It is refreshing to see a pay-it-forward movement in social media. I'm inspired by those who help others unconditionally.
Think of someone who recently exceeded your expectations. You should be more than willing to refer him or her to anyone within your professional network.
Here are 14 additional ways you can pay-it-forward professionally:
- Become a fan of their Facebook page and post a positive comment to the wall
- Write them a professional recommendation via LinkedIn or for their website
- Mail them a nice handwritten note or Hallmark card
- Write a positive letter to an industry related publication about him or her
- Introduce him or her one of your other trusted contacts
- Give a genuine comment on their blog
- Invite him or her to an upcoming networking or industry related event
- Create a nice blog post about him or her
- Promote him or her via Twitter including a link to their blog
- Call and tell this person why you appreciate them
- Interview him or her for a podcast or YouTube video
- Recommend him or her for an award
- Stop thinking, "What can you do for me?"
- Start asking, "What can I do for you?"
For more information about the Pay-It-Forward Movement started by the book's author, Catherine Ryan Hyde, check out the Pay It Forward Foundation.