How to work a crowd

By alisonstorm

Rate: (0 Ratings)

Networking is a great way to advance your career, make connections and meet new people. Standing out in a crowd can be intimidating but some preparation and planning can help you work a crowd.

Instructions

Difficulty: Moderate

Step1
Research the event. Make sure you understand the dress code and the purpose of the gathering. Knowing these details will ensure you are comfortable. When trying to work a crowd, you don't want to be self-conscious.
Step2
Generate conversation starters beforehand. Think of three topics you can easily talk about with a wide variety of people so that you are not left standing silent.
Step3
Limit your time with each person you meet to under ten minutes. This will provide you with an ample opportunity to introduce yourself, make a connection and move on to someone else.
Step4
Make eye contact and listen when the other person is talking. Remember key details about your brief conversations so that you can introduce them into conversation later in the evening.
Step5
Carry food or a drink in your left hand so that your right hand is free to shake hands with new people.

Tips & Warnings

  • If the event is for business, make sure you have plenty of business cards ready to hand out.
  • Don't expect people to make business decisions at a social event. Follow up afterwards with a phone call or an e-mail.

Post a Comment

POST A COMMENT

Request a New How-To Article

Looking for more How To information? Chances are there’s an eHow member who knows how to do what you’re looking to do. Submit an article request now!

eHow Article:  How to work a crowd

eHow Member: alisonstorm

alisonstorm

Novice Novice | 0 Points

Category: Parties & Entertaining

Articles: See my other articles

Related Ads

Parties & Entertaining

AllanaBaroni
Meet Allana Baroni eHow’s Parties & Entertaining Expert.