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Networking
‘ Network: A chain of interconnected persons ’
(Pocket Oxford)
‘Networking’ is a word used in both a social and a business context. Even if you are not an avid user you will certainly have heard of the huge social networking sites which have become part of the daily life of a lot of people – an estimated 42 million in Europe, a sizeable chunk of them teenagers. Less used by the 50 plus age group, although possibly that may change as we grow more computer literate and less constrained at sharing our thoughts in public. I'm told that John Prestcott now records his gym visits and other vital matters on Facebook, but whether that is a bull or a bear point for Facebook is unclear.
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In business, networking is recognized as an essential tool and is not confined to chatting up your fellow guests at a drinks party. There are a number of online sites which can help you here:-
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will give you 'all the information you need' to start and grow a business from home, and build a network with other home business owners. Emma Jones writes a weekly advice column to keep you focussed.
which aims to offer an online business network and claims that half its membership are self employed professionals.
‘Linked In’ is a US business networking site but is interested to expand in Europe and is particularly relevant if you are seeking to expand your business opportunities globally . www.linkedin.com/static?key=company_info
Xing is a German site, with a greater emphasis on networking, including meeting offline. http://www.xing.com/
www.bttradespace.com combines being a business directory for small businesses (a sort of eBay) with being a focus for existing and new communities which would like to attract like-minded individuals.
Social Networking :
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www.twitter.com record your thoughts and activities in not more than 140 characters
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