I’ll admit it—networking is one of my least favorite parts of my job. I wish everyone just knew who I was, thought I was fabulous and that my phone was ringing off the hook with more business than I can handle. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. So every week I attend two to four networking meals and happy hours. Casual chit-chat with strangers over mini appetizers is not my idea of a fun evening. As a business owner, however, it’s important to make connections within my community. Here are some of the lessons I’ve learned that help me navigate networking events ...
Originally published June 20, 2012
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