"Net-work" involves activity - otherwise it would be called "Net-DoNothing"

Since becoming an active user of LinkedIn I've realised that there is a great strength in joining forces with like minded individuals. It's called Network because there is a degree of activity required to maintain connections in the world around you.

As Ivan Misner has quoted "Successful people do not achieve their success on their own; instead, they surround themselves with a well-developed, sophisticated support network." -

In my daily role, connecting with IT specialists and others that can aid me fulfil my duties in the organisation to achieve beneficial outcomes by showing genuine interest in others is not only courteous but by building a connection it can be mutually beneficial in both the short and long term.

Arnold Sanow wrote a really cathartic essay entitled "20 Ways To Make Yourself More Memorable". In it he re-enforces some base philosophies that emphasise the act of common courtesy.

Several techniques can Aid you in this objective:

• The S.O.F.T.E.N. technique - S=smile, O=open posture, F=forward lean, T=stay out of their territory, E=eye contact, N=nod to show understanding.
• G.A.I.N.S exchange - Goals / Accomplishments / Interests / Network / Skill (by doing this you strengthen your relationships)

As long as you follow the basic rules and show genuine interest in all your connections then it can be a mutually beneficial experience... Go on, do it today.... Having 1 connection in LinkedIn is not an option.... Don't "Net-DoNothing" - "NetWork" !!!