Hello!

This is my first post here. I have been 'lurking' for quite a while and decided to join this evening and look forward to becoming a regular poster on the forums.

I have a question for you guys about networking websites.

I am quite new to online networking and currently use OpenBC. I have found it to be a fantastic tool and have made some brilliant contacts, probably some of the best that I have ever made. I do feel, however, that I am maybe missing out on other similar sites.

I was wondering if there are any other online networking sites that you guys use that I might find useful?

Thanks very much for any help.

I've visited OPENBC before and I agree, it's a great way to establish new business connections. Smart Investment!

I'm not sure about online networking sites... but I've had great success
networking at live seminars, like Armand Morin's Big Seminar.

Also, I know of some joint venture sites where you might connect with business
people who are looking for joint venture partners (it's a form of networking).
Three sites that come to mind are:

www.jvdealmakers.com
www.jvalert.com
www.jv-network.com

I saw this in The Wall Street Journal a few days ago: http://www.jigsaw.com/

Although I am not in to online networking, but i am a member of Ecademy...
Its a good palce and most of the members are into networking.
here is the link www.ecademy.com

[Adara]

The success of customer communities has shown that business relationships can be created and developed on the Web, and online dating has shown that deep personal relationships can be, as well. Online business networking, connecting and creating opportunities on the Web, is the next logical step. Here you'll find various online networking sites. Business networking serves many purposes: sales, general marketing, recruiting, job-hunting, knowledge exchange, and business development (in the sense of strategic alliances, joint ventures and channel sales). Of all these, business development is the one that it supports best. In fact, business development and business networking are closely related. Online networking sites offer unprecedented ways for entrepreneurs to identify and connect with potential partners.

[ricky]

Basically business networking is about the act referring business to people that you have grown to know, like and trust, and for them to do the same for you. For most small business owners, proper networking skills are necessary for their continued existence and success. An owner that is well-versed in networking skills can be nearly assured a profitable business climate and a steady stream of both new customers and repeat business.