NETWORKING KNOW-HOW #3: THE EARLY BIRD GETS … EVERYTHING!
Published on Nov 18, 2015
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NETWORKING KNOW-HOW #3:
THE EARLY BIRD GETS … EVERYTHING!
Some of the best and most powerful conversations I have ever had have happened at events.
The magic is that the conversations occurred because I had arrived prior to the start of the meeting.
Be sure to get my gift to you at the end of this presentation…see the P.S.
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The folks who are in the know that you need to know...
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(i.e., the staff, speaker and hosts … and early birds)
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get to events well ahead of time to set up, get settled, find a seat and make powerful connections, all before the meeting starts.
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If you make it a practice to arrive early,
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you too will have an opportunity to make {or re-make} their acquaintance when you arrive in the window of time called “after the details are handled, before the people arrive.”
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As my southern husband would say, here’s what you need to know to “get yourself situated:”
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Who is attending? Who is the speaker? What time does the meeting start? End?
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2. Replenish your stash of business cards.
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3. Plan to arrive at least 10-15 minutes early.
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You’ll have the chance to catch your breath, bring down your heart rate, visit the loo, reserve your seat, and grab a drink.
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You’ll probably get a smokin’ hot parking spot, too.
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5. Put your nametag on your left side.
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6. Silence your cell phone.
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Vibrate is fine if you must stay connected (I’m a mom, I get it), and you want to avoid being rude.
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Excuse yourself before you check to see who’s calling.
7. Smile (with teeth).
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Breathe. Have fun!
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The next person you meet could be just the person who changes the trajectory of your business forever.
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P.S. I have a special gift for you!
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Jeffrey Shaw from Creative Warriors podcast compiled an hour’s worth of podcast highlights, specifically curated for creative professionals!
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It’s an audio download called, “Lessons Along The Path”
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Within it you’ll find on-the-go training and inspiration from myself and other business professionals.
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ICYMI: Here's the link for that again.
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