Networking tips

Friday 13th November 2009

target Networking tips

  • Arrive early
  • Go with a purpose
  • Act as the host not the guest
  • Ask people about themselves
  • Listen
  • Introduce yourself effectively (practice)
  • Don't forget to tell them your business name
  • Sell the "sizzle" not the sausage
  • Carry a large stock of business cards
  • Make sure you get a business card
  • Have a pen handy - write notes
  • Wear a name tag - right hand side
  • Talk to one person at a time
  • Give a lead or referral where possible
  • Wrap up the conversation gracefully and move on
  • Stay 15 minutes after the event
  • Record the names of news contacts
  • Follow up.....don't over promise
  • Pace yourself

 

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