{"id":10,"date":"2022-07-01T00:21:38","date_gmt":"2022-06-30T14:21:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.connectionsproject.com.au\/?p=10"},"modified":"2022-07-17T00:43:47","modified_gmt":"2022-07-16T14:43:47","slug":"networking-event-etiquette","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.connectionsproject.com.au\/community\/networking-event-etiquette\/","title":{"rendered":"Networking Event Etiquette"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Networking events can be a great way to meet new people and grow your professional network. However, there is a certain etiquette that should be followed in order to make the most of these events. Here are a few tips on networking event etiquette:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li>Dress to impress. First impressions are important, so make sure you look your best.<\/li>\n<li>Be polite and friendly. Smile and introduce yourself to people you meet.<\/li>\n<li>Have business cards ready. Exchange business cards with people you meet so you can stay in touch.<\/li>\n<li>Listen more than you talk. Networking is about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.connectionsproject.com.au\/community\/building-relationships\/\">building relationships<\/a>, so take the time to listen to what others have to say.<\/li>\n<li>Follow up. After the event, follow up with the people you met. Send them an email or connect with them on social media.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<h2>The Do&#8217;s of Networking Event Etiquette<\/h2>\n<p>When attending a networking event, there are certain etiquette rules that should be followed in order to make a good impression. Here are some of the do\u2019s of networking event etiquette:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Do arrive early \u2013 This will give you time to mingle and meet people before the event gets too crowded.<\/li>\n<li>Do dress appropriately \u2013 dressing professionally will make you look more credible and approachable.<\/li>\n<li>Do have business cards ready \u2013 You never know when you\u2019ll meet someone who could be a potential business contact, so it\u2019s always good to have your business card ready.<\/li>\n<li>Do be a good listener \u2013 People will appreciate it if you\u2019re interested in what they have to say.<\/li>\n<li>Do ask questions \u2013 Asking questions shows that you\u2019re engaged in the conversation.<\/li>\n<li>Do follow up \u2013 If you exchange business cards with someone, follow up with them after the event to stay in touch.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Don&#8217;ts of Networking Event Etiquette<\/h2>\n<p>There are a few things you should avoid doing if you want to make a good impression at a networking event.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>First, don&#8217;t be late. Arriving late shows a lack of respect for the event and the other attendees.<\/li>\n<li>Second, don&#8217;t be the first to leave. This sends the message that you&#8217;re not interested in networking and that you&#8217;d rather be somewhere else.<\/li>\n<li>Third, don&#8217;t monopolize conversations. It&#8217;s important to talk to as many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.connectionsproject.com.au\/community\/how-to-connect-and-network-with-people-in-your-field\/\">people as possible at a networking<\/a> event, so make sure you&#8217;re sharing the conversation.<\/li>\n<li>Finally, don&#8217;t forget your manners. Be polite and courteous to everyone you meet, and make sure you follow up with the people you meet after the event.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>The Dos and Don&#8217;ts of Networking Event Etiquette<\/h2>\n<p>There are a few key things to keep in mind when attending a networking event. First, be sure to dress appropriately. This means no jeans or sneakers &#8211; dress as though you are going to a business meeting. Second, be sure to arrive on time and bring plenty of business cards. Third, be sure to introduce yourself to as many people as possible and strike up conversation. fourth, be sure to follow up with the people you meet after the event. And finally, don&#8217;t be afraid to ask for help or advice &#8211; networking is all about building relationships!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Networking events can be a great way to meet new people and grow your professional network. However, there is a certain etiquette that should be followed in order to make the most of these events. Here are a few tips on networking event etiquette: Dress to impress. 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