The Step Back Approach
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 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.
To answer your question, I'm going to tell you about the time I recently attended an industry charity gala event.
So, there I was, standing on the precipice of this massive event. Picture the scene: flashbulbs popping, expensive suits, and the constant hum of power talk all around. Hundreds of people.
Your typical, high-stakes networking event, right?
