Networking Tips: The Guide to Networking Without Being Awkward

Networking Tips: The Guide to Networking Without Being Awkward

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Networking Tips: The Guide to Networking Without Being Awkward
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Attending conferences and business events doesn’t have to be AWKWARD. In fact, it can be a very rewarding experience and one that helps you build relationships that will last a lifetime.

Over the past few years I have attended MANY events and met thousands of people all over the world.

Through all my experiences attending events, I have been able to overcome my shyness and have discovered some great networking tips that I think can help anyone (yes, shy, introvert, extrovert, attendees, speakers, etc.) attend a conference and build relationships with the people they meet at the events.

0:00 How to navigate networking events?
1:03 Interact with the conference hashtag
1:56 The Best Conference Icebreaker
2:55 Take photos of business cards
4:30 Join random group chats
5:15 People don't mind random conversations
6:10 Join the event FB group
07:09 Go to off-site lunches for facetime
8:05 Don't rush to the podium after a lecture
9:53 Drink more water

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Here are some tips for those preparing for conference season

1) Engage with participants in advance by using the hashtag.
2) Best conference icebreaker: /"What's your favorite talk so far?"
3) Write additional information and reminders on business cards.
4) Don't be afraid to join random group conversations in the hallways.
5) Remember the Golden Rule. Most people don't mind random people saying hello. Most people don't mind random conversations. Most people don't mind you sitting down at their table for lunch.
6) Join the FB event group and keep an eye on the events.
7) Say yes to lunches out with fun people.
8) Don't be creepy/stalkerish. Be professional.
9) Remember: You can learn most of this online. Don't be afraid to skip a session and build a relationship.
10) Drink some water.

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