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Authentic leaders are the most successful networkers - there is no effort in their ability to connect, genuinely, with others.

A great example of this is this type of leader is Ron Conway - actually, great article from yesterday "The Ronco Principle" by PG.

One thought this article does not contemplate is the impact of people who are not self-aware. There are many people I have met who truly believe they are great networkers, but they lack the leadership trait of authenticity.. be afraid, very afraid.