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A networking event is not a time to see how many business cards you can acquire. It is a time to develop a few relationships that have potential.

Prepare yourself physically and mentally for the event. Dress appropriately. Bring business cards. Turn your phone off or set it to vibrate.

After the person has shared something with you, ask them another question about what they just said.

Initiate conversation with someone who is standing by themselves.

en receiving a business card from someone, take a moment to write yourself a note on it such as where you met.

When you arrive at a networking event, dont go to people you know. Find someone new , this will keep you in the right frame of mind why you came.

When you meet someone for the first time, you have 48 hours to follow up with them before they will completely forget about meeting you.

The best location for networking is by a high traffic area such as a main door, the bar, or near the food.

When a person is talking to you be sure to look directly at them. Giving a person full attention with your eyes will encourage them to share more.

Never try to barge into a group of people. Do not attempt to enter into the discussion until you have made eye contact.