1 Good Ideas but Alittle Out-dated
I think this audio cassette gives some good ideas and reasons for keeping in touch with people and learning how to network. I think alot of the ideas talked about are really worthwhile things to put into practice.
But the basis of this is the author's Rolodex. He lightly touches on Outlook or computers as ways to keep in touch with people. I would like to see this updated with more ideas for using computers and the internet for putting the author's ideas into practice.
2 Not worth your money and time
This audio set spends most of its time talking about the importance of network, not how to build a network of powerful relationships. I assume if you are looking for similar products, you already know the importance. The author talks of his life experience like a nice grandpa - soothing for those looking for comfort but the practical information is very diluted. When it finally talks about "how", it's mostly common sense. It's a waste of money and time.
3 Save Your Money
This is merely common sense stuff folks. I really felt cheated when I listened to it. It bored me out of my skull. I would prefer listening to Jack Welch 50 times in a row than have to hear the plodding, mono-tone, comon sensical tripe that's on these. Nothing new or innovative. Save your money.
4 You never know how valuable the people you meet can be.
Harvey MacKay talks about how using your rolodex can keep you in touch with people who someday will turn into an incredible asset. He tells the story how he got his first book published as an unknown author by Simon & Schuster. This is just because of all the people he knew and kept in contact with. The stories about Bill Clinton and George Bush are priceless.
The ideas I got out of the tape have increased my knowledge about power relationships. Now with the power of email, my network has blossomed into an incredible force that keeps doors open for present and future business.
Also, Harvey has great reading style. I have listened to this tape at least 6 times in the last 8 months.
