THOUGHT LEADERS

CNOP is privileged to sponsor Thought Leaders, a group of distinguished people who have earned the respect of their peers within their fields, and who posses a keen interest in the science and art of relationship networking. The group is exploring points of intersection among the many disciplines that can benefit from the formal application of networking, and is especially focused on the growing role of networking in a business world that is becoming more and more automated.

IT'S A CAPITAL ASSET!

We know instinctively that a company's relationship network is an asset¾much business is built on personal relationships. Yet unlike intangibles such as goodwill and intellectual capital, there's no way to account for the value of a relationship network and its effect on the bottom line. In today's knowledge economy, this issue is just too important to ignore.  More...

Thought Leaders recognizes that the need for relationship networking skills will grow in direct proportion to the use of technology. In automated commerce, for example, strong personal ties will be significant differentiators. All things being equal (price, quality, delivery, availability, brand), the decision to buy or sell will be influenced by who we know, and by how well we know them. We are already seeing this phenomenon in employment. We also expect networking "soft skills" to be vital in globalization.

Thought Leaders exchange ideas on these and other topics. Some of their knowledge will find their way into RNIA and CNO Academy. 

The group may hold web-based symposiums to share ideas. Possible future topics include:

• Applying EQ in Relationship Networking

• CEO: the Chief Encouragement Officer

• Melding Human Resources with Relationship Networking

• The Organization as a "Personal" Contact

To learn more about CNOP's Thought Leaders, please write to us.