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How to Network Like an All Star

Published on Nov 18, 2015

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PRESENTATION OUTLINE

HOW TO NETWORK LIKE AN ALL STAR

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TOP NETWORKING FEARS

  • Talking to strangers
  • Hate getting in front of crowds
  • Lack of confidence
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If you plan on doing business with people, you're going to have to go and talk to people.

But it doesn't have to be the end of the world!

DON'T BE THE SHY GUY

HIDING OUT IN THE CORNER BY YOURSELF!

When you go to a networking event, you need to have a strategic plan, focusing on your business goals.

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FOCUS ON MAKING CONNECTIONS

  • Not everybody is going to be an ideal customer for you
  • Always think about people you can refer
  • Seek out interesting, like-minded individuals
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PROVIDE VALUE TO THE GROUP

  • Don't be a spammer, bro!
  • Showcase the benefits you provide to the community
  • How can you help the people you meet?

APPROACH THE TIMID

MAKE THEM COMFORTABLE, FIND OUT WHY THEY CAME

DISCOVER HOW TO PROVIDE

BENEFIT TO THE PEOPLE YOU ENCOUNTER
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Become a connector.

Develop a community database to be able to recommend people.

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Be the one that people go to when they're looking for somebody.

Build a network through your networking.

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How much business do your business cards generate?

Build Personal Connections-REACH OUT & FOLLOW UP WITH THOSE YOU WANT TO WORK WITH

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TAKE ACTION!

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CONTACT THE 5 MOST INTERESTING PEOPLE

  • Thank them & remind them of the conversation
  • Ask them about their ideal clients
  • Remind them of the benefits your business provides
  • Offer to meet one-on-one
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If you hosted your own events, what would they look like?
Who would you want to be there?

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