When I received my B.S. in Information and Computer Science I thought the only networking I would be doing would involve cables and computers. Now as a business owner I have come to realize the importance of Social/Business Networking.
Through networking we have made many valuable connections that have provided us the resources needed to continue both our professional and our personal growth. We have met partners, clients, vendors and friends.
In our experience, organizations that provide face-to-face meetings and events have allowed us to form strong personal relationships. We have also seen the advantage offered by online business networking sites because those allow us to meet people in other areas that we probably would not meet otherwise.
Some resources we have found valuable include:
1. National Association of Women Business Owners – Orange County (NAWBO-OC).
2. OC Metro Business Network
3. LinkedIn
4. Local Chamber of Commerce
5. Alumni Associations
6. Industry specific professional organizations
7. Professional organizations specific to your ethnic or religious background
Dawn Chiu (DQ)
