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How to network at ACL without ruining the fun
Thom Singer, an Austin author and networking guru, says that while you take in the music, you can also do a little networking at ACL - as long you’re careful to not get booed out of the park.
Here are Singer’s tips:
Keep the networking to people you already know.
Be relaxed and friendly, this is a social event, not a business dinner.
If you see a client, prospect, or someone who could help you in a job search…be sure to talk to them. Just waving at them does not build the relationship.
Do not bring up business.
Ask them questions about what bands they have seen, and what they are planning to see.
Listen to them. Get them talking.
Connect. Meet their friends and family, but also be aware of their body language … as if they want to move on … do NOT trap them in conversation.
This is not the venue to remind them of the job opening or the pending contract, but it is OK to tell them you will follow up next week.
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By Oscar
October 1, 2009 4:04 PM | Link to this
Well said Thom!