8 Ways To Develop Confidence In New Situations
Do you enjoy one-on-one networking, however, the thought of walking into room full of people you don't know horrifies you? You're not alone. Yes, even a social butterfly, President of the Social Committee in High School and avid networker knows how you feel. Here are some of my tricks. And they have all worked!
~A great way to network at a conference is to volunteer at the registration desk. Why? You get to say hello to everyone who registers in your line and everyone who registers gets to see you behind the registration table. At the event, you'll feel more comfortable talking with people because you've "met" them already. And if those aren't enough benefits, people will "recognize you" from the registration desk, and be more likely to come talk with you.
~If you teach a class or speak, go into the room early. Get a feel for it, change it around if need be, and greet everyone who walks in with a big "hello my name is ...". Bring name tags or recycle the tops of old manila folders, have each person put their name on it, and put it on the table in front of them.
~When you are planning to attend a meeting for the first time, call up whomever you can from the organization. Ask them if you can meet them at the meeting. Then you'll "know" someone that you can look for when you arrive.
~Carry a nametag in your glove compartment. Make one for personal use, another for business use. Then people will feel more comfortable walking up to you in meetings.
~Put your notes on the back of duplicates of pictures (photography) you've taken. Then they won't stick out so much from the podium (like white paper or index cards do.)
~Practice some opening lines and your handshake before you attend the event. Practice using a mirror and ask your family to let you practice on them, too.
~Develop two a 30-second commercials (also called elevator speeches, USP - unique selling propositions). One is for personal use, and the other would be for business use. On a recent telelclass I attended, provided by Jay Levinson of Guerilla Marketing fame, suggested creating a 7 word commercial, too.
~Remember that everyone in that room is a human being, too. Everyone has their own fears to deal with... and they might even be the same as yours.
Find other ways to build your confidence, too. Let me know the ones that work for you.
© 2005 Elevating Your Business. Since 1998, Maria Marsala, a former Wall Street Trader, has worked with more than 1000 women (and men) who own service business to increase their profits, save time, and live rich, fulfilling lives. Visit http://www.ElevatingYourBusiness.com to request your 2 business reports and join our business building newsletter or forum.
 Google News Updated : Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:55:12 GMT Barack Obama now wears his patriotism on his lapel - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times - Jae C. Hong / AP FLAG-WAVER: Sen. Barack Obama and daughter Sasha are onlookers at an Independence Day parade in Butte, Mont. Tired of having his patriotism questioned, the Democratic candidate has made Old Glory a major visual element of his campaign. In Montana, Obama Tries to Rally Support on Iraq In Montana on the Fourth, a Barometer of Obama's Chances Publ.Date : Sat, 05 Jul 2008 06:25:05 GMT European Bonds Post Fourth Weekly Gain on Interest Rate Outlook - Bloomberg Bloomberg - By Anchalee Worrachate July 5 (Bloomberg) -- European two-year government notes rose for a fourth week, the longest winning streak since February, as traders pared bets policy makers will lift interest rates again this year after raising them two days ... Fighting Inflation, Europeans Raise Rate Bernanke's French Lesson Publ.Date : Sat, 05 Jul 2008 07:22:39 GMT Target: Barack Obama. Strategy: What Day Is It? - New York Times
New York Times - By PATRICK HEALY Despite a three-month head start, Senator John McCain has struggled to solidify lines of attack against Senator Barack Obama for the general election, Republican operatives say and some of his own advisers acknowledge, running into ... US candidates practise their U-turns Obama Predicts Political ‘Realignment,’ Tries to Put Montana in Play Publ.Date : Fri, 04 Jul 2008 23:37:50 GMT African Union Weakened by Summit Inaction on Zimbabwe - Voice of America
Voice of America - By Peter Heinlein The African Union's reputation suffered a setback during the past week when its leaders faltered in the face of Robert Mugabe's blunt challenge to democratic norms in Zimbabwe. Q&A: Zimbabwe's disputed election Recognise me as Zimbabwe president or no talks: Mugabe Publ.Date : Fri, 04 Jul 2008 18:02:07 GMT Obama and Clinton, Together Again - Washington Post
Washington Post - By Jonathan Weisman BUTTE, Mont. -- Putting their money where their mouths are, Barack Obama and Hillary Rodham Clinton will appear together three times over two days next week, raising money for each other and further advancing the Democratic cause of ... Obama and Clinton Will Raise Funds Together Next Week in NYC Obama, Clinton to hold joint fundraisers in NY Publ.Date : Sat, 05 Jul 2008 17:26:50 GMT 2 fires still raging along Calif.'s Central Coast - The Associated Press
The Associated Press - BIG SUR, Calif. (AP) - Cool, damp weather early Saturday helped crews gain ground on the huge wildfire that wiped out this coastal retreat's holiday tourist trade, allowing some personnel and gear to be shifted to a growing blaze farther south Nearly ... Video: Wind Keeps California Wildfires Raging Gov. sending in troops to fight Cal wildfires Publ.Date : Sat, 05 Jul 2008 18:01:11 GMT Study suggests serotonin plays a role in SIDS - Los Angeles Times
Los Angeles Times - Mice who overproduced the brain chemical showed symptoms similar to those of the infant syndrome before they died. By Wendy Hansen, Los Angeles Times Staff Writer Mice genetically engineered to overproduce the brain chemical serotonin died at an early ... SIDS Linked to Brain Chemical Dysfunction Chance discovery points to crib death cause Publ.Date : Sat, 05 Jul 2008 07:03:56 GMT Amazon Associate Store |
