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Dawn Jarvis

1y ago

Hi, I'm Dawn | Nurse Entrepreneur & Digital Content Creator | Founder of The Diverse Nurse Network | I help Health and Social Care Professionals Transform their Vision for Business into Action.

Dawn Jarvis

Dawn Jarvis

@thediversenurse

Most people network the wrong way.

They collect LinkedIn connections, attend events, and exchange business cards—but fail to build relationships that lead to real opportunities.

Here’s how to network with purpose:

1️⃣ Join the right rooms.

Not all networking is equal. Find industry-specific groups like BNI or health entrepreneur forums where your ideal clients and mentors gather. The right connections happen in the right spaces.

2️⃣ Engage on LinkedIn.

Posting valuable insights, commenting on industry discussions, and messaging with intent builds credibility. Your digital presence is a 24/7 networking tool—use it wisely.

3️⃣ Give before you ask.

Introduce two people, share a useful resource, or offer insight without expecting immediate returns. The best relationships are built on mutual value, not transactions.

4️⃣ Follow up consistently.

Most people connect once and disappear. A quick check-in, a shared article, or a simple “How’s business?” keeps relationships warm and top-of-mind.

5️⃣ Make networking a habit.

Don’t wait until you need something. Set a weekly goal—engage in three discussions, connect with one new person, or offer help without expectation. The more you give, the more you gain.

Opportunities don’t just happen—you create them through intentional networking.

Who’s one person you can reconnect with this week? 🚀

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