HIS Network is Your Network

You've heard the term "networking" before. It is a common term used in the business world. It has everything to do with making connections with people that have the potential to be a helpful resource. In today's culture, networking is essential to achieving your goals. Knowing the right people, at the right time, and leveraging those connections is so important.

When my wife and I got married, she was still living and working in New Jersey while I was in Delaware. She was looking for a job closer to our home for several months and could not find the right opportunity. We didn't want to settle for any job, but we wanted the right job that fits her future plans. We prayed and waited..prayed and waited...and did some more praying.

After we got back from the honeymoon, we still had this job challenge hanging over our heads. We were still living apart and something had to give. Out of nowhere, she meets someone through a friend that has connections at a company in her field of interest. This new acquaintance was cool enough to pass along my wife's resume to his contacts. Literally, within two weeks she was interviewed and hired. This is networking at its best.

For months, she was posting her resume on Monster.com, Career Builder, and other sites. No response. Then at the right time, she meets the right person, who had the right resources to place her where she needs to be. The job she landed was not a close fit, but a perfect fit.

Do you believe that God is orchestrating the right network for you? This network of people will enter your path to help you fulfill the plan of God. Make no mistake, your network will play a key role in making your vision come to pass. Some of these people will become close friends and others will be short lived relationships. Either way, they play an important role in your journey.

Here are some Evangeleader networking tips:

1. As you pray for direction, pray that you meet the right people.

2. Create a list of people you know that could be a helpful resource. List their strengths, skills, and the areas where they can help you.

3. Don't feel like your using people. Maintain sincere relationships and be honest when you need their help. Be straight forward in your communication.

4. Be discerning of new people you meet. Do not over-look people that may be entering your path for a reason. Make note of these people and add them to your list (#2). You may not need them now, but maybe 1 year from now.

5. Connect with people from your past that may now be in positions to help build your future. Try Facebook!

6. Keep in contact with your network. Send emails, make phone calls, and shoot text messages.

7. Thank people when they do help you get closer to your goal. Gratitude will leave room for even more grace.

8. Lastly, strive to be on another person's network list. Life is about giving.

Remember, HIS network is your network.

Pop the Culture,

B.A.P