The Art of Networking at Conferences and Seminars: Tips for Successful Business Contacts

Welcome to a guide that will reveal a few important aspects of successful networking at conferences or seminars.

In this article, we will explore how you can not only expand your professional network at conferences and seminars, but also maintain it. From the first handshake to the post-event follow-up, discover the art of networking and how you can make lasting business contacts in the process.

The importance of networking: more than just exchanging business cards
Networking is more than justexchanging business cards. Personal contact and building relationships is crucial.
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Making contact and introducing yourself: confident and authentic
The right approach when making contact and introducing yourself is crucial. It's always about a confident and authentic introduction - preferably without coming across as pushy.

First impressions count: Professional appearance and small talk
First impressions often determine the course of a relationship. With an authentic appearance and skillful small talk, anyone can make a positive first impression that lays the foundation for a successful business relationship.

Active listening: The art of being truly present
Networking is not just about talking, it's also about listening. By actively listening, you signal your genuine interest to your counterpart, enabling you to gather more and more valuable information and establish a genuine connection with the person you are talking to.

Conversation management: From small talk to deeper conversations
After the initial contact, it's all about deepening the conversation. Discover how you can skillfully move from small talk to deeper conversations to create a lasting connection and find common interests.

Exchanging business cards: Effective follow-up strategies
Exchanging business cards is often the highlight of a conversation. Also remember to use certain "follow-up strategies" to maintain the connection after the event.

Online networks: Don't neglect the virtual component
In the digital era, online networking is also of great importance. Discover how you can skillfully use platforms such as LinkedIn, or other social media channels, to maintain and expand your professional network, even beyond the confines of conferences.

Groups and associations: building long-term networks
Long-term networks are not only created through individual encounters. It also helps a lot to get involved in groups and/or associations in order to build long-term relationships, benefit from regular meetings and grow together. There are business circles, management networks, etc.
It is also good to meet up "in real life" from time to time - and not just virtually.

Gratitude and appreciation: Successful networking is based on partnership
Successful networking is based on mutual gratitude and appreciation. This is the only way to maintain long-term business contacts...

Conclusion: Mastering the art of networking

The art of networking is a skill that is developed with practice and dedication. From first impressions to cultivating long-term business relationships, use the tips in this guide to master the art of networking and successfully expand your professional network.

At Schindlerhof, we are happy to be your "meeting point" for these types of events - to meet, exchange ideas and really get to know each other - "in real life". Not just digitally.

Welcome to a journey where every encounter is a new opportunity for successful business contacts.