POWER NETWORKING Power your future … Start your investment today 30 seconds to make the right lasting impression Psychology Today says we process small clues, everything from tone of vice to posture, and in a snap we form a larger picture in our minds. This means that people may draw conclusions and finalize opinions, in under one minute. Walk away with some tips on how to formulate a 30 second elevator speech and connect with someone in a memorable way. We will then practice in our power networking session where you will get time to test out your skills in a fun, speedy way and in a safe environment. Building your human network takes time, start your investment today!

Me, In 30 Seconds Hi, my name is Alyssa Keller. Today, I am excited to share my experience with networking. I graduated Syracuse University summa cum laude with a dual business degree in Marketing & Accounting. For the last ~20 years I have worked in corporate America, for large complex organizations, where I have had to hone my networking skills to continue growing personally and advancing professionally. I am a strong leader, with international experience and a collaborative style, proven to take complex problems and rally a team to a successful outcome. I’d love to learn more about each of you and how we can help one another expand our networks.

You get ONE chance to make a good first impression make the most of every first impression making networking situations easier making networking more productive ready-to-go introduction take a lot of the stress off present as confident, self-assured forces clarity for yourself tunes into what you are looking for Do you ever feel a little tongue-tied when telling others what you do, or just uncomfortable talking about yourself? imagine that you get into an elevator with another person, they ask what you do and you only have that brief moment in an elevator to give them a meaningful response. Seize the opportunity to make others more willing trust you and consider you a worthwhile acquaintance. "When you first meet a person, he makes a judgment about you in approximately four seconds, and his judgment is finalized largely within 30 seconds of the initial contact,"says Brian Tracy, author, speaker, and trainer to individuals and companies. Whether you're interviewing for your dream job, meeting your future in-laws, or seeking to make connections in a networking event, there's a lot riding on the first impression you make. An article in Psychology Today says research "collectively indicates that you may only get a few seconds to make a first impression that is tied to the future of your relationship."

It’s more than just a firm handshake, but that counts too! BE YOU smile make eye contact firm handshake less will always be more keep in context with the setting embrace understatement first chapter of Smart Talk (“How to Take the Hell Out of Hello”) How do you introduce yourself? When you feel particularly insecure, do you prop up your courage with your introduction? Do you make sure to include titles or accomplishments or "facts," even when you don't need to? If so, that makes your introduction all about you and not your audience. Instead: Decide that less will always be more. Brief introductions are always best. Provide the bare minimum the other person needs to know, not in an attempt to maintain distance but because during the conversation more can be revealed in a natural, unforced, and therefore much more memorable way. Stay aware of the setting. If you meet another parent at a school meeting, for example, just say, "Hi, I'm Joe. My daughter is in third grade." Keep your introduction in context with the setting. If there is no real context, like at a soccer game, just say, "Hi, I'm Joe. Good luck!" Embrace understatement. Unless you're in a business setting, your job title is irrelevant. If you're asked what you do and you do happen to be the CEO of My Company is Better Than Yours Inc., just say you work there. To err is human; to err humble is always divine. Focus on the other person. Ask questions. Listen. The best connections never come from speaking; they always come from listening - The Perfect Way to Introduce Yourself (In Any Setting) | Inc. Just be yourself: skills and triumphs and struggles and failures and all. Always trust that who you are is more than enough. Because it always is. - The Perfect Way to Introduce Yourself (In Any Setting) | Inc.

PRACTICE initial introduction What to focus on instead. Trying to force your way into interactions is likely to be less effective than focusing on adding value and doing it in a way that's authentic for you. If it's a job interview, focus on how you can contribute to the company. If it's dinner with future in-laws, focus on your commitment to love and cherish their child. And if it's networking, focus on how you can help the other person. When you try to make a good first impression, you focus on yourself. But when you try to add value, you focus on the other person. Finally, be more aware of the first impressions you have of other people. Hold back on making snap judgments and seek instead to truly get to know the person in front of you, who just may be nervously trying to impress you. Usually what makes a bad first impression is trying too hard to make a good first impression, because you tend to take up more space than is appropriate and not be mindful of the context, and the interaction becomes contrived. Inc.com How to Make a Good First Impression (Without Really Trying)

