Is anyone (whose attending NJC) interested in attending a speed networking session on Monday AM?
essentially, it'd work like this:
The reason i'm taking a poll is because if we don't get at least 15-20 people, it can't be a successful "speed" networking session.
Thanks!
essentially, it'd work like this:
Speed Networking: What is it?
Networking is an essential business skill that many people find difficult. Of course - making small talk with strangers isn’t always easy. However, if you follow a few simple rules, networking will be a very powerful tool at your disposal. Most of the time, our fear of networking comes from the unknown - what will the person who you are talking to do, or say? So the solution is simple - network at a place where everyone is there for the same reason as you!
What you have to accept is that everyone at a networking event will be as nervous as you are. They also want to make new contacts, learn new things and find new people to do business or create friendships with.
As part of NetworkJC, we are staging one, possibly two, Speed Networking sessions. Both networking novices and old hands can practice the art of networking in a safe, controlled environment. You don’t need business cards - neither do you need to sidle up to your target, clear your throat and ‘pitch in’. It’s much easier than that.
How does Speed Networking work?
Everyone does it differently. At NetworkJC, we’re going to operate our speed networking event like speed dating. You’ll come into the room, check-in and get a “speed ticket” that has numbers for each person attending the event. Numbers are used in lieu of names due to possible name duplication; it also adds a little air of mystery (ie: fun). A speaker will address the group and provide a few opening comments, making sure everyone understand the rules and answering questions before we start. You’ll have 4 minutes to talk to each individual and if you like the conversation you’re having, you can tick off the number of the individual you spoke with in order to help you remember that you want to continue conversation at the Networking Party.
At the networking event, everyone who attending the speed networking event will have a number on their name badge. That will help you recall who you wanted to continue conversation with.
The reason i'm taking a poll is because if we don't get at least 15-20 people, it can't be a successful "speed" networking session.
Thanks!