Networking for Introverts

1. Networking for Introverts (Really!)The women of Connect: Professional Women’s Network share advice onhow to work a room—even if you’re the shyest person in it.

2. A mentor gave me this advice: Act as the host of the event. At the next event I greeted everyone and then introduced the people that I had met to others. I acted as if it was my role to make everyone Susan Rosner comfortable. It worked and I enjoyed the one-on-one Business and Executive Coach conversations!©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 2

3. I feel strongly that you have to find the type of networking event that is conducive to your style. Happy hours are my worst nightmare, but small, structured events that take place before or Beth Buelow after a speaker or workshop—those all work for me.Speaker, Author, Coach©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 3

4. A while back I changed my focus when going to networking events from promoting myself to seeing them as an opportunities to meet at least one new person, discover their story, and find out what I can Jennifer Goyette learn from them. Somehow that took the pressure off.Marketing and Management ©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 4

5. Socializing in large groups may not work for introverts. Focusing on meaningful one-on-one relationships with fewer people might work better. Identify people with whom you click, and then schedule Elena Filimonova periodic lunch or happy-hour meetings with them. IT Manager, UnitedHealth Group©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 5

6. Social networks are the perfect platform for introverts! Youre able to speak freely without having to be face-to-face with someone. And then, when you are comfortable with a connection youve Theresa Merrill nurtured, you can take the relationship offline.Social Media Consultant©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 6

7. Touch base with people you know are attending a networking event in advance, and ask them to introduce you to a few other people. The same concept applies to online networking. Ask friends and Helene Clark colleagues to think of a few folks they think you should meet, and Senior Executive in the Foodservice Industry ask them to facilitate an introduction.©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 7

8. Do not dress in an understated manner. People wont see you. You want to attract people to you so you dont have to go out and "pounce.” Wear red. It attracts people, and when people come to Sandy Dumont you, it eliminates stress. Sandy Dumont International©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 8

9. For me, like going from driving peacefully on a quiet secondary road to entering a speeding packed freeway. Once you get over the initial panic, hold onto the wheel really tight and just remember that Bridget Murphy you, too, know how to drive! Alternative Medicine©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 9

10. Join the conversation!Connect: Professional Women’s Network, Powered by Citi, is anonline community on LinkedIn that helps women achieve thecareers they want and discuss the issues relevant to their success.For more great insights from Connect members, check out thediscussions: How do you network if you are an introvert?Visit linkedin.com/womenconnect formore information and to join the group!FLICKR PHOTO CREDITS:Slide 2: Stefano Lubiana WinesSlide 4: Dells Official Flickr PageSlide 5: Dells Official Flickr PageSlide 7: Dells Official Flickr PageSlide 8: Hubert Burda MediaSlide 9: ammiiirrrr©2013 LinkedIn Corporation. All Rights Reserved. CONNECT: PROFESSIONAL WOMEN’S NETWORK 10