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Power Networking Self Assessment
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Power Networking: 59 Secrets for Personal & Professional Success |
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This self-assessment gives you the opportunity to review and rate yourself on the various skills, behaviors and attitudes that influence
your networking effectiveness. By filling out the assessment you will validate yourself for the things that you already do well while
identifying areas for improvement. You can use this information to create focus, direction and a plan of action for increasing your
networking effectiveness.
There are no right or wrong answers on a self-assessment because the answers are all based on your own perception. Please use
this as a learning tool to help you become aware of how to more effectively communicate and connect with people to make a difference.
When you complete the assessment, there is a place to total your score and thus show how you rate yourself. You may notice that
you have been a "Lone Ranger" most of your life or you may discover that you have already developed a certain level of expertise
in the area of networking.
No matter how you rate yourself, you can now choose to develop new habits, enhance your skills, and integrate proven networking
concepts into your life. I believe in the power of people to communicate and connect to create new opportunities. Please let me
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Rate yourself on a scale of 1through 5.
1 = Never 2 = occasionally 3 = regularly 4 = frequently 5 = always)
KNOW YOUR OWN POWER AS A NETWORKER (Chapter 11)
_____1. I know the values and principles that are important in my life.
_____2. I can list five major accomplishments that I am proud of in my life.
_____3. I am clear about my expertise and the resource I can be for others.
_____4. I have given up the “Long Ranger” mentality.
_____5. I know my own power as a networker.
_____6. I have a written list of long-and short-term goals that I review and revise regularly.
_____7. I have a network diagram that represents the magnitude and diversity of my network.
_____SUBTOTAL
BE GRACIOUS AND COURTEOUS AS YOUR NETWORK (Chapter 12)
_____8. My presentation professionally represents who I am and what I do.
_____9. I introduce myself in a way that is clear, concise, and personable, and that generates interest.
_____10. I am at ease in groups and use conversation generators effectively.
_____11. I reintroduce myself to people rather than waiting for them to remember me.
_____12. I focus on people as they are introduced to me so that I remember their name and who they are.
_____13. I am comfortable playing host at networking events.
_____14. I am comfortable promoting and creating visibility for myself and my business.
_____15. I am gracious and courteous with everyone I meet.
_____SUBTOTAL
HANDLE BUSINESS CARDS WITH RESPECT (Chapter 13)
_____16. My business cards are attractive and representative of who I am and what I do.
_____17. I have sufficient business cards handy for each situation.
_____18. I give out my business cards appropriately.
_____19. I make notations on business cards that I receive as memory joggers and follow-up reminders.
_____SUBTOTAL
NURTURE YOUR NETWORK WITH ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Chapter 14)
_____20. I receive and give acknowledgements daily.
_____21. I acknowledge the people who inspire me whether or not I personally know them.
_____22. I nurture my network with calls, notes, and gifts in a timely and appropriate manner.
_____23. I have personalized note-cards.
_____24. I graciously receive and accept acknowledgment and support.
_____SUBTOTAL
MANAGE YOURSELF AS A RESOURCE (Chapter 15)
_____25. I have established an effective system for organizing and retrieving my network
_____26. My business card file is organized and up to date.
_____27. I use a time management system effectively.
_____28. My daily action list is completed each day with items transferred or check off.
_____29. I do what is in front of me rather than creating more items on my action list.
_____30. I return phone calls within twenty-four hours.
_____31. I organize my thoughts before making a phone call to referrals, leads, or people in my network.
_____32. I say no to events, activities, and meetings that drain my time, energy, or focus.
_____33. I prepare for networking events in order to maximize the opportunity.
_____SUBTOTAL
BE EFFECTIVE WITH YOUR REQUESTS (Chapter 16)
_____34. I ask for and use the support of others.
_____35. I make requests of my network in a clear, concise, and non-demanding manner.
_____36. I consistently find opportunities to ask, “Who do you know who…?”
_____37. I follow up promptly on leads.
_____38. I gain value from every contact.
_____SUBTOTAL
CREATE VISIBILITY THROUGH PARTICIPATION (Chapter 17)
_____39. I am a member of a professional organization.
_____40. I serve on a committee or board of an organization.
_____41. I regularly give referrals to and make requests of my network.
_____42. I am aware of and use the “three-foot rule.”
_____43. I consistently reevaluate and add to my network.
_____SUBTOTAL
DEVELOP A PERSONAL NETWORKING APPROACH (Chapter 18)
_____44. I trust and follow my intuition.
_____45. I am committed to the success of the people in my network.
_____46. I am known for the high level of service I provide.
_____47. I am an active and perceptive listener.
_____48. I operate with integrity and professionalism in all my interactions and endeavors.
_____49. I approach each contact and opportunity with an open mind.
_____SUBTOTAL
NETWORK TO ENHANCE YOUR WORLD (Chapter 19)
_____50. I am known as a powerful networker with an established and resourceful network.
_____51. I use networking to benefit myself and others personally as well as professionally.
_____52. I keep my network in the forefront of my thinking.
_____53. I am a role model for power networking.
_____54. I see the world as one big network.
_____55. Networking is a way of life for me.
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MAINTAIN HIGH TOUCH THROUGH HIGH TECH (Chapter 20)
_____56. I am proficient in using technology for powerful and effective communication and networking.
_____57. I use appropriate etiquette for voice mail, E-mail, and the Internet.
_____58. I keep my voice mail and E-mail messages short, simple, powerful, and easy to respond to.
_____59. I navigate the Internet to gather information, find opportunities, make connections, and be a
resource for others.
_____SUBTOTAL
From the book Power Networking by Donna Fisher and Sandy Vilas
Copyright 2007, Donna Fisher and Sandy Vilas
www.donnafisher.com
713-789-2484
Power Networking Self Assessment
Subtotal _______ KNOW YOUR OWN POWER AS A NETWORKER (Chapter 11)
Subtotal _______ BE GRACIOUS AND COURTEOUS AS YOUR NETWORK (Chapter 12)
Subtotal _______ HANDLE BUSINESS CARDS WITH RESPECT (Chapter 13)
Subtotal _______ NURTURE YOUR NETWORK WITH ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS (Chapter 14)
Subtotal _______ MANAGE YOURSELF AS A RESOURCE (Chapter 15)
Subtotal _______ BE EFFECTIVE WITH YOUR REQUESTS (Chapter 16)
Subtotal _______ CREATE VISIBILITY THROUGH PARTICIPATION (Chapter 17)
Subtotal _______ DEVELOP A PERSONAL NETWORKING APPROACH (Chapter 18)
Subtotal _______ NETWORK TO ENHANCE YOUR WORLD (Chapter 19)
Subtotal _______ MAINTAIN HIGH TOUCH THROUGH HIGH TECH (Chapter 20)
Total _______
SCORES:
295-247 POWERFUL
246-210 EFFECTIVE
209-174 RESOURCEFUL
173-138 BRANCHING OUT
137-102 TIMID
101-59 LONE RANGER
This networking profile consists of nine sections that correspond to Chapters 11 through 20 of the Power Networking
book. In the book, each statement is explained with information, ideas, and examples. Personal stories show how
these ideas have made an impact on people's lives.
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The Power Networking Self Assessment is
from the book Power Networking by Donna Fisher and Sandy Vilas
Copyright 2007, Donna Fisher and Sandy Vilas
www.donnafisher.com
713-789-2484
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