Whether you are an introvert or not, this workshop will help you increase your networking skills.

1. NETWORKING
For Introverts

2. In this workshop, we will:
• Discuss and demystify introversion
• Articulate the advantages introverts have in the
networking process
• Share tips, approaches and strategies to make your
networking experiences more fruitful and less stressful

3. Firm handshake

5. Introduce yourself to the
person sitting next to you

6. Find someone with the
same color eyes as you
Ask that person about
their favorite food

7. After you receive the answer,
ask probing questions
- How often do you get to eat X?
- Where is your favorite place to eat X?

8. What does being introverted
mean to you?

9. Are you an Introvert or an Extrovert?
 I prefer one-on-one conversations to group activities
 I often express myself in writing
 I require alone time after spending time with friends
 I seem to care less about wealth, fame, and status less than
my peers
 People tell me I’m a good listener
 I’m not a big risk-taker
 I enjoy work that allows to me “dive in” with few interruptions
 I enjoy celebrating my birthday with a few people, rather than
a large group
 I prefer not to show my work until it’s finished (or nearly so)
 I tend to think before I speak

10. Common Myths About Networking
• Blurting things to strangers
• Giving a hard sales pitch
• Bragging
• Being someone or something you’re not
• Having the perfect thing to say
• Handing out your business card to everyone in the room

11. Top Tips
• Learn to appreciate your
introversion
• Don’t be afraid to be the one
to reach out
• Prioritize time to re-energize

12. Things You Can Do Without Even Trying!
• Wear a piece of jewelry that other people will want to
comment on or compliment .

14. Adding Value to Existing Relationships
15 % of your networking effort
is devoted to meeting new
people
85% of your networking effort is
devoted to strengthening and
reviving existing relationships

16. Networking Conversation Starters
The Classics
1. Hi, I don’t know too many people here, so I wanted to
introduce myself. I’m [name] and I work at [company].
2. So, what do you do?
3. So, what brought you here today?
4. How’s your day going?
5. What’s your story?

17. Networking Conversation Starters
Location, Location Location
1. I can’t stop eating these [food item]. Have you tried them
yet?
2.
How did you hear about this event?
3.
It’s so [hot/cold/stuffy] in here.
4.
I’m feeling pretty overwhelmed by the wealth of information
here today. Is there anything in particular that has stuck with
you?
5.
What a [beautiful] venue. Have you been here before?

18. Networking Conversation Starters
The Newsworthy
1. What do you think about [insert topic]?
2.
Wow, I just can’t believe all the crazy headlines today. What
a week!
3.
Any chance you read the news today? I missed it, and I’m
dying to know what’s happening with [insert news topic here].
4.
So, was it a pain for you to get here?
5.
Did you catch the game last night?

19. Networking Conversation Starters
The Totally Random
1. Any chance you know a great [sushi] place around
here? I’m not familiar with the area, and I’m headed out
to dinner after this.
2. Hey, aren’t you friends with [fill in random name]?

20. How do you gracefully leave a conversation?

24. It’s been a pleasure,
but I have to head out.
How can I stay in
contact?

28. Famous Introverts

29. Image Credits
• Side 3: http://www.hisdigital.com/UserFiles/tree/200908171056117664.jpg
• Slide 4: http://woman.thenest.com/side-shirt-put-name-tag-17672.html
• Slide 5: http://www.flycasterandcompany.com/john_blog/wp-content/uploads/2010/08/shutterstock_5833723.jpg
• Slide 6: http://www.emotionalintelligenceco.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/03/iceberg-logo-540x361.jpg
• Slide 7: http://blessingsdivine.files.wordpress.com/2011/12/goldfish-jumping-out-of-bowl-high-resolution.jpg?w=655&h=411
• Slide 8: http://74.img.v4.skyrock.net/741/nitnuts/pics/1374742724_small.jpg
• Slide 11: http://www.mpcardesign.com/images/545.jpg
• Slide 12: http://www.collegefashion.net/wp-content/uploads/2010/03/St-Erasmus-Obama.jpg
• Slide 15:
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• Slide 21: http://jrsitzes.files.wordpress.com/2013/06/just-wait-copy1.jpg?w=300&h=200
• Slide 22: http://asset-a.soup.io/asset/4800/0411_a461.jpeg
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