The Networking Blog

In a previous post named Where to Network, we have covered in which circles to connect and how to network online. It occurred to me, that we still haven’t given any tools on how to ACTUALLY network with people when the opportunity occurs, even if you are not a people person. In this post we will explore one classic example, which is attending a convention. I gathered my opinion on the subject from attending, organizing and networking in a few events, and organized my thoughts in 5 practical steps easy to follow:

1. What to wear? If you are a man, don’t laugh at this point, this is not a fashion tip! It’s important to wear something suitable for the occasion, but try to wear something comfortable for you. If you usually don’t wear a suit, don’t start now, people will notice you are uncomfortable, and it can be interpreted as unreliable. If you are not sure, and there isn’t a clear dress code, try asking a colleague on similar events. Remember, dress code is important, but feeling comfortable around others is crucial.

Sometimes, dressing wrong for the occasion is serving a purpose…

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In our post Networking Where you Least Expect It, we’ve offered various places that are possible networking locations: sports groups, political activities, and in fact, any place is a good place for networking.

This week we’ve discovered that even a very short taxi ride can be an opportunity for making connections. My girlfriend took a short taxi ride in town. You know how taxi drivers like to talk  - they’re born with excellent networking skills.

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