Quest for the Best — Your Networking Toolkit

(Novato, CA)... When you call professionals to repair a major appliance in your home, they bring the right tools to handle the job. Similarly, the best networkers are always equipped with the tools they need to do a great job. The networkers tool kits consists of: a strong impressionable sound bite; a concise effective description of you, your product, or service; business cards; an contact list; notebook; and expertise.

Why network? Networking can help you find the best of the best from doctors, lawyers, homes, schools, restaurants, love, new clients, and the list goes on.

"Make a strong first impression; talk to everyone you meet; listen intently; become skilled at sensing people's needs; be prepared; find common denominators; be honest, courteous and fair; always have ideas, suggestions, and thoughts to share; and smile!" Jill advises. Be prepared ahead of time with a sound bite to introduce yourself and walk into any situation with confidence. Jill's networking list of don'ts includes: don't act desperate, don't show off or brag, don't interrupt, don't just talk about you, don't misrepresent yourself, don't pry, and don't be discouraged. She reminds us to keep an open mind and look at all circumstances as an opportunity to make exciting connections. Enjoy yourself!

Networking extends to virtually every facet of life. Jill's best selling book, Networking Magic (Adams Media), shows readers how to effectively and efficiently use networking as a tool for quickly reaching professional and personal goals. Networking Magic helps anyone make connections that lead to the best contacts, the best opportunities, and the best solutions. This is one book that unlocks any door!

Jill Lublin is the author of two national best selling books, Guerrilla Publicity (which is considered the PR bible and is used in university marketing courses) and Networking Magic (which went to #1 at Barnes and Noble). She is a renowned strategist and international speaker. As the CEO of the strategic consulting firm, Promising Promotion, Jill has created successful techniques that implement bottom line results. Jill is founder of GoodNews Media, Inc., a company specializing in positive news. She is currently the host of the nationally syndicated radio show, Do the Dream, where she interviews celebrities who have achieved their dreams. Jill has recently been featured in the New York Times, Woman's Day, and Entrepreneur Magazine, as well as on ABC, NBC, CBS radio and TV national affiliates. Jill is currently working on her third book and has a new TV show called The Connecting Minute.