From social holiday gatherings to work related parties and events, it is important to follow a few do’s and don’ts to make this time successful to you and to your business.
During the holidays, not all of the regular networking tips apply; often times you have to be a bit more discrete. However, you do still want to take care of the basics however, such as:1. Wear clothes with pockets or bring a handy purse (for women) to at least fit business cards. Don’t forget your pen!
2. Ask questions of others to find out more about them, what they do, who their customers are.
3. Try not to drink too much. This could prove to be embarrassing and unprofessional.
4. Collect business cards – follow up with them later and send them yours, you do not need to force yours on them at that time.
5. Bring a hostess (host) gift such as a bottle of wine, an ornament or candy of some sort.
6. Try not to talk too much business during the holidays unless for your industry and the type of event it warrants this.
7. Focus on finding out more personal information about others so you have more to discuss, fall back on or follow up with in the future.
8. The holidays are a good time to drop in on clients and prospects or referral sources with ‘good cheer’ (coffee, candy, cards, gifts, etc.).
9. Ask people to coffee or arrange a coffee gathering for a bunch of close contacts, clients or friends.
10. Have fun!
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