Breakthrough Networking: Building Relationships That Last “Breakthrough Networking: Building Relationships That Last,” by Lillian Bjorseth, addresses problems that many people have with meeting people, building relationships, and projecting a professional image. In an era where cradle-to-grave job security is a thing of the past, it is beneficial to continue building relationships throughout your career. “Breakthrough Networking” makes it easy for anyone to network. Bjorseth discusses different networking styles, and through a series of questions about everything from appearance to desktops to office enhancements, the reader can establish his or her own networking personality type. Bjorseth addresses each networking style separately, listing strengths, weaknesses and suggestions for improvement. This personalized approach helps the reader understand how to effectively communicate with other networking styles. In addition to networking styles, “Breakthrough Networking” also examines the effects of the personal and printed images. Bjorseth explores the positive and negative connotations of different colors, gender-specific discrepancies, and even the importance of seating arrangements. Another valuable tool is Bjorseth’s insight on setting networking goals. She includes checklists of questions to help readers refine their target market and networking strategies. Also included are suggestions on how to find groups to join in order to build a networking pool and how to get more specific results from those suggestions. Bjorseth also includes a section of ice-breaking activities, games, and workshop exercises to flex the networking muscles such as “Networking Bingo” and “Networking Poker.” “Breakthrough Networking: Building Relationships That Last” is a guide to networking and building relationships from which anyone, regardless of profession, will benefit. |