9 Secrets of Consummate Networkers
  1. Get curious. They are more interested in hearing others stories than in getting their business—which is precisely why he ends up getting so much business.

  2. Take risks. They never are afraid to speak up or ask questions, even if doing so might make them look ridiculous. It's a trait that should possessed for most of their lives.

  3. Offer to help.

  4. Give and ye shall receive. You think this is self- explanatory but look in the mirror

  5. Pay attention to details. Try to remeber names and details it will only help you later.

  6. Open your arms. a Welcoming attitude get them noticed in the community before he even moved in.

  7. Get people into their comfort zones. Trying to speak the same language as the folks with whom he interacts. Be careful to tailor the topic of conversation to each individual, and even changes his speech patterns when it seems appropriate.

  8. Break the ice with humor. Rather than shying away from awkward situations, uses them to connect with people.

  9. Try to make the world better with every interaction. They try to put forth only positive energy. Put a little energy into making people feel better. You can't control other people's lives—but you can put that energy out, and eventually it comes back.