how to network like your life depends on in (cause it does!)
DESCRIPTION
This presentation was used for the #SSNetworking Skillshare class taught by Katie Felten of Hashable and Jodi Jefferson of Workbridge Associates. "In this class we will demystify networking, and teach you why you should see it as fun, not a chore. Learn how to make the people you already know lead you to people you want to know, and most importantly, how to do all this effortlessly, without feeling like you're job-hunting or annoying people. We will also cover how to utilize many of the social media platforms that make connecting easier than ever. You will see how connecting people becomes second nature with a little practice, leading you to connections with people you didn't even know you were looking for and helping others along the way. Understand the importance of getting out of your office and making connections with people today that might not pay off for a year."TRANSCRIPT
HOW TO NETWORK LIKE YOUR LIFE DEPENDS ON IT (CAUSE IT DOES)
@JodiJefferson
@KatieFelten
@RaiseCache
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
AGENDA
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
o INTRODUCTIONS
oLESSONo whoo whato whereo how
oNETWORKING BREAKOUTo test what you learned
TIME FOR INTRODUCTIONS!
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INTRODUCTION
o nameo what you do/what you’d like to doo connectionso Hurdles
DEFINE
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NETWORKING:
o socioeconomic activities by which groups of like-minded people recognize, create or act upon business opportunities
o any netlike combination of filaments, lines, veins, passages or the like: a network of arteries; a network of sewers under the city.
via wikipeida & dictionary.com
DEFINE
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
SOCIAL NETWORKING
o a social networking service is an online platform or site that focuses on building and reflecting social relations among people, who, for example, share interests or activities.
via wikipeida
DEFINE
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NETWORKING:
o a person who seeks employment by staying on their grind
o how white-collar executives hook up
via urban dictionary
DEFINE
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
SOCIAL NETWORKING:
o a collection of websites that allow people to
o socialize online with people who have similar interests
via urban dictionary
o allow them to stalk the girl next door
NETWORKING AS THE FABRIC OF YOUR LIFE
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Net is defined as…openwork fabric made of threads of a cord that are woven or knotted together at regular intervals
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J. KELLY HOEY
HOW TO NETWORK?
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o create an engaged audience
o seek meaningful connections
o develop a goal-oriented strategy
o be selfish…sometimes
o develop connections not contacts
o drink 50 coffees now, tap in later
“Oh I’ve tweeted with them”
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…rather than
“Yeah we met and shared a drink”
People don’t necessarily remember whom they have and have not tweeted. But I bet you they remember whom they’ve shared a REAL conversation with
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HARRISON KATZ
USE SOCIAL MEDIA TO MAKE REAL LIFE (OFFLINE) CONNECTIONS
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#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
WHO? WHY?
WHERE? RESEARCH
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PLAN OF ATTACK!
“WHAT DO YOU DO?”
FLY SOLO OR +1 HAVE FUN!
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TACTICS
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TACTICS
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o listen– learn from others
o use the “Bathroom” excuse
o manage your contacts
o no slurring and spitting
o say “hi”
o handshakes and eyecontact
o be friendly!
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#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
FOLLOW UP!
TOOLS
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•Sonar.me•Twitter•Tweetups•Plancast•Lanyrd•Twitvite•Data.com•LinkedIn•Twello•Followerwonk•Stack Overflow•Quora
TOOLS TO MANAGE & GROW YOUR NETWORK
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
LET’S NETWORK!
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
LET’S NETWORK!
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
•think of 2 people you want to meet
•think of how you can help 2 people in the room
• what could you introduce them to?
•get their contact info (LinkedIn, email, twitter, blog)
LET’S NETWORK!
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011
•Connect online
• Hashable• Email• LinkedIn• Twitter
•Send a brief note: “Great meeting you at…”
•Connect again!
LET’S NETWORK!
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•GOAL: HAVE COFFEE OR PLAN TO ATTEND ANOTHER EVENT WITH ONE PERSON YOU MEET TONIGHT
HAPPY NETWORKING
#ssnetworkingSkillshare Class, September 2011