I always say ... every opportunity is a networking opportunity and yesterday was a great example. I attended a seminar on the topic of social media sponsored by the Small Business Develop Center in our town. There were approximately 25 people who attended. The seating was theater style.
Upon entering I scoped out the room, surveying the "lay of the land" to position myself for optimal networking opportunities. Once in position, I began by introducing myself to those around me, learning about what type of work they spend their day doing and why they might be attending the seminar. Then the seminar started.
A lovely lunch was provided and included in the seminar. Not very healthy I must say however that is another discussion all together. The room was arranged with small tables to accommodate 6 people. I sat by 2 people I had not met earlier in the day and began the conversation pretty much the same, what brings them to the seminar, what type of work ect.
Then a wonderful thing happened! Not only did I really like one of the new friends I had made, I found we had similar business interests and set an appointment to get together today. I have found jumping right on the appointment scheduling is best because we are all busy and forget, oops!
I bet you are wondering what happened next? We met for coffee, explored possibilities, provided each other with great leads and decided to work on a project that will result in a great money making opportunity for us both!
So there you have it. Sometimes it just appears, networking for fun and profit! YAHOO!
You've gota love it!
Your networking partner,
Cindy Cohen RN
Cindy Cohen Networking Moment!
