Episode #25 - Be Proactive and Ready for Networking Events - Take Control of How You Show Up

Proper preparation is key to networking events. Taking the time to prepare well gives you greater control over how you present yourself and can help you make the most of the event. Being unprepared can put you in a difficult position, leaving you feeling discouraged and not wanting to attend another event. By taking steps to ensure your readiness for the gathering, it helps build connections that generate referrals and support growth for your business.

Successful event preparation starts with understanding the type of event you are attending. Do your research and familiarize yourself with the organizers, their agenda, speakers, and attendees. This gives you a sense of what to expect and how to prepare your presentation, pitch or questions best - as well as follow up after the event in order to stand out from your competition. It is important to remember that networking events are not only about the program, selling products or making money. The ultimate goal should always be adding value to people.

In this episode, Bunmi Ajibade shares how to get the most out of every networking event. She offers helpful tips on how to prepare for the event, what questions you should ask during it and how to follow-up afterwards. A successful networking session is all about cultivating meaningful relationships - learn how to create a positive presence and build lasting connections that will pave the way for future referrals.

Let’s jump in!

 

Snapshot of the Key Points from the Episode:

[01:22] Networking events and who they are designed for. 

[02:05] Seven (7) different types of networking events. 

[07:44] Six things you can do to prepare for a networking event. 

[13:41] Sample questions that you can ask during a networking event.

[16:53] Five ways to follow up with people you meet in a networking event. 

[22:38] How to show up as your best self and build relationships that give you referrals.

 

About Bunmi Ajibade -

Bunmi Ajibade is the CEO, Executive Trainer, and Coach of Clarole Growth Resources, LLC. She impacts the lives of individuals, groups, and corporations through Coaching, Training, and Mentoring. Bunmi’s strategies include Creating Awareness, Clarity, and Navigating to be more and do more to achieve success.

Through her love, passion, care, and empathy, Bunmi has helped her clients navigate, gain clarity and find solutions that will make them live their best lives and become successful.

Bunmi has organized workshops, Seminars, led Leadership discussions, and conducted one on one coaching sessions. 

Bunmi is happily married and raised three successful sons. She resides in Texas, USA.

 

How to connect with Bunmi Ajibade:

Website: https://clarolegr.com

LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/bunmiaj/

Facebook Page - https://www.facebook.com/Clarole14

Book a call with Bunmi - http://clarolegr.com/meet