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  <body>&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;Increased Interaction Brings Increased Cooperation&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;How true it is when it comes to building solid relationships with others.  Take a moment and think about rolling a pair of dice. If we asked you to roll one of the dice it would be called a die.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;As you know, most die are numbered from 1 to 6 right? OK, now here&amp;rsquo;s the question.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;If you roll the die 20 times in a row, and the die lands on the number 3, what are the odds that the next time you roll the die it will land on the number 3? Now don&amp;rsquo;t rush into it. Think for a moment.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Now most people that I mention this to say one of two things:&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;The odds are not very likely&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;OR&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ul&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;The odds are very likely&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ul&gt;
&lt;p&gt;The reality is that in both cases the odds are the same. They are one in six.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;With that said, what&amp;rsquo;s most interesting about this formula, is the magic number of 6.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Now, let us contrast rolling dice to increasing interaction.  Increasing interaction brings increased cooperation with others.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;From my own observations, and from self research, my theory is that if you can interact with someone at least six times, then you&amp;rsquo;ll end up having a 50/50 chance of either building an incredible relationship or not having a relationship at all.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;While I&amp;rsquo;m open to having a relationship with others, it&amp;rsquo;s only through mutual consideration that a relationship is possible. If you consider that the interaction you had could lead into an incredible relationship with someone then it is so. It&amp;rsquo;s that simple.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;So what is it I&amp;rsquo;m saying you ask?  I&amp;rsquo;m saying that if you are interested in pursuing a relationship with another, make the attempt to interact at least six times from the time you first meet them.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;By doing this, you&amp;rsquo;re in a position to continue to the lay the foundation toward building a wonderful relationship with another.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;When all is said and done, just being there is never enough. Follow-up, increased interaction, and a sincere approach to the relationship is a winning combination.&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Stay with the thought that it&amp;rsquo;s important to interact with people a minimum of 6 times. The premise is that if you can get up to 6 interactions with anyone, it&amp;rsquo;s likely that you&amp;rsquo;ll have a relationship in place that will never end.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Below is a simple formula to help you get to the magic of 6.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;&lt;b&gt;How to Interact Six Times&lt;/b&gt;&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Here&amp;rsquo;s a simple method to the madness in building six interactions into your relationships.&lt;/p&gt;
&lt;ol&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;You meet someone for the first time.&lt;br /&gt;
    &amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;You send an e-mail stating that you enjoyed the interaction and look forward to seeing them again in the future. (Do this within 24 hours) The faster the better&lt;br /&gt;
    &amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;If you have something in common, and you think that a project can be initiated or a partnership can be put in place, suggest that you call them within 72 hours. (The faster the better)&lt;br /&gt;
    &amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;After the call, and if it makes sense, attempt to get together with 7 days. (The faster the better)&lt;br /&gt;
    &amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;After you&amp;rsquo;ve been together, thank them for taking the time to meet with you. (Do this within 24 hours)&lt;br /&gt;
    &amp;nbsp;&lt;/li&gt;
    &lt;li&gt;Stay in touch.&lt;/li&gt;
&lt;/ol&gt;
&lt;p&gt;Remember, everyone wants want they want , and they want it NOW!&lt;/p&gt;</body>
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  <summary>&lt;p&gt;Just being at a conference is never enough. I promise that if you follow the simple premise of increasing your interaction with others, the opportunity of building strong relationships&amp;nbsp;are almost guaranteed. Let's go after the relationship together.&lt;/p&gt;</summary>
  <title>The Power Is In The Follow-Up</title>
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