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Gave this presentation on 9/14/11 at Lawrence Tech to students and business professionals.
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10 ways networkingIs like dating
Beverly Cornell
Director of Awesome
September 14, 2011
3…2…1…GO!!
1. Be ReadyDo all the work you need to do to get on the market• Resume• Product knowledge etc.
Don’t sit in basement playing video games
2. Go out on the town1. Business clubs
2. Non profits
3. Social Media (LinkedIn, Twitter, Google+)
Time is precious
3. Work the RoomSpeed date with folks
You only have one shot!
4. Make a Great First impression• Be positive• Dress for the group
Be interested!
5. Ask Good QuestionsPeople love to talk about themselves
But keep some mystery!!
6. Be InterestingKnow the industry you want to get into and have some topics ready to discuss
Sweet and simple
7. Set a First DateAsk to get together for coffee
Being on time is late! Early is on time…
8. Show Up1. Be on time
Surprise and Delight
9. Be Thoughtful1. Articles or events they may like
2. Open doors for them
3. Law of reciprocity
Jump in!
10. Commit1. Join clubs
2. Get on committees
3. Serve in leadership/boards
Beverly.Cornell@mangolanguages.comTwitter: @beverlycornellLinkedin: Beverly Cornell
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