Networking

We spend much of our lives meeting people, whether in our private or public worlds. We then collect a vast amount of contacts, but do we know what to do with this information or how to use the skills of the people we meet. I've been networking for years, not knowing what to do with this collection of data. In the last 24 hours, I've learnt for the first time about Alliance Partnerships and (formal) partnerships - I'm seeking both, but didn't know how to negotiate these opportunities. Ignorance can be bliss, but it can also hold you back from moving forward in your ambitions.