Your condensed guide to work A Room

Working a room ... if only it could be fun ... or at least guaranteed production. I refer to this case required that requires us to mix and stir, to meet and greet.

Command performance events like a cocktail, a business dinner or a charity event can feel stiff and uncomfortable. Very few people actually enjoy walking into a room full of strangers.

So why put through that torture? Well for one thing, Nathan Keyfitz, professor of sociology at Harvard observes, "social skills will be of even greater importance for economic success in the future. The most successful people are those who can communicate and connect better."

In other words, free advertising, and check the entire message. And 'sometimes awkward? Absolutely, but the upside is enormous. The more you put in network situations, it becomes easier and the higher the professional, social and personal benefits.

Here is a condensed guide for the work a room:

Approach every networking opportunity with the attitude that is going to be fun. Although no single event is guaranteed to change your life, every possible event. Remember, success is measured by percentages, not perfection. Who is not attracted to someone who smiles, laughs, and enjoy themselves!

Be prepared. Be clear about your goals. Keep focused on your goal of being there. Not be easily distracted by what you have in mind.

So do not wait for others to approach you. Yes, I know it's a bit 'uncomfortable for some, perhaps. So imagine how great it feels when someone takes the initiative to walk to you and introduces themselves. Then do the same.

Acquire and practice various good conversation opener. The best technique is the art of intelligent questions that give the impression of depth and style to your personality. Show them that would benefit from getting more time with you.

When you make an interesting contact, focus all your attention on that individual. Do not let your eyes wander about the room. Maintain eye contact and active listening. Give the person the sense that you have been waiting all night just to cope. In other words, make them feel important.

Learn the art of conversation. Call it gossip or even foreplay, if you like. Its purpose is to get people to the east. It begins with the identification of an area of common interest. This means knowing just the right questions to ask, and just the right time. Remember, talk does not teach, preach, or try to impress. It 's only light and easy conversation.

Do your homework. If you review the names of participants, their spouses or partners, their affiliations. If you can recall no previous contact, refer to that to open the conversation. Who will appreciate the fact that you remember.

Finally, common sense tells us not to be late, drink too much, the dress too casually, or push the agenda too. Do not glue yourself to a person all night, just because they are fascinating mix.

Few things happen by accident either personally or professionally. Consider the benefits going to the next command (which is what it is) fully prepared. Then see how much fun you can have when you know why you're there and can tell a story with style and humor, persuasive.