National Urban League, wrote countless letters to his business associates on my behalf. Hugh became a God sent "Network Provider!" He knew exactly what I needed without my asking!

He introduced me to nearly all of his associates via a letter of recommendation and introduction. Then, he sent me the actual letter of introduction and the list of target names, addresses and phone numbers. I can never forget his generosity launched my business to a successful practice, within moments! Embracing new, QUALITY clients was like "a hot knife to soft butter"~"THAT WAS EASY!" He gave freely, for my benefit and looking for nothing in return. I remain eternally thankful for his support into my endeavors. He remains a trusted advisor!

The Rule of Etiquette For Successful Networking????!!!!; TAKE A TIP FROM BARNEY! Read from your Children's Library, "Barney Manners" and you will discover "Please and Thank You Are The Magic (Supernatural) Words!" Here are some simple tips for keeping a strong relationship with your "Network Provider:"

12 Keys To Networking Etiquette!

1. Ask politely for exactly what you need. A good "Network Provider" supplies your need before you even ask! The "Network Provider" KNOWS EXACTLY WHAT YOU NEED!

2. Reply with "Thank You" IMMEDIATELY when favor is extended. Give a few kudos generously!

3. Follow up with updates on how you are progressing with a lead or an open door.

4. Don't burn the list! That is to say...don't over use any one particular "Network Provider's" Name or Referral! Look and Pray for more "Network Providers" who will also be supportive.

5. Use your STRONGEST "Network Providers" sparingly and wisely.

6. Don't casually use a "Network Provider's" NAME WITHOUT PERMISSION! Simply ask, " May I use your NAME please or can you please refer me?" Don't be a NAME DROPPER at the expense of your NETWORK PROVIDER!

Don't ASSUME you have FAVOR ETERNALLY with your "Network Provider!" ( I don't have to speak more French here do I?) Don't over shoot the runway with your "Network Provider's" influential referral.

7. Stay in touch with your "Network Provider" Pay honor, respect and remember your "Network Provider" as valuable.

8. Look BACK, as you climb the latter of success built upon the labor of your "Network Provider" and if you can extend opportunity to your "Network Provider" DO SO!

9. BECOME A "NETWORK PROVIDER" YOURSELF! Favor was extended to you! Embrace the ministry of Network Building! Make sure you know who you are endorseing before you become a "Network Provider!" Wonderfully, you will ALWAYS be in the pathway of NETWORK FAVOR! Give and it shall be given to you!

10. Don't take credit for achieving a successful step without including a regard to your "Network Provider!" Give credit where credit is due!

11. Take A Tip From "Barney!" Just Say Please and Thank You! Thank the Lord for leading you to a "Network Provider" whom HE COULD USE FOR YOU!
Thank the Lord FOR YOUR "NETWORK PROVIDER!" You couldn't have made it without the JESUS IN THEM!

12. DON'T RUIN your "Network Providers" Name by your indiscretions! You can make a "Network Provider" no longer credible by the way YOU CONDUCT YOUR AFFAIRS! Make a good name for yourself and save the reputation of your "Network Providers" for others!

Apologize QUICKLY if you step on the toe of your "Network Provider!"

Succeeding and advancing in the name of another's good reputation and success is a responsibility as well as a valuable gift. Become responsible and honest to "Network Provider" etiquette; you WILL SORE VICTORIOUSLY! Always remember to Qualify your "Network Provider" as credible! Sometimes the "Network Provider" wants YOU TO PROVIDE THE NETWORK!

who is ALREADY GIVING YOU A BLESSING!"


Biblical "Networkers:"
~Saul's Servant Introduced Him to David For A Job!
~Mordecai Refered Esther to the King For A Royal Position!
~Barnabas Refered Paul To Circle of Apostles For Opportunity!
~The Woman At The Well Told Her Friends To Come Meet A Top Political Figure!
~Jesus Told His Disciples To Go To Work and Use His Name!