2014 Networking on the Introvert’s Side of the Room Michele Marut #GHC

Credit: invent/ /sizes/l/in/photostream/ A typical networking event

2014 Introverts  Are everywhere  Prefer small groups  Recharge alone

2014 Credits: UX Stencil © Todd Zazelenchuk & Elizabeth Boling Tech activities leverage introvert traits

2014 Networking  Many uses  Relies on relationships Methods of finding jobs – Bureau of Labor Statistics

2014 Dunbar’s number Maximum number of people with which we can maintain relationships 150 = = 10 people

2014 FOUR WAYS INTROVERTS CAN BUILD THEIR NETWORK

Engage in online communities

2014 Caroline’s Network Caroline Jarrett Jakob Nielsen Gerry Gaffney Ginny Redish Mark Barratt Lou Rosenfeld Whitney Quesenbery

2014 Tips for engaging in online communities  Jump in  Post during events  Share your knowledge

2014 Credits: AIGA Philly 2. Attend low key events

2014 Tips for attending low key events  Go casual  Bring your favorite people  Step away (if you need to recharge)

Attend Activity Based Events

2014 Tips for attending activity-based events  Pick fun things  Act early  Look for activities within conferences

Volunteer at the event

2014 Tips for volunteering at events  Work the sign-in table  Chat with volunteers  Use your backstage pass

2014 NOT DONE YET …. REMEMBER TO MAINTAIN THE NETWORK

2014 Offer your resources! The more you trade, the better your chances of victory. Even if it is not your turn, you should offer trades to the current player! - Settlers of Catan game rules Settlers of Catan Credit:

2014 Do…  Engage in on-line communities  Attend more low-key events  Choose events with activities  Volunteer at the event Remember!  Always offer your resources  Feel free to step away from the group

2014 Resources  Find Events −College alumni chapters −Meet-up.com /Eventbrite – start-up, tech, ux, etc… −Professional Groups  Books/Sites −Never Eat Alone: And Other Secrets to Success, One Relationship at a Time by Keith Ferrazzi and Tahl Raz −The Power of Introverts by Susan Cain

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