Welcome to our "Coffee Shop", created especially for members that cannot attend regular meetups. Coffee Shops are merely structured networking, where we have a focus topic which is placed up for discussion at each meeting along with networking. Greet each new acquaintance with an openness to learn more about that person, a willingness to help, and an offer to stay in touch. This approach is equally applicable to every form of networking, whether in business or social contexts, and whether the encounter takes place in person or, as frequently happens today, online. It pays to network in person, not only to meet new people, but also to keep your vital communications skills sharp. Practice making friendly conversation; even if no relationship develops with that person, he or she will likely remember you as a “nice guy/lady” if asked about you at some point in the future.
FOCUS TOPIC FOR OCTOBER!
Effective Networking
With all the demands on our time made by our business, professional and personal lives, it is tempting to assign a lower priority to networking as an activity designed to meet new people. After all, we have so many commitments at the office and at home -- to colleagues, family and friends – that it is difficult to set aside extra time to bring even more people into our lives.