First time at an event

As the title says really, I, being completely new to networking have no idea of what to expect or what to do.... I could probably "get by" but it would be good to know what to expect when I walk through the doors.

What were other peoples experiences of their first event and how did they get on also what did you do.......

Any comments greatly appreciated!

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Permalink Reply by Alissia Evans on February 7, 2012 at 16:34

Hi Mike,

I was new to networking a few weeks ago but I am now due to attend my 4th Bizset networking event and I love it.

They are structured really well so you are never left standing in a corner on your own or left to make your own connection with people. You get a chance to all sit down and interact with each other, find out what everyone does and share information in a way that is formal yet friendly and engaging.

All I would say is don't expect to walk in a room and find people talking and unfriendly to newcomers as it really isn't like that.

Just don't be scared and go along as I think you will get a lot out of it.

Permalink Reply by Mike Sharkey on February 13, 2012 at 11:32

Hi Alissia, many thanks for the reply and re-assurance!

I am hoping to make it to a meeting as soon as possible, hopefully next weeks one at the DW. I am quite looking forward to meeting everyone as like you say, everyone seems to be very friendly and supportive from what I have noticed on here so far.

Permalink Reply by Shabaz Khan on February 23, 2012 at 14:15

Hi Mike,

 

I'd say just be yourself and enjoy the atmosphere of the meeting and you will be fine. Most the people I have met at Bizset are welcoming and enjoy chatting.

 

May see you at the one at TC if you make to Manchester

Permalink Reply by Mike Sharkey on February 23, 2012 at 14:24

Hi Shabaz, I have been to the DW earlier today, and although nerve wracking at first, once everything had settled down I enjoyed it and look forward to going along to the next event. I wasn't expecting to do a quick elevator pitch and was kinda thrown in at the deep end, but it seemed to go ok, and managed to use 4 cards in the 10 minute chat time - result 4 new contacts who can definitely help me and I hope to be able to help them.

Permalink Reply by Alan McColgan on February 23, 2012 at 16:25

Hi Mike

 

it was great to meet you today ... told you we don't bite!! Networking works, it's all about building relationships and trust. Our next meeting is on Thursday 8th March, hope to see you then.

Permalink Reply by Joanne Hawkins on February 23, 2012 at 23:01

Hi Mike

Was lovely to meet you earlier, I'm also very new to Networking and having tried most of the others found Bizset the most refreshing and relaxing, haven't met anyone I haven't gotten on with and really like the format.

Hopefully see you at the Warrington meeting sometime.

Joanne

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