what you want to achieve. straightforward easy to understand Elements to a great elevator speech what you do. how you do it. who you do it for. what you want to achieve. straightforward easy to understand developing it can make you think about who you are, what you do, and what you want others to know about you in the simplest of terms. This can be an opportunity to look back at your accomplishments and ahead to your goals, keeping you centered on what you’re trying to achieve by networking in the first place. So meeting introductions are fairly easy if you follow three simple rules. Communicate your contribution. Tell everyone clearly why you’re there. Then give them some way to remember you. And finally, be sensitive to cultural nuance. Business Insider: Here's how to introduce yourself in a way that'll make people care who you are Tips #1 Communicate Your Contribution #2 Set Yourself Apart. Be Memorable. #3 Communicate Culturally

Sample Hi, my name is Samantha, and I am a senior Environmental Sciences major. I’m looking for a position that will allow me to use my research and analysis skills. Over the past few years, I’ve been strengthening these skills through my work with a local watershed council on conservation strategies to support water quality and habitats. Eventually, I’d like develop education programs on water conservation awareness. I read that your organization is involved in water quality projects. Can you tell me how someone with my experience may fit into your organization?

Sample Nice to meet you, I’m Alex. I’m currently a senior and am studying Computer and Information Science. I hope to become a computer programmer when I graduate. I’ve had a couple of internships where I worked on several program applications with a project team. I enjoy developing computer applications for simple business solutions. The position you have listed in UO-JobLink seems like it would be a perfect fit for someone with my skills. I’d like to hear more about the type of project teams in your organization.

Sample Hi, my name is Brad. I am currently a freshmen student attending Boston University. In college, I plan on majoring in business, specifically in the area of finance. This summer I did an internship with the Groundhog Hedge Fund Group and I hope to work in my college’s credit union when I return to school this fall. Ever since I can remember I have always had an interest in numbers and I feel certain that this is something I want to do in my future career. Next summer I’m hoping to get another internship learning more about how the international financial market operates. I also want a career working with people since I enjoy assisting others with their finances and I had a blast this year preparing a presentation as a team with a group of other students for my business management introductory course.

Build your own … ME, In 30 Seconds 1. Brainstorm list of phrases 2. Describe qualifications 3. Write it as you speak 4. Describe value you bring 5. Practice it out loud Tell me about yourself? conversational + Education + Employment + Skills

The goal of professional networking is: to interact with other professionals to exchange information to help further one’s career to have others to ask advice, brainstorm with, etc. to help the success of your work by helping to create partnerships & open doors to pay it forward—help out other professionals

You Building your network Teachers Parents Friend’s Parents Employer Family Coaches

Maintaining & growing your professional network Be active—volunteer--In class, on the field, on the job, at a friend’s Get involved--join organizations in school and community Engage and reach out--Be curious, ask questions Build relationships-- “I would like to learn more about…can I come by to talk further?” “Tend to” relationships— “I saw this article and thought you might be interested.” “Thank you for meeting with me today.” Be a resource--“I know someone that might be able to help you out with that project.” Keep a record of your network contacts and information Be true to your personal brand!!

How do I start building my professional network? The goal of professional networking is to help further one’s career BUT keep in mind that networking is centered on: Through this, individuals become walking, talking advertisements for one another. Keep in mind that networking is about being genuine and authentic, building trust and relationships, and seeing how you can help others. Through this, individuals become walking, talking advertisements for one another.

Linked in—the professional networking site Begin by end of sophomore year—sooner if you are looking for internships Build college relevant networks by continuing to: Volunteer Join Build and tend to your relationships Invite or move them over to your professional Linkedin account Follow companies you are interested in Use these basic principles of building your network throughout your career!

How can you use today’s event to help build your network? Maintaining & growing your professional network How can you use today’s event to help build your network? Every interaction is a step in building your network!