10 Ways Networking is like Dating

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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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