The first thing you’ll notice at any seminar like this one is the amount of people that attend. Discovering new opportunities in the business world can be a refreshing feeling.If nothing else, networking provides members of the business community an outlet to reassure one another that their current business doesn’t have to be the only job they ever do. The first step in networking is putting oneself out there to be met by others, and engaging in conversation about business, and life with other likeminded individuals.

The next thing you’ll notice at an event like this are the prevalence of business cards. The importance of business cards in networking is essential. If you have business cards be sure to bring them, if you don’t yet have cards, get some. Having a business card and distributing it freely will help you become successful at networking. If you need reassurance, look at those that profit off networking the most, real estate agents, stock brokers, and other broker types. Do you ever see a drought in business cards among these individuals? Some people have stacks of cards high enough to hit an 11 foot ceiling.

Another thing you would notice happening at this event are the unabashed marketing of products, and services. Market your product when networking. What if you don’t have a product for sale? You may have a service, or an idea, whatever it may be, market it while networking. You will be surprised at how many people can help you achieve your dream.

When you are networking try your best to get the most out of the situation. Next time you are at a networking event, instead of enjoying the free pigs in a blanket, make the most of it by actively networking.

Speaker: Alex Mandossian, Faculty Member, X10 Seminar

Length: 44 min 37 sec

Description: Networking Strategies