How To Network

Attending a networking event is not enough to make yourself known. It is important that you make your mark. This doesn't necessarily mean you have to make grand entrance or something spectacular, all it means is that you have to make sure that whenever you open your mouth to speak make sure that every word is valuable.

Everyone wants to be remembered in a good way. When you introduce yourself do so professionally. Don't talk without a full stop or without giving the other person a chance to talk. Most people do not like a person who speaks nonstop like a radio. Small talks can make a lasting impact for you; every conversation is begun with a small talk.

The most important part of the networking event getting the business cards of the people you meet at the event. The volume of the business cards is not important what is important is the impact you made to the people you spoke with. It is better to have two business cards of people who will remember you than having twenty of the people who do not remember you.

Your exit is as important as entrance.  After you had your talk with the person met at the event make sure you leave on good terms. If you the conversation is not of your interest rather make a good excuse to exit than just leaving without saying a word.

Fedhasa youth organises networking event to connect the youth with the hospitality and tourism industry. Contact fedhasa Cape 021 552 9870