The 10 Types of People You Should Have in Your Network [Repost]

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Mankeep” is a term that’s very popular these days; we translate it as “network management,” and based on its pronunciation, we read it as “Maike. Those who are good at utilizing and managing their network are known as network experts. The importance of networking is becoming increasingly evident. A research report published by a Stanford research center concluded that 12.5% of the money a person earns comes from knowledge, while 87.5% comes from their network. 80% of a person’s professional success is attributed to getting along with others, while only 20% comes from within oneself. At a Mankeep conference in New York, over a thousand network professionals identified the ten types of people that should be part of a networking circle. With them, your life and work will go smoothly and happily. I. Those who can provide hard-to-obtain tickets: Your most important client just called to tell you that there is a Jia-A League match tonight, and he needs 4 tickets. You called all the ticket agencies, and they all said there were no tickets left. What will you do about this unexpected emergency? The best approach is to tell your client that you will take care of it, and then call your ticket contact and ask him to reserve 4 tickets for you. In fact, there is no such thing as \"selling out everything.\" Money can get things done, but you need to know who to turn to. You can almost buy tickets at the last minute. II. Travel agencies: For passengers on the same flight, there are 100 different ticket prices for 100 passengers. A ticket priced at $400 might cost you 300 yuan, or someone else might be able to get it for 200 yuan. Why? Because he knows a friend from a travel agency, and that friend is the most resourceful one. How can you not have access to such a rich set of travel agency resources? III. Job agencies, talent markets, and headhunting firms: Unless they need a job, most people do not talk to the staff at these agencies. Actually, this is unnecessary; what matters isn’t how you are now, but rather what you will be like in the future. Even if you have a very stable job right now, it’s worth building good relationships with them. It is always right to dig a well before feeling thirsty. Next time the employment consultancy calls, no matter how satisfied you are with your current job, don’t hang up the phone – say something. For example: “I’m really not interested, but I’m flattered by your call.” In fact, sometimes we might need your help, whether it’s to find a good job or to locate the right person. You can leave your contact number; maybe in the next month or two we could have a meal together and get to know each other. ” IV. Banks: Haven’t you noticed that banks are playing an increasingly important role in your life? All of your investment and financial management activities rely on the bank, the most important entity in modern business society. With the banking network at your disposal, when you encounter problems with your financial operations, you know who to call. V. Local government officials and police: Almost everything – filling holes in the roads, removing trash, repairing sidewalks, pruning trees, reducing taxes, changing the city’s zoning rules, matters related to children’s education, regulating business activities in the community, monitoring air and water quality as well as noise levels; your newly purchased car gets stolen, or thieves break into your home. You need local civil servants and police as well. VI. Celebrities: How to get to know celebrities? Many people think that celebrities are hard to approach, but in fact they are very lonely. As the saying goes, \"It’s hard to endure the cold at great heights.\" In fact, many celebrities are more approachable than you might think. All celebrities have their lawyers, doctors, dentists, accountants, relatives, favorite restaurants, and regular places to go. There are also agents, marketers, public relations professionals, and coaches. First, get to know these people, and then ask them to arrange a meeting with a celebrity for you, or to make the first call on your behalf. VII. Insurance, finance, and financial planning experts Perhaps you won’t know whether to get insurance until something happens. But do you really want to do this? Do you want to end up not receiving the compensation you deserve one day because you didn’t buy the right insurance policy? If you don’t mind relying on social welfare benefits in your old age, then you can skip this step. VIII. Lawyers: Society is complex, with all kinds of people in it. Indeed, you are kind-hearted and prefer to avoid conflicts, not wanting to offend anyone. But you have to understand that even walking under the trees, falling leaves can hurt your head. If there’s any dispute, you don’t want to take it to court; you just want to suffer the losses yourself and settle it that way. But if you don’t tell others, they might turn around and blame you. In court, if you have well-known lawyers in your network, you’ll face much fewer problems. IX. Maintenance Staff: An excellent and honest maintenance worker is very important. Your car is broken, your household sewer is blocked, the lock on your door will not open… It’s an emergency; you know who can help you resolve these issues in the shortest time, at the fastest speed, and at the lowest cost. Because a poor and dishonest repairman will cost you a fortune. X. Media Contact: Start with journalists; even if you use this approach only once in your life, it can still save you from trouble. You might be embroiled in rumors, or a new product is being launched. Your media contact can represent you and step forward to handle this matter. True public relations experts can also help; this is what they do for a living. How do you get these people to join your network? To turn them into reliable resources, first give them what they need, and then they will give you what you need. As long as they have met, they are no longer strangers. The secret is to get to know them before you need their help.