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Planning Networking Sessions Within a Tight Event Schedule

Planning Networking Sessions Within a Tight Event Schedule

Networking is the very foundation of any successful event. People attend the event not only for the presentations and speakers, but also for the networking opportunities. They come to meet peers, business partners, mentors, and clients. They come for the conversations that count. There is little space for networking in a crammed schedule. Sessions are fitted into the schedule. Speaker slots must be included. Break times are reduced. Attendees dash from one venue to the next. In the end, networking becomes an afterthought. Continue reading

Event Networking Challenges and Their Creative Solutions

Event Networking Challenges and Their Creative Solutions

An​‍​‌‍​‍‌​‍​‌‍​‍‌ event, in its essence, is a gathering of people who have a common interest. Networking is the activity that helps all these people share knowledge about their common interests, which keeps the group going. Those who attend the event communicate with the people who are invited to talk. The sponsors, on the other hand, connect with the prospects. Also, the peers share their ideas amongst themselves. In case the event networking is done well, it will result in a community of a large number of people within academia.  Continue reading

20 Conference Networking Tips For Building Connections

20 Conference Networking Tips For Building Connections

A conference brings people together for knowledge, growth, and ideas. The true goal is not only to attend sessions. You also need to network and build each connection with intention and purpose. Many professionals leave a conference with notes, slides, and brochures, but no true contact. However, a few clear steps can change that. Each step is simple to apply in real time. Each one helps you open a conversation and leave with a solid network.

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Virtual Networking Strategies for Better Engagement

The Power of Cloud Technology for Abstract Management

At a time when screens have connected people more than face-to-face interactions, many event organizers have learnt the importance of networking in virtual and hybrid event setups. Until a few years ago, the idea of networking through laptop or phone screens may have seemed awkward. But people have slowly opened up to the possibilities of virtual networking. 

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