03 April 2013
It’s constant – before a workout, after a workout, after I’ve just eaten, for breakfast, for lunch, for dinner. And this “talent” has also been my biggest asset in business.
I read Keith Ferrazzi’s “Never Eat Lunch Alone” and thought it sounded like a good idea. My stomach agreed immediately. But it wasn’t until I actually started doing it, that it really started working for me. Socializing in general has been our greatest source of new business and referrals and I didn’t even realize it until recently. Casual conversations about work challenges and triumphs, and even heart-felt venting about frustrations have fueled our referral fire. But ask me to attend a networking event or “pitch” our company and I practically break out in hives. So what’s the difference? I’ve found that honest interactions and really authentic communication is the only way I can function effectively. And it helps us attract clients that are the same way. Double bonus.
So I embrace my insatiable hunger and I never turn down a coffee, a lunch, dinner, or even a snack with someone. And better still if it’s something I’ve never tried before. What your eating-mate chooses for food also gives you a glimpse into their personality too.
Let’s go get some chicken feet or some chia seed tea sometime. Bon appétit.
Let’s get the conversation started.
We’re all ears. And in Robert’s case, beard.
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