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Networking Tips for Introverts at Conferences

October 31, 2016 by Shawn Collins

Does the idea of introducing yourself to a constant series of strangers over three days make you sick to your stomach?

Do you tend to enjoy quiet concentration, listen more than you talk, and think before you speak?

If that sounds like you, then you are probably an introvert. But that doesn’t mean a conference or tradeshow needs to be a source of stress.

Here are some tips for introverts to network at conferences:

Pre-Network: Reach out to fellow attendees in advance of a conference through social media and the event app.

Be Prepared: Set up meetings in advance. Practice your elevator speech. Have questions ready to ask when chatting with new people, and be a good listener.

Start with a Smile: You don’t have to be the one that breaks the ice, but you should be approachable. Just smile. People will walk up and start talking.

Use Your Surroundings: There are lots of chances to introduce yourself – just keep your eyes open for them. Take an empty chair with a group at lunch, introduce yourself, and participate in the conversation.

Let Them Talk: If you’re still shaky continuing on a with a conversation after you’ve built rapport and recited your elevator pitch – let them talk. Ask their thoughts about an industry issue or a business decision you are facing. Then, sit back and listen, and you’ll often walk away with a great networking connection.

Get a Conference Friend: As you pre-network, find somebody to be your wingman – it makes it way easier to meet people.

Just Be There: It can be tempting to decide you’re backed up on work and then camp out in your hotel room. Don’t do that. Be with people as much as possible. Take some breaks away to recharge, but not too many.

Become a Conference Speaker: Some speakers don’t like speaking, either. They still get nervous. But it’s great exposure, plus it results in people seeking you out.

Come on out and network in your way, introverts. Try these strategies to make your next conference the most productive time it can be for you.

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Sal Conca on Green Day, Indie Films, and Popcorn with Beer

October 20, 2016 by Shawn Collins

Sal Conca, who is the Owner of Sal Conca marketing, joined me to chat on my podcast, This is Affiliate Marketing with Shawn Collins.

Sal Conca

I wanted to learn more about the real Sal, so I asked him a variety of questions I figured he had not been asked in previous interviews.

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We discussed…

  • Sal’s Green Day tribute band
  • His guitars, states visited, and dislike of coffee
  • Going to University of Miami for college
  • Working with podcasts and indie films
  • A bar with tasty popcorn in NYC

Links from this episode

  • Basket Case – Green Day Tribute Band
  • SalConca.com
  • Sal on the Pioneers Bar in NYC
  • Sal’s future Pinterest boards
  • Heckler Kane Creations
  • Alamo Drafthouse in Brooklyn

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Join me at the Advanced Digital Marketing Conference in Boca Raton

October 18, 2016 by Shawn Collins

Jay Berkowitz and his company Ten Golden Rules will be hosting the Advanced Digital Marketing Conference (ADMLive!) on November 12-13, 2016 in Boca Raton, FL.

Come With Me

I will be speaking there on “Tragedy, Conference Friends, and Evolving into a Successful Digital Entrepreneur“.

My plan is to get the audience to laugh, cry, and leave with a plan to change their lives.

If you register with the discount code SHAWN, you can save $300 off any ticket type.

Hope to see you there for a weekend of learning and inspiration.

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Deb Carney on Writing Books, the Dollyrots, and Photography as Therapy

October 13, 2016 by Shawn Collins

Deb Carney, who is the Owner of the BookGoodies Network, joined me to chat on my podcast, This is Affiliate Marketing with Shawn Collins.

Deborah Carney

I wanted to learn more about the real Deb, so I asked her a variety of questions I figured she had not been asked in previous interviews.

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We discussed…

  • The origin of her nickname, Loxly
  • The decline of Twitter
  • The books she’s publishing
  • Music from the Dollyrots
  • Photography as a form of therapy
  • Showing cats vs. NASCAR

Links from this episode

  • @Loxly on Twitter
  • Deb’s books on Amazon
  • Blog post: “When Life Gets Unbearable”
  • Yourls URL shortener
  • The Dollyrots

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