Tips for Networking

Tips for Networking

The primary reason for attending a networking event, in addition to your other personal reasons, is to generate new business and acquire new leads. How you present yourself to the others in attendance will determine the outcomes of this. And believe me, I’ve seen almost everything at this point!

Some people simply ramble on about the events of the week; Sometimes nothing at all related to their company. However, you only have a few precious seconds to make a good first impression in a one-on-one conversation. You have 30 to 60 seconds to introduce yourself to the group in many networking groups.

Some take only 15 seconds. Therefore, make the most of the opportunity to convey your message and request the particular lead or contact you require. How to get the most out of your 30 to 60 seconds in networking? It all comes down to asking for specifics.

The Ramblers As previously stated, some individuals simply ramble on about the events of the week; and there are times when it has nothing to do with their business at all. It is typically extremely uninteresting and a real turnoff. This is pretty much a complete waste of the opportunity for networking. Why are they still present?

Business Systems We’ve all been told that effective business systems are essential to a company’s success. It is the reason why McDonald’s has become such a hugely successful business.

In case you didn’t know, the steps above are the foundation of your company’s business system. Having systems in place can be advantageous for businesses of any size or stage of expansion. Why the bottles of water?

You might be wondering why this post has a picture of water bottles. Well, that is one of the things I do every day: I fill these two “recycled glass” water bottles first thing in the morning and put them on my desk. (One is a wine bottle, and the other is vodka!

Genuine recycled glass! LOL) My objective is to drink this water throughout the day to maintain optimal body hydration and function. In fact, the idea for this post came from doing this today. Additionally, it would be beneficial for you to incorporate it into your daily routine. Make sure you have water bottles in your car if you spend the day out and about. Other things you can do for your business include creating a To-Do list and spring cleaning your workspace.

People will subscribe to your content and also share it with others if you do a great job with your online content. That establishes trust, expands your reach, and strengthens your connection with them.

You will eventually turn those connections into customers, and those customers will become repeat customers. That is the nurturing pathway you wish to establish.