The SN Tip is to ask good and engaging questions at events. Use this time in your conversation to be memorable by listening and making good dialogue. Draft questions ahead of the event so that you are prepared. Ask questions which uncover shared interests and networks. Create questions which involve more than just a "yes' or "no" answer. Let your questions reflect your brand and market your skills and abilities.
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One good blog post deserves another! As a faithful and fabulous follower of the Pinkklipstick blog, styling, fashion and make up blog, one of the latest posts highlighted this extravagant movement: Beautiful in Every Shade. This unique campaign celebrates diversity and brings an intentionally mixed group of people together for moments of transformation and shared discovery. As a way of engaging communities, schools, congregations, businesses and/or non-profits that want a way to positively foster dialogue and build bridges within their own communities/organizations. The group establishes partnerships with professional photographers around the country to partner with said organizations to host our Open Shoots.
Of course, this is a fantastic way to incorporate networking, building relationships and making connections. Being culturally, ethnically and socially minded are excellent values to promote! Click here for more info! 
The SN Tip of the week is: Pull Off A Successful Event! Whether you are hosting a function or attending, there are certain things you can do to guarantee it is productive, fun and networking friendly!
As the Host: 1. Arrive at least 30 minutes early. 2. Make sure presentation / AV equipment is up and running. 3. Have an agenda in place and start on time. 4. Make sure to greet, welcome attendees as they arrive. 5. Focus on the program and your audience. As the Attendee: 1. Arrive on time. 2. Introduce yourself to the host or organizer. 3. Mix and mingle with attendees and do light networking. 4. Participate in the program via: volunteering in an activity, asking questions or giving comments. 5. Exchange business cards and follow up within 3 days. Click here to learn more tip and SN seminar offerings! 
The SIMPLEnetworking Tip is to find common ground. Networking small talk can be tricky and cumbersome. I have found great success in drawing up conversations around shared interests and commonalities. It could be a love for foods, cultures, languages or travel. It could be a taste for fashion, music, arts and entertainment. It could be a similar client, vendor, product or service. Identify the common link and be sure to relate it to your brand, business or expertise!
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