Conversation, Networking and Social Mingling

The mere thought of making conversation with a stranger is enough to make most people break out in a sweat.  The “meeting” people part of networking can be intimidating – because it takes people out of their comfort zone!   With our tips and tricks, in no time, you will be ready to “work a room”, represent your company with confidence, and able to build loyal and lasting relationships to ultimately grow your contacts and contracts.

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Topics include:

• Preparation and establishing objectives

• Making a Memorable Entrance

• A Powerful First Impression

• How to Work a Room

• Cocktail Party Etiquette

• Areas of the Room to Avoid

• How to Initiate a Conversation

• Breaking into an Existing Conversation

• Excusing Oneself from a Conversation

• Business Card Etiquette according to Protocol

• Navigating the Buffet Table

• How to Network While Carrying A Plate of Food and Beverage

• How to Exude Confidence

• Following-up; with whom, how and when