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By: Lee Drozak

Lee Drozak — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 19:34:09 +0000

Melinda,

Great tips about networking. I also love that you mention the follow-up since that is critical in building relationships with those that you meet. Also, I always arrive at an event early to meet other early birds and get my thoughts organized so I am on point and attentive.

By: admin

admin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:08:55 +0000

Standing out from the crowd is really important. Using your own name tag is a great way to do it. Thanks for leaving a comment.

To your success.

Melinda
@smallbizlady

By: admin

admin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:07:37 +0000

Barbara–

Thank you for your comment. Your elevator pitch information is really key to making a lasting impression. We must get you on #smallbizchat in 2010.

Continued success.

Melinda
@smallbizlady

By: admin

admin — Thu, 19 Nov 2009 18:05:38 +0000

Sherri–

Thank you so much for your comment. Networking plan before the event is critical and your follow-up plan is how you close the business. You are right on target.

Continued success.

Melinda
@smallbizlady

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By: Sherri Garrity - Chief Corporate Fugitive

Sherri Garrity - Chief Corporate Fugitive — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 18:49:53 +0000

Networking is so important, but strategic networking is critical. There is so much you can do before and after you attend events and association meetings to make the most of it if you are prepared. Most people never follow up, so make sure that you do and you will stand out (incidentally I have twelve tips to share if you are interested in the specifics – go to http://www.corporatefugitive.com/site/twelve-ways-to-get-more-from-events )

By: Barbara Lopez

Barbara Lopez — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 17:17:10 +0000

Melinda, these are fantastic tips and so incredibly important. – I especially love how you gave personal examples of how you do these things yourself.

As The Elevator Pitch Coach, I also advise my clients to include either all, or at the very least the strongest points of their elevator pitch on the back of their business card. This is extremely helpful as you’re out there passing out 500 cards every two months – you’re sending them away with EXACTLY what you do – and you have a better chance of them remembering you if they read a similar message when they come across your card on their desk down the road.

By: Rod Kirby

Rod Kirby — Wed, 18 Nov 2009 14:55:54 +0000

Great tips, Melinda. One other thing I would add is to make sure you stand out from the crowd at networking events. Instead of wearing the standard name tags or badges given, put your business card into the badge holder instead. Or, wear solid colors like all black to stand out.