Networking Tips

Do you want to Network but you are to shy to try? I share with you some tips that will be useful to get over your shyness and get to know some interesting people.

 1.- Arrive early, if you go to an event were you don't know a lot of people its easier to start a conversation when there are less people to interact with, there is not that much competence and some of them will be waiting for their friends to arrive, meanwhile they have more chances to do networking

2.- Go to different events, not only those that have the "Networking" title. For example, you could go to a conference, workshop, concert, exposition, openings, cocktails. If the event you are invited lasts more than one day, you will have more chances to get to know a lot of people.

 3.-Ask simple questions like, what bring you to this event? If it's a small group something like, may I join you? Make your questions personal, avoid speaking about the weather so you engage your new friends. This is related to the next tip. 

4.- Make people feel special to share something interesting. Make them share their personal passions and interests. It is always welcome an enthusiast talk that a small talk.

5.- Smile, people use to forget how much worth a smile has. It is strong and attractive a person with a great smile. You are sending a positive message that you can be achieved and you are an easy person.

6.- Make sure to get at least one new contact on each event, you don't need to have the goal of 100 contacts per event. Then make sure you give the proper follow up to your new acquaintances.