1. Time to Start Networking

2. Time to Start Networking
A few simple rules: 1. Dress appropriately 2. Assemble your “stuff” 3. Don’t arrive hungry! 4. Be prepared to talk and listen

3. Time to Start Networking
Be prepared to answer: “Tell me about yourself” or “So what do you do?”

4. Time to Start Networking
Conversation Tips
Check out the local or business news
Know what is current in your local community or business
Read a professional business magazine
Practice some small talk

5. Time to Start Networking
What is small talk????
- simple, easy to follow conversation
used to start a conversation
Think of the start of a conversation or
small talk as the first gear in your car.

6. Time to Start Networking
A few tips to get started;
-Ask open ended questions and then
listen
-Don’t be afraid to laugh, even at
yourself
-Maintain eye contact
-Watch the body language!
-Prepare some topics in advance

7. Time to Start Networking
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