Networking 101
Tips for During Your Meeting
Body language can often speak louder than spoken words:
- Do not fidget or play with your hair
- Shake your contact's hand firmly
- Do not rock from side to side
- Make comfortable eye contact
- Do not look around when talking or being spoken to
- Smile
- Do not chew gum
- *Be enthusiastic and positive, high energy is contagious*
Communication is key:
- Listen carefully to what the contact has to say, a good networker is a good listener
- Avoid using filler words such as "um", "like", "you know"
- Show confidence in your voice
- Offer a resume if you have a professional looking one; if you don't have one with you, offer to send it
- Ask for a business card or write down the contact's name
- Your dialogue should be concise, casual and conversational
Last updated on Monday, September 18, 06 at 01:41:17 PM EDT.