PARLOT::Ebooks, Scripts,
Websites, and more... Do not destroy all your positive displacement and high energy... Read More It's a classic mistake by networkers: their approach is focused... Read More The StoryBusiness has a habit of testing us as individuals... Read More Effective business promotion is more powerful than advertising. Using golf... Read More Why the business card grab is not why you are... Read More "What me? Sell myself? You have to be joking!"This was... Read More Ah, the personal touch that continues to make a big... Read More One of the most cost effective ways of generating leads... Read More Why would you want to write information on paper when... Read More Essential to your success as an effective, engaging communicator is... Read More Did you know that contacts are the bread of career... Read More If you're in a business relationship with anyone ? a... Read More Not all dot-com dreams died when the Internet stock bubble... Read More Before we talk about specific networking tips I want to... Read More Whether you're an introvert or an extrovert, feel like you... Read More You can find numerous references in the business literature about... Read More The process of finding out about a job, getting interviewed,... Read More ? "Make Every Moment Count" is the title of a... Read More "It's not what you know, it's who you know."This old... Read More Many people associate alcohol with relaxation and fun, so it... Read More Why is it so important to network with other people... Read More Do you enjoy one-on-one networking, however, the thought of walking... Read More Networking is often identified as a key business building activity... Read More One of the best ways to get a referral is... Read More As a single company, it is impossible to provide your... Read More
Adsense
websites
Politics, Religion, Race; Conversational No-No?s in Business
Networking: Is Your Approach Too Self-Centered?
Lesson 15 - Meeting the Prince with More Reputation than Power
The Promotion Factor: Seven Strategies to Promote Yourself and Your Business by Playing Golf
How to Collect Business Cards
Flying High, Flying Far
What I Do Is Not Who I Am... The Networking Factor
Client Attraction Technique #2: Networking
Write It Down!
Success Sentences to Help Combat Conversational Crappiness
Savvy Networking: Grow Your Business and Your Career
Building Great Business Relationships
Social Networking: A Link To Like Minds
The Secrets of Effective Networking
7 Step Plan To Get Going With Networking
Powerful Networking: Focus on Building Connections, Not Closing Sales
Effective Networking
How Speakers, Exhibitors, Consultants, and Meeting Planners Partner-Generate More Money and Value
10 Steps to Successful Networking
Alcohol & Events
Networking in the Business world
8 Ways To Develop Confidence In New Situations
Jump Start Your Network
Giving Referrals to Get Referrals
Five Steps for Expanding Your Customer Base with Guerilla Networking
Affordable and Reliable Web Hosting Starting at $4.49/Month
Sharpen Your Business Networking Skill To Grow Your Small Business
Most people become lax at maintaining their professional business network... Read More
Is The Company You Keep Hurting Your Business?
When you look at your friends, it's like looking into... Read More
How NOT to Waste Your Time Networking
Ever wonder if networking, referral groups, and conferences are a... Read More
Sticky Situations: Nametag Best Practices
Because a person's name is the single context of human... Read More
Networking: What the Heck is a Ryze?
If you're new to the internet marketing club, you may... Read More
Discover Your Own Source Of Business Leads
Generating new business leads is critical in your success, no... Read More
How to Avoid Falling Asleep Behind the Conversational Wheel
Think about the last time you feel asleep behind the... Read More
Follow-Up with Your Contacts
What happens when you meet a potential client at an... Read More
Unforgettable First Impressions Part 2: Its All About Them!
Jean de la Bruyere said, "The great gift of conversation... Read More
Creating Successful Alliances and Partnerships through Networking
Douglas Wilder, former Governor of the Commonwealth of Virginia, and... Read More
Networking Group Loyalty Requirements
How can you find out the group loyalty requirements before... Read More
10 Terrific Tips to Talk Your Way to the Top
What is "the top" anyway? According to society, "top" has... Read More
Practice Makes Pefect
What is the problem when people try to describe what... Read More
Networking to a New Life
Research shows that talking to strangers -- not people in... Read More
Giving the Gift of Your Name (The Networking Factor)
Although, this is about giving the gift of your name... Read More
Make Money on the Internet - The Lifestyle Advantages of Professional Marketers
Some of the most successful businesses in existence today started... Read More
Networking Know-how
Successful networking requires the understanding from the get-go that it... Read More
Online Business Networking: How Personal is Too Personal?
Online networking has opened up some fantastic business opportunities for... Read More
Volunteering for a Networking Group
When is it appropriate to volunteer to take a position... Read More
10 Effective Ways to Remember Names
Sigmund Freud says "a person's name is the single context... Read More
Five Steps for Expanding Your Customer Base with Guerilla Networking
As a single company, it is impossible to provide your... Read More
The Answer to Your Worst Networking Nightmare
Imagine you just met your ideal client at a networking... Read More
Five Best Ways To Build A Network
I have been working from home on the internet for... Read More
It Pays to be Friendly
Most small business people do not take advantage of human... Read More
Business Networking ? Extroverted Web Weaving for the Introvert
If you have been in business for any amount of... Read More
Networking |