ATHENA Win is a program from the Lansing Regional Chamber of Commerce that helps women who are new in business, emerging leaders, and established mentors come together to learn, share ideas, and grow.
This week was a gathering with Jennifer Maxson out of Grand Rapids who does training on networking. Her key points were to think about the three A’s: arrival, attire and attitude.
For Arrival, she mentioned you can plan to get at the venue with around 15 minutes so that you can get signed in, grab your refreshments, and mingle with any folks that you haven’t met yet. It’s fine to make a plan to meet three new people.
For Attire, she mentioned wearing professional wear, sturdy shoes if you will circulate around the room if that’s something important to you, and a minimal bag or preferably, pockets for all your belongings. Wear your name badge on your right hand side so that when you are shaking someone’s hand, they are able to see your name.
For Attitude, most folks appreciate speaking with someone generally cheerful, enthusiastic, and interested in what they have to say. Be interested and be interesting, and be curious: ask questions to clarify.
Jennifer Maxson suggested having a 30-second commercial ready so if it’s your turn, you can you talk about yourself, reference your business, team, or project, and finally mention something about which you’re proud.
Attendees had a great opportunity to practice and refine their “commercials” and also meet some new participants along the way, great work to Sarah Bakken and the rest of the organizing team!
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