Remarkable Networking: The Difference Between Fitting In and Standing Out

Over the years of hosting and facilitating business networking clubs, we’ve had the privilege of meeting countless professionals. Through this experience, we’ve come to recognize a clear distinction between two types of networkers: the predictable and the remarkable.

Yes, predictable is the key word here.

Predictable vs. Remarkable Networkers

Predictable networkers follow a common pattern:

• They show up, talk about themselves and their business, then move on to the next person.

• They attempt to sell immediately rather than build relationships.

• They name-drop their best clients to impress, only to disappear soon after.

Sound familiar? If you’ve ever left a networking event feeling like it didn’t work for you, chances are you encountered too many predictable networkers.

On the other hand, there’s a different breed of professionals—remarkable networkers. These individuals approach networking with purpose, vision, and a long-term mind-set. They ask meaningful questions, such as:

• “I want to build a network that believes in me. How can I contribute to this group?”

• “How can I earn everyone’s trust and support while helping others grow?”

These questions strike a chord. They reflect an understanding that success isn’t just about making connections—it’s about building them.

The Power of Remarkable Networking

Remarkable networking isn’t about instant transactions; it’s about fostering collaboration, trust, and mutual growth. It’s a continuous process—one that goes beyond simply attending events and exchanging business cards.

At its core, remarkable networking is about:

✅ Helping others thrive – Prioritizing relationships over quick wins.

✅ Strategic collaboration – Working with like-minded professionals to win projects together.

✅ Long-term commitment – Building a network that evolves, adapts, and succeeds over time.

In summary, being remarkable means going beyond the predictable. It means striving for excellence, continuously improving, and never settling for “average.” Today’s remarkable networker can become tomorrow’s predictable one if they stop evolving.

So, commit to the journey. Stay different. Keep building. And most importantly, never stop learning how to network remarkably year on year.

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