It all begins with goals. If you don’t define your networking goals, then you will be lost. Those without goals are running on a treadmill. Those with goals are running on a track. You can’t build up your muscles without (a) first establishing well defined goals and (b) breaking them down first.

Your network will lose value overtime. Don’t stop growing and maintaining your network. This all begins with a positive mindset. If you are positive, you will have the momentum to meet new people. Take the initiative. Other people respect initiative.