Making new friends in business is easier and more rewarding than you might think.

When you consider the vast array of individuals you encounter in the course of a day, week, and month, including clients, customers, bosses, peers, staff, vendors, suppliers, consultants, and information providers, you quickly see that the possibilities are nearly endless

To Know Others Quickly

* “Get stuck together” in an elevator, in a banquet serving line, or on a cruise!
* Just start talking prospects, suppliers, staff, backers
* Engage others in what you're business is doing
* Attend the same convention, outing, or task force
* Meet and converse early on the first day of that event

* Communicate honestly from the outset
* Convey more interest in others than in yourself
* Touch others emotionally
* Share a mutual deadline
* Visit them at their place of business