Recruitment Networking - Event and Tips

It's our final networking event of 2007 tomorrow (22nd November).  If you are coming along then I look forward to seeing you there (if you want to come - it's in central London - but aren't registered then you can do so up to mid-day on the 22nd Nov at www.recruitmentnetworking.co.uk).

I found some top networking tips from Heather White over on the hr circles website

1. Get rid of handbags and briefcases – just carry your business cards.
2. Wear your badge at chest-height, so people can see it when you shake hands.
3. Get yourself a drink or some food – not both, otherwise you can’t shake hands. Strike up a light conversation at the buffet as a warm-up exercise.
4. Stand on your own for a bit, on the edge of the room. At some point you will probably be alone and you need to feel comfortable in this situation.
5. Look around for people who look interesting and friendly. Join a group when the conversation doesn’t look too serious. Causing a break in a deep conversation will be considered rude.
6. Say: “I’d like to carry on circulating, it’s been a pleasure talking to you”, or use a similar way to excuse yourself politely.
7. Look for a person you find daunting and make a point of chatting with them – it will help boost your confidence for future networking events.

If you can't make the event tomorrow keep an eye on the site as we'll shortly be confirming dates and locations for 2008 (it looks likely the first one will be 31st Jan in London).