Regardless of their chosen vocations, professionals in today’s business world would likely agree that effective networking is paramount to achieving success. Whether it’s through social media, verbal references, face-to-face meetings or online networking resources, the truth is simple: more opportunities arise when more people know you exist. But how do you figure out what works best for you? And how do you identify who’s who among companies that claim to be your best professional development option?
To sidestep scams, do your research before you move forward. At Worldwide Who’s Who, we understand that networking can appear to be intimidating, so we believe in transparency and empowerment through information-sharing. We also believe in helping our current and prospective members avoid getting caught up in the fluff, so we’ve put together some tips for separating the pros from the cons . The Who’s Who worldwide network we operate gives members 24-7 access to a global membership base, providing ample networking opportunities.
Once you’ve chosen your networking resource, what are the next steps? Worldwide Who’s Who offers a number of options. To begin, each member receives access to our online network, which is comprised of more than 500,000 executives, professionals and entrepreneurs from around the world. Our editorial staff compiles a comprehensive biographical profile for each individual to serve as a representation of who they are and what they do. The opportunities grow from there. Members are able to use our Advanced Search options to crawl our database for prospective contacts with whom they may wish to connect. We also match each member with a Personal Branding Specialist from our dedicated team who is trained to assist them in their endeavors by selecting and presenting specialized services. These include press release creation, website development, search engine optimization, and various Web properties where members may be featured to boost their online exposure. We create and distribute newsletters, conduct and present radio interviews, compile and display informative member videos, and compose features in our exclusive print publications. We also allow members to submit search criteria to us via our Business Networking Service, which we then use to yield contacts for them, which we deliver directly by email.
