What should you wear to a networking event? That’s a good question because the answer depends on the event and your purpose for attending. Are looking for new customers, a job, or to connect with influencers? Is the event after hours at a local watering hole or is a business luncheon at a fine dining [...]
Want to meet for coffee? So, I make quarterly plans. My plans cover the many tasks I’m privileged to do —leadership, blogging, social media, and more. I also include outside activities like networking in my plan. My first quarter goals for 2025 my networking action plan is to attend two networking events and two meet-for-coffees [...]
You should know and follow these rules of holiday networking. Yes, the Holiday season is upon us. It’s a time when humanity is a little friendlier, the food and drinks are forthcoming, and people greet each other with love and hope in their hearts. And whether you consciously consider it or not, it’s a time [...]
As I outlined this post about LinkedIn networking, I became aware of several recurring themes in my blogs. One is that I'm not an "expert" on every topic I write about. I'm not as effective at LinkedIn networking as I could or should be. Wait—what? You may wonder why I would write a blog on [...]
Your best networking plan shouldn't be complicated. I remember representing an organization at a local business event. I set up a table, handed out brochures, and answered questions. The event lasted the better part of the afternoon, with speakers presenting throughout the day. I was looking forward to seeing a scheduled presentation on networking, a [...]
Why networking gamification? Do you dread networking events? Is it difficult for you to make connections in forced situations especially with strangers? Or are you an outgoing, never met a stranger type of person but you never seem to meet the right people at networking events? Well, here’s your answer, networking gamification, a scavenger hunt. [...]
How to get the most out of a conference starts with knowing what you want or need. It's 2023 and for the first time in three years you're considering attending a conference in person. There’ll be keynote speakers and breakout presenters, work groups with industry leaders, and opportunities to connect with old friends and new. [...]
We've all been to a networking event and been cornered by “that” person, a networking Ninny Muggins. You know, the one whose motto is always be selling, or they’re so self-involved they have a conversation with themselves while you listen, nod, and drift. I’m here to tell you, whatever the networking experts have told you—that’s [...]
So, you shouldn't network if. What? Now I’m telling you not to network? Hold the presses. This blog has an entire category dedicated to networking and social media. In it I promote networking. I share proven networking strategies. The blog is pro-networking for goodness sake. And now I’m telling you not to network? What gives? [...]
Your organization has sponsored networking events as an affiliate, and you, as well as your team, are active networkers. Is it time to create, manage, and host a networking event? And with so many events available to attend why would you need or want to host an event? Why You Should Host an Event Hosting [...]
