Guys I know I’m a bit late here, but let’s pretend I was on time okay? In SF its only 11PM, so technically we’re still good.
Went to 4 NYTW events today, solo.
2 years ago I could never, I was terrified of being alone at an event. What do I do?? where do I go?? who do I talk to??
Now I just walk into a room and start yapping.
Networking is something that I have had to learn over these past couple years, but in my opinion here’s 3 tips (that no one asked for lol)
#1 No one cares:
Like fr, everyone is in their own head, so screw overthinking and just walk into a circle and start talking.
#2 Ask about things other than work:
Ppl love to yap about themselves, but ask about things other than their job. What do they enjoy, whats their origin story, why do they do what they do? I find it makes a connection faster and better, and they will remember you.
#3 ppl are goldfish:
A goldfish has a memory of 15 seconds (thank you Ted Lasso for that factoid) so to, a human at a networking event.
Follow up ASAP or you will be forgotten,
Just some things I noticed today, and exciting launch for Friday ship day!!
See you tomorrow
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