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3 Tips to Network Better

Jen Lawrence

The three simple tips below will help you network better so you can build your contacts list and better relationships. Give Out Business Cards. Hear me out on this – business cards are still the easiest way to share information at an event. Speaking of…. Build Relationships – not Leads.

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“Who, me, network?” Build Confidence in Your Networking Skill!

Office Dynamics

Bring business cards to an event or IAAP meeting, and set a goal to get or give a certain number before or after the meeting. Jot notes on the back of their card, and make it a goal to follow up with them within a week following the introduction (next day is even better!) Awesome wordsmith? Paint watercolors? Able juggler?].

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“Who, me, network?” Build Confidence in Your Networking Skill!

Office Dynamics

Bring business cards to an event or IAAP meeting, and set a goal to get or give a certain number before or after the meeting. Jot notes on the back of their card, and make it a goal to follow up with them within a week following the introduction (next day is even better!) Awesome wordsmith? Paint watercolors? Able juggler?].

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How I Learned to Love Selling (and How You Can Too)

Success

Sadly, this is the conventional wisdom on networking: talk about yourself with as many people as you can for just long enough to hand out your business card in the hopes that some of these seeds will sprout, even without watering. Change your mindset now—sales can be fun if you apply the six tips above.

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Getting buy in from the boss

Practically Perfect PA

Have the confidence to take the lead, be proactive and have a conversation with your boss. My top tips before you request Buy-In are: Adopt your bosses preferred communication style i.e. The language of leadership. Getting buy-in IS ACHIEVABLE and I managed to successfully get the following approved: Business Cards.

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Beating Networking Nerves

Small Business CEO

Rather than giving in to networking nerves, take a tip from Cognitive Behavioural Therapy strategies in psychology and face your fears head on so you can enjoy the benefits of making yourself known in a professional context. You can still build your confidence by talking to people in everyday situations. Fake it till you make it.

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Guest Blog: Networking Like a Pro

Laughing all the Way to Work

My goal for this blog is to give good tips and ideas and occasionally put a smile on your face as you start your day!Lets Be confident. To be able to network, you must have confidence. You need confidence in yourself, confidence in your abilities, and confidence in your networking skills. Be a good listener.