The power of connection; strategic networking for career growth
March 24, 2025
Strategic networking is an essential skill in today’s business landscape. Advancing relationships can lead to professional growth, collaboration and opportunities.
To maximize the effectiveness of networking, adopting specific strategies can be pivotal. Begin by defining what you want to achieve through networking. Are you seeking mentorship, job opportunities, industry insights, or partnerships?
Clear objectives guide your approach and help you identify the right individuals to connect with.
Social media platforms are powerful tools for networking. Share valuable content, engage in discussions, and participate in relevant groups to increase your visibility. Regularly interacting with your network helps you fosters relationships.
Strategic networking is an essential skill in today’s business landscape. Advancing relationships can lead to professional growth, collaboration and opportunities.
To maximize the effectiveness of networking, adopting specific strategies can be pivotal. Begin by defining what you want to achieve through networking. Are you seeking mentorship, job opportunities, industry insights, or partnerships?
Clear objectives guide your approach and help you identify the right individuals to connect with.
CHAMBER ACTIVITIES
- Business Card Exchange, 5-7 p.m. March 27 at Fedora’s Cigar & Wine Bar, 2177 Tamiami Trail, Punta Gorda. Appetizers and refreshments will be provided for this big party. There will be a fun icebreaker game for everyone. Please bring a gift to promote your business. Don’t forget your business cards. Register at charlottecountychamber.org or 941-627-2222. This is a member event.
- Ribbon cutting at Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Homes and Cremation Services, 5-8 p.m. Tuesday, March 25 at 625 E. Marion Ave, Punta Gorda. The ribbon cutting for the grand reopening is at 5:30 p.m. Food and refreshments will be provided; this will be a dual ribbon cutting with our friends from the Punta Gorda Chamber. Everyone is welcome. To RSVP, visit charlottecountychamber.org or call the chamber office 941-627-2222
SPECIAL EVENTS - The 14th Annual Charlotte County Chamber Classic is set for May 10 at the Aileron Gulf Club, 11274 SE Aileron Way, Lake Suzy. This is your opportunity to golf at Sunseeker Resort’s exclusive golf course. Check-in is at 7 a.m. with a shotgun start at 8:30 a.m. All are welcome to participate is our golf tournament which funds our Junior Leadership Charlotte Program for high school juniors. Sign up your foursome today. Contact the chamber office at 941-627-2222 or visit charlottecountychamber.org to register your team.
Our golf tournament funds our Junior Leadership Charlotte Program (for juniors in high school). If you are interested in becoming our Lunch Sponsor, contact the chamber office today at (941) 627-2222 or visit charlottecountychamber.org to register your team. We are sold out and have a full field of golfers.
Bob White is executive director of the Charlotte County Chamber of Commerce and may be reached at bwhite@charlottecountychamber.org or 941-627-2222.