Episode 24.0 - Networking Conversation Starters

How do you get the conversation past the simple query of name and title? Debby and Greg (The Networking Guru and Reluctant Networker, resp.) discuss different approaches to the process with the focus on creating a strong opening to a potentially mutually beneficial connection. Listener Asandi Connor offered the question that sparked the discussion. Thank you to ConvoSparker: - Asandi Connor, CEO of Say It Write, https://www.linkedin.com/in/asandiconner/ Also menioned: - Michelle Sayegh, Business Broker at Transworld Business Advisors. https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-sayegh-54331663/ Comments: https://www.facebook.com/TheReluctantNetworker/ https://www.facebook.com/connextnation/ Listen for: [2:10] Using their title to spark the conversation [6:45] "How did you get into that?" [8:48] It's not only about business [9:50] Give the GIFTS and INFER the information [11:20] Greg forgets the mnemonic he's taught for the last 8 years [12:20] "What is the silver lining?" [12:50] Are you going on "networking dates"? [14:15] Helping them with "How can I help?" More Information: If you'd like more information about our virtual training programs, go to: https://www.connextnation.com/mini-course/