The 15 most under-estimated personal branding tips

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1 Before heading out to an event determine its primary purpose organizers and target audience This will provide helpful conversational content when breaking the ice with other guests

2 Arrive in plenty of time to park check your coat and briefcase and register in a relaxed fashion Arriving late is discourteous but arriving too early makes you look anxious and perhaps a little desperate

3 Check out the registration area and select five people with whom you wish to speak ndash if you have not already done so based on a guest list you may have received in advance

4 If you donrsquot recognize anyone introduce yourself to one of the organizers and ask to be introduced to one or two of his or her guests

5 Walk purposely to the centre of the reception space versus along the wall or at the bar and make it your turf The key influencers usually congregate at the centre of the room which is where you want to be to project your personal brand

6 Resist the temptation to spend the event chatting with colleagues and friends Greet them briefly and be respectful but remember that opportunities to make fresh contacts await you ndash and your friends

7 Treat servers and support staff with respect Guests will notice your empathy and view you in a positive light as a leader who respects everyonersquos role

8 Rather than restrict your time at the event to say 90 minutes forget rationing your time there and promise yourself you wonrsquot leave until you have made three to five good contacts

9 Once you have spoken with the people you selected at the outset of the event thank the organizer for their hospitality and depart Avoid overstaying your welcome

10If you find yourself locked in a conversation that has run its course politely suggest to the other person that you donrsquot wish to monopolize their time as they probably want to speak with other guests (Indulging bores is unnecessary and drains your energy)

11Maintain eye contact during any conversation avoiding the temptation to look over the other personrsquos shoulder to zoom in on someone who is more interesting or of higher ldquovaluerdquo

12Conclude a conversation when you have communicated all that you feel you need to and have established a next step with your conversational partner ndash such as a follow up meeting or telephone conversation

13When departing thank the organizer for their hospitality making sure they remember your name by for example offering your business card

14Once you have left the event and are heading for the elevator keep going Saying goodbye to the same person or people twice makes you look indecisive and unprofessional

15Write a short thank you note to the organizer This will make you stand out among the many guests who were in attendance

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The 15 most under-estimated personal branding tips