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Tips For Business Networking At A Conference

By Miranda Marquit 3 Comments - The content of this website often contains affiliate links and I may be compensated if you buy through those links (at no cost to you!). Learn more about how we make money. Last edited September 10, 2015.

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This time of year is an exciting time for me. The Financial Blogger Conference takes place during the fall, and the New Media Expo (formerly BlogWorld) is usually happens around the first of the year in Las Vegas.

I enjoy attending conferences because I learn things that help my business, and I have the chance to improve my relationships with clients and with other bloggers. It’s always a lot of fun, mixed with business.

One of the best things you can do at any conference is network. Networking not only allows you to strengthen the relationships you already have, but it also provides you with the chance to establish new relationships and even find new business and new business partners.

If you are headed to a business conference, here are some tips that will help you network more effectively:

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  • Be Genuine
  • Bring Business Cards
  • Know What You Do
  • Listen

Be Genuine

conference networking tipsThe most important thing is to be yourself when you network. I enjoy being around my friends, and I like networking well enough, but it is a little hard for me. I have to bring out a side of my personality that is a little hidden to some people. I am somewhat introverted and I have mild ADD. This makes me a little socially awkward. That comes through in my in-person interactions, but most people can tell that I’m trying.

Don’t try to be someone you’re not, though. You might need to up your game a bit at the conference, but don’t be fake. Others will sense that you are genuine, and will respond to that.

Bring Business Cards

Have business cards ready for conferences. These help those you make connections with remember who you are. You can bring hard copy business cards, or create a digital card that can be exchanged via cell phone or other mobile device. I still use hard copy business cards, since the vCards haven’t really caught on yet.

Collect others’ business cards as well. If you had a particularly good conversation, or if there is something you want to pursue, note it down on the back of the card, or keep notes elsewhere. Make sure you can match up the conversation with the person you met.

Know What You Do

One of the most important things you can do is concisely express what it is you do. When I go to a blogging conference, there really isn’t a lot to explain. I’m a blogger, and since I’m with other bloggers, they understand what I do. That’s a different story at other conferences. I usually say something like, “I provide web content for businesses” or “I write for news web sites.”

Be able to quickly and understandably tell others whet you do so that they can see your value.

Listen

Don’t forget to listen. Yes, you need to show that you can offer value. But others are likely to think that you’ve had a good conversation if you’re a good listener. Not only that, but you will be more likely to find others who are a good fit for you and your business if you are willing to listen.

What are your best tips for networking at a business conference?

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Last Edited: 10th September 2015 The content of biblemoneymatters.com is for general information purposes only and does not constitute professional advice. Visitors to biblemoneymatters.com should not act upon the content or information without first seeking appropriate professional advice. In accordance with the latest FTC guidelines, we declare that we have a financial relationship with every company mentioned on this site.

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About Miranda Marquit

Miranda is a freelance writer and professional blogger. She writes for a number of personal finance blogs, including the AllBusiness Personal Finance Corner. She has a M.A. in journalism, and is the main author of Planting Money Seeds. Miranda lives Utah, where she enjoys spending her free time reading, traveling and playing with her son and husband.

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  1. Peter Anderson says

    Like you, I’m a bit introverted so going to these networking events – while fun – can be a bit draining at times. For me I think the key to networking at the conferences is just to know who and what I’m all about, to plan ahead a few things I can talk about with people I talk to, and like you say – have business cards you can hand out as conversation starters. Listening to others is key – don’t just talk about yourself.

    Also, it can be a good idea to plan out a few people and/or companies you want to meet at the conference, and do a little research beforehand about them and talk to them about things they may be interested in. Also – be genuine – like you say, unless you’re a real jerk. Then fake it. ;)

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  2. Michael Taylor says

    Miranda, good tips! I actually preparing to go to FinCon13 this week. So this is a very timely article. Networking is not something that comes natural to me so I’ll have to work at it. :-)

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  3. Andy Shuman says

    Thank you for this. It’s like this article is written about me. No one is as introverted as me when it comes to big gatherings. Glad I’m not alone.

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