Attending events can be a great way to grow your network and connect with key stakeholders within your industry. Events often include keynote speakers and guest panels as part of the agenda who share their expertise on a certain subject with the attendees. In most cases following a keynote or a panel, the speakers hang around after the event to mingle with attendees seeking to connect or ask a follow-up question on the side. This often leads to a flood of people waiting for their turn to introduce themselves which can be overwhelming for the speaker and those waiting to connect with the person. As someone who’s been on both sides of this equation, here are my tips and tricks for making a solid first impression and for an effective follow-up post-event.
MAKING A CONNECTION by Kris McCarthy How to Connect with a Panelist or Speaker following an Event
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