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How do I get the most out of networking events?

Networking events can be intimidating. How can you stand out while also getting the most out of networking events? 

Guest: Deborah Gray, professor of marketing, College of Business Administration at Central Michigan University

  • 00:00 Introduction
  • 00:41 How do I prepare for a networking event?
  • 02:04 What are good conversation topics for networking?
  • 04:48 How do you navigate a networking event?
  • 08:44 Who should I talk to at a networking event?
  • 10:12 How do I avoid feeling overwhelmed while networking?
  • 11:00 What networking mistakes should I avoid?
  • 11:30 What should I do after the event?
  • 12:51 What is the value of networking beyond career development?