Last updated on May 26th, 2023 at 12:50 pm
Google “how to be a successful networker,” and you’ll find titles like “6 strategies” or “9 tips” articles. Building genuine long-term relationships and connections is a theme in most networking articles.
Networking
Last March, I dove into the networking deep end, passed out cards, took names, and shook hands. Has it been working? It sure has! And the folks I have met are inspirational to anyone dreaming of owning a business. Could I tell you each person’s name and what they do? I hate to admit it, but the answer is no. For the last year, I have enjoyed meeting many business folks. However, I still need to gain the ability to form authentic relationships through meaningful activities. As spring teased us throughout March, I had a thought. What if Social Sipper Brands took away the room during a networking event allowing a more authentic you easily assessable to other like-minded business leaders?
Meaningful Connections
It only takes a few months of networking to start seeing some familiar faces, so how does a relationship move from an introduction into a relationship? Time. Well, sure, and we’ve all got plenty of that. 
Instead, take our interests and stir in professional networking. This way, we are moving from superficial relationships into broad and deep ones.
The Narrows
Networking doesn’t require a donut, raising a glass, or sharing in festivities. We are busy professionals. The blurred line between professional and personal lives continues to dissolve.
Build on relationships by surrounding yourself with a meaningful networking moment with purposeful playing. We’ll have cornhole, frisbees, paddle boards, and more.
I’ve heard coach after business coach says in so many words building a referral business model takes time, trust, and meaningful moments. But how do we fit this into our professional and personal lives?
Have you been to the Narrows at dusk? Have your toes felt the cool sand after a day of work shoes? Let’s be our authentic selves. We aren’t all going to connect with everyone, but we will make meaningful connections.
This is social.
Make no mistake. We are here to network. We are lifelong learners.
All while playing cornhole or paddling around. Networking is an active sport. It is work. Yes, but so is heading to the gym. Let’s make this networking event an enhancement to your individual networking events.
To learn more about a #smallbutmighty advertising agency focused on storytelling your brand and connecting your services to clients’ needs. www.socialsipper.com/aboutus
Save the date(s). We’d love to see you out here all summer!
Sign-up below and let us know if we will see you at The Narrows!