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Ask HN: How to actually network?

4 pointsby bluerailover 10 years ago
I see people recommending networking is the best bet anyone could have. Say it a new job, a prospectus freelancing client or even a co-fouder.. but, I am confused how do one actually <i></i>network<i></i><p>Say in a conference or a gathering, how do I start a conversation out of blue and keep the conversation going on without making it awkward?<p>and I bet this is one of the resolutions for most of the people..

2 comments

toddkazakovover 10 years ago
I usually start with asking about the current position of the person and about the background. If it&#x27;s not irrelevant to my personal or work interests I usually go saying few words about me. If we you have common topics to talk about then it&#x27;s easy. In general straight to the point has been working for me. It goes without saying that you must practice. I had the chance to spend few months in the valley, which in my opinion is the best place to overcome your networking fears. It&#x27;s just that everybody is welcoming and comes from diverse backgrounds, so it&#x27;s almost impossible to go wrong or not to find common touch points. After short time you&#x27;ll see the words flowing just naturally out of your mouth.
jmnicolasover 10 years ago
Plug the Ethernet cable in the RJ45 connector and voilà you&#x27;re actually networking \o&#x2F;