Sunday, March 13, 2011

entertainment industry coach question 738:What 3 things should you do when you go to a networking event?

1. Set a goal for the number of new people you will meet
2. Spend time creating the relationship before asking for their card (getting their information is far more important than giving yours. Of course you should still give yours once you get theirs)
3. Put notes on the business card to remind you what they looked like and what you spoke about

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1 comment:

Anonymous said...

These are great tips and relevant to all industry networking events not just the entertainment industry. #2 is my favorite -- you have to engage them and create that relationship or getting the card/contact info won't matter because they won't respond when you call.

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