"This course should be required for everyone that needs to connect with professionals"

The Full Curriculum

PART I:  A NETWORKING OVERVIEW 

Release Date: Week of January 16, 2023

Course Introduction

• Welcome and My Journey
• My Approach
• The Tipclub Story

Networking Basics

• The Evolution of Networking
• The Laws of Networking
• Networking 101

Types of Networkers

• Givers May Gain, But Feel the Drain
• Takers Will Take, But Feel the Ache
• Matchers Thrive, and will Out Survive!

PART II:  STRATEGIC NETWORKING ESSENTIALS 

Release Date: Week of January 30, 2023

Foundation – The Four P's of Strategic Networking

• Purpose
• Planning / Process
• Personalization
• People

Strategic Networking Fundamentals

• Best Practices
• Proper Engagement
• Help Others
• Build Trust

PART III:  STRATEGIC NETWORKING TIPS, TOOLS, & SECRETS 

Release Date: Week of February 28, 2023

Power Tips - The Best Tips I Know on Strategic Networking

• It’s Not Who You Know, but Who is Willing to Help You
• When to START Networking with Someone
• When to STOP Networking with Someone
• Network in Groups, But Build a Team
• Embrace Technology

The Ultimate Toolkit - Little Known Resources and Tools for Strategic Networking

• Where to Search & Discover
• How to Connect & Engage
• Tools to Build & Maintain
• Resources & Analytics
• Build a NETWORKING FUNNEL

Hidden Gems - The Top Ten “Must-Know” Strategic Networking Secrets

• Secret #1:  Break the Biggest Rule in Networking
• Secret #2: Test for the Best, Forget the Rest
• Secret #3: The Strength in Weak Connections
• Secret #4: How I Closed $40K with a Client Over 10 Years - WITHOUT ever Meeting or Talking
• Secret #5: Unveil a Lightning Round
• Secret #6: Begin with a Favor
• Secret #7: Collaborate on a Challenge
• Secret #8: I Know Everyone Does It - Stop It!
• Secret #9: Reciprocate But Not Duplicate
• Secret #10: The #1 REASON Why Many Traditional Business Networking Groups Fail

Course Conclusion

• Course Wrap-up
• Final thoughts