If you can't see the light at the end of the tunnel,
Change your viewpoint,
Change your viewpoint,
"But enough about me, let's talk about you … What do You think about me?"
~ CC Bloom, played by Bette Midler in "Beaches" 1988 When networking at events, do you think other people want to talk more about you or more about themselves? (Not) surprisingly, people like to talk about themselves and are looking to do that at networking events. You don't need to overwhelm them with your accomplishments to impress them. You can impress them and create a strong rapport by showing a genuine interest in who they are, asking intelligent questions, and helping them connect with other people. Additionally, networking is a conversation and not an interview. Ask a question, actively listen to the answer, comment on the answer, and ask for additional information. You can help a shy person come out of their shell and direct the conversational stream of a talkative person. To help connect with someone and increase rapport, here are a few questions to consider asking:
What are questions that you like to use when you meet a new person? Share your suggestions in the comments. #Networking #NetworkingQuestions #ThursdayThoughts
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