I never know who I should try to talk to at events. How can I be more targeted in my networking when at a client, firm or industry event? Of course the smart thing to do is to figure out who is going in advance so you can make a plan. But this isn't always possible.
I recently attended a large dinner event. The person next to me didn't stop talking to me all evening. How can I get out of situations like these?
The trouble is, if our heads are in our phones then it's going to be much tougher to spot interesting opportunities or meet new people. Which is assumedly the point of being at the event.
I was at a business lunch with a client and they ordered the most expensive items on the menu without considering the cost. How can I such situations in the future to ensure that the firm is not overspending on client meals?