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Business Networking – Tips for shy people who want to meet clients at networking events

Do you hesitate to attend business networking events because it is difficult for you to get close to people? Do you end up hanging out with your colleagues and never meet anyone new?

If you consider yourself a shy person, you are not alone. Studies show that more than 40 percent of adults are nervous about meeting new people. A survey showed that about 75 percent of people feel uncomfortable at business and social events. Perhaps this is because our parents always told us not to talk to strangers when we were young. But we all know the importance of networking to meet customers.

Tips for meeting clients at business networking events:

o The best secret for shy people is that most people worry about being rejected. They are not judging you. We’ve all been rejected at one point or another, and the feeling lingers for a long time. But in business situations, most people are interested in connecting with others. That’s why they go to networking events.

o To increase your chances of success, find someone who is alone. Approach that person with a smile on your face. Extend your hand and introduce yourself. You are almost guaranteed a warm welcome because you will be rescuing the person from being alone.

o If you can’t find a person standing up, look around the different groups in the room. Take a moment to study your body language. Do not approach two people who are having a conversation; they may be having a private conversation.

o Find a group where people seem to be having fun and having light-hearted conversation. Approach the group and try to make eye contact with someone. Once you make eye contact, people usually part to let you in. Then you can extend your hand and say: Hi, this is (your name). If you can’t make eye contact, wait or find another group.

o It is okay to introduce yourself this way. Most people have been in your shoes, or are in your shoes at the moment, and will empathize. After introducing yourself, ask about the performance and if they’ve been there before. If you don’t know what to say, you can simply ask: How’s business?

o Remember to be sincere, smile, make eye contact, and show interest when listening. Wait for acceptance and you will be accepted

We invite you to use these tips to help you meet clients at business networking events.

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