What makes a network worth joining
The strongest networks make it easy to understand the room before you enter it. You should be able to see who a member helps, what they are looking for and whether a conversation is likely to be useful.
A useful community also creates a rhythm for participation: thoughtful prompts, events with a purpose and a simple way to follow up after an introduction.
Questions to ask before you join
Use these questions to judge the quality of any networking community.
- Who is the community built for, and how are members vetted?
- Can I understand member businesses before I contact them?
- Does the group make referrals and outcomes accountable?
- Is there a useful online experience between events?