Why you’re Afraid of Networking Events? How to Overcome It?

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Why youre Afraid of Networking Events? How to
Overcome It?
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• Networking can be a bit intimidating. It
  doesn't matter if an extrovert, introvert or
  ambivert (a mix of both). Networking means
  putting yourself out to the world. You get into a
  routine and a routine one that lets you excel in
  networking events, without the looming anxiety
  and time spent second-guessing your own abilities.

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Start with a small amount

• Conferences and networking events such as
  these can be daunting. Therefore, I'd like to
  encourage you to take it slow. There are times
  when jumping in head first is the best way to go,
  like cutting off a bandage that has been left on
  for an entire week. Networking isn't always one
  of those scenarios. Begin by using social media
  to network. You're connecting with new friends
  through Instagram constantly.

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Connecting (and as well, preparing)

• Do your research. Don't go in blind. If
  there's a guest list available for the event that
  you're going to or hashtags for the event you're
  preparing for, take advantage of it! Use the time
  before the conference to have an overview of who
  will be in attendance.

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• If you do happen to meet someone you'd like
  to get to know, be sure to have some conversation
  starters in your arsenal. People are known to be
  a bit sexy when they speak about themselves So is
  there a better method to take some stress off
  your shoulders than to give them the chance to
  talk on the stage? In a metaphorical sense, of
  course.
• You'll also feel more confident and slightly
  more relaxed being aware of the people are
  (hopefully) likely to be seen during the
  gathering.

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