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The Past, Present, and Hybrid Future of Networking

Allwork

Business networking has been around for centuries, and building connections remains a crucial part of modern business. . Networking practices continue to change and evolve, and the Covid-19 pandemic rapidly changed the way businesses promote their services and build connections. . Networking Prior to 2020 .

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How to Make Networking Less Painful

Success

For many young professionals, attending a networking event sounds about as fun as going to the dentist. Networking remains one of the most effective ways to find a new job, particularly when done in person. Anecdotally speaking, connecting with others via networking events has been integral to building my business.

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How To Practice Good Business Card Etiquette

Office Dynamics

We will be exchanging quite a few business cards at this upcoming event. Did you know there are etiquette rules for giving and receiving cards? Here are a few pointers that can be helpful when you are networking and meeting people: Treat your business card as a representation of you. Store it carefully.

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Organizing Business Cards: Scan 'em

Clutter Coach

I've recommended the Fujitsu ScanSnap in the past as a good all-around scanner, but apparently it doesn't do that well with business cards. It's annoying to have to buy a tool that only does one thing, but for business card scanning, the CardScan is the one to have. Originally posted 2009-02-06 16:49:22.

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Do you have a business card?

Practically Perfect PA

Do you have a a business card? I always felt I should have a business card. I would go so far as to say I felt a bit resentful when colleagues were pulling out business cards in meetings or during networking events and I wouldn’t have anything to hand over to my new contact.

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Pic of the Day: Business Cards

The Small Business Blog

Today’s picture demonstrates that not even a bad business card has to be a barrier to your success. This is apparently the original business card of Bill Gates himself and it would certainly have stood out if you received it at a networking event.

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3 Tips to Network Better

Jen Lawrence

Networking events can be intimidating, exhausting, and somewhat frustrating – just by pure nature. The three simple tips below will help you network better so you can build your contacts list and better relationships. Networking events are all about human connection. Give Out Business Cards. Speaking of….