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Determine how often you should be networking in a given month. This will help you narrow down where you should be going.

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

When giving a person your card, personalize it by hand writing a note or additional contact information on it.

After you meet someone for the first time, record information that will give you something to talk to them about the next time you see them.

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, use it as an opportunity to get to know them.

Identify where you should go. All venues are not right for all people. Do your research and find the venues that make sense for your business.

Keep your business cards in the breast pocket of your coat, a shirt pocket, so they are easy to access and in good condition.

Do not approach two people who are talking, as you may be interrupting an important discussion.

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.