Phil "The Connector" Herrington: Do NOT Do THIS When You Network!

About Phil Herrington: Phil Herrington, affectionately known as 'The Connector,' is a dedicated Christian family man with a passion for bringing people together. Whether fostering relationships in the business world or enjoying the great outdoors with his wife and five children, Phil is always focused on the power of connection. In his free time, he can be found tending to his chickens or gathered around a campfire with his loved ones. Phil firmly believes that meaningful relationships are at the heart of every great opportunity and that we are all just one connection away from something extraordinary. In this episode, Jennie Bellinger and Phil Herrington discuss:Avoiding the hard sellLetting the other person speak firstDeveloping a memorable personal brandLeveraging virtual networking toolsBuilding a community of connectors Key Takeaways:Effective networking is not about immediate sales pitches, but rather about genuine connection and understanding, and by allowing the other person to speak first and focusing on their needs, you can build trust and uncover valuable opportunities for collaboration.Develop a memorable personal brand to make you stand out in a crowded networking landscape. Utilize scheduling tools like Calendly to manage your time and ensure you're meeting with serious, interested individuals, rather than wasting time on unproductive encounters.Positioning yourself as a valuable connector, someone who can make meaningful introductions and facilitate beneficial relationships, can elevate your status and make you an indispensable asset within your network.The Connector Community offers a unique opportunity to expand your network and access a curated group of like-minded professionals who are genuinely interested in connecting and supporting each other's growth. "Always let the other person speak first, even if it takes the entire meeting, which I've had happen plenty of times.” — Phil Herrington Get a FREE Complimentary Tour of the Connector Community Allow Phil to take YOU on a virtual tour of The Connector Community where you can connect and network with others who are looking to meet and grow their network, just like you are! Link: https://api.leadconnectorhq.com/widget/bookings/the-connector Connect with Phil Herrington:   Facebook Name: https://www.facebook.com/phil.herrington.313 LinkedIn URL: https://www.linkedin.com/in/philtheconnector/ Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/phil_the_connector_herrington/ Connect with Jennie: Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/ Email:  jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.com Facebook personal page: https://facebook.com/jbellingerPL Facebook podcast page: http://facebook.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery Facebook group for Badass Crew: https://facebook.com/groups/BadassDirectSalesMoms Instagram: https://instagram.com/BadassDirectSalesMastery Personal Instagram: https://instagram.com/jenniebellinger LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/BadassDirectSalesMastery Show Notes by Podcastologist: Hanz Jimuel Alvarez Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it.