A new edition of Devora Zack's classic bestseller (over 120,000 sold in 15 languages) on networking techniques that leverage the strengths of the mingling-averse, updated throughout, with two new chapters.
About The Author:
Devora Zack, Ceo at Only Connect Consulting, Inc., provides leadership programs to over a hundred clients, such as Cornell University, Mensa, Smithsonian, the Australian Institue of Management, London Business School, Deloitte, and the US Department of Education. She is also the author of Networking for People Who Hate Networking and Managing for People Who Hate Managing.
Praise:
“I hate ‘networking’ and I loved this book! Devora Zack knows networking, and her mission to make it easy and fun for you comes through on every page.”
—David Bach, #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Automatic Millionaire and The Latte Factor
“Are you an introvert who cringes at the thought of small talk, an extrovert like me who has never met a stranger, or somewhere in between? Wherever you are on the spectrum, reading Networking for People Who Hate Networking should be on your to-do list! This is a delightful assortment of stories, tips, and techniques to help you develop the connections you need to succeed—and learn more about yourself in the process.”
—Ken Blanchard, coauthor of The New One Minute Manager® and Leading at a Higher Level
“Devora expertly weaves insightful wisdom with a sparkle of wit to address the jungle of business networking. I’ve successfully applied many of her innovative strategies!”
—Hon. Walter McLean, former Secretary of State of Canada
“You are going to love reading this book! Devora Zack connects with the reader like no other business author I have ever read.”
—P. J. Kuyper, President, Motion Picture Licensing Corporation
“Devora understands the potential of the introverted networker. Her techniques will show you that what others may perceive as a weakness is actually your greatest strength.”
—Brian Tracy, author of Eat That Frog!
“I highly recommend this lighthearted, eminently practical book by a type-A introvert. (No, that’s not a typo!) It’s like having a trusted friend there at each step of the way as you become a world-class networker.”
—Jeff Martin, former Vice President, Human Resources, AOL
“Only buy this book if you want to improve your career, social, and family lives. If that doesn’t sound like you, Justin Bieber’s autobiography is two shelves over.”
—Amy Lemon, Program Manager, Office of Fellowships and Internships, Smithsonian
“No, you don’t have to run around collecting business cards from every single person at every single meeting. Devora Zack proves you can make lots of new connections that help you professionally and personally while being true to who you are.”
—Jeffery Weirens, National Managing Principal, Energy, Resources, and Industrials, Deloitte Consulting, LLP
“In the digital age, it’s all too easy to ignore the real-world interactions that forge lasting relationships. We need Devora’s wit and wisdom now more than ever to navigate networking in the 21st century.”
—David Meisegeier, Vice President and Senior Technical Director, ICF
“Devora Zack returns with a much-craved update to her essential networking guide. Love the new tech and new workplace context refits! Just proves everything changes except human behavior! Highly recommended!”
—Dave Summers, Director, Digital Media Production, American Management Association
“A tangible, practical guide to a daunting topic. Zack takes the reader by the hand and with a combination of humor and business savvy navigates effortlessly through the world of networking.”
—Howard Wiener, Principal, KPMG, LLP
