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Championship Networking

Welcome to Championship Networking by Networking Guru, Eric Shaw. As we all know, in the entertainment industry, it’s often “who we know” as well as “what we know.” Learn networking tips to make the most of your opportunities. A monthly column.

Always Wear Name Tags on the Right

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips

You will find that if you forget a name during s conversation, the location of the name tag will have become imprinted, and your eyes will unconsciously be drawn to it.

Be Early and Step Up!

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips

It’s particularly important to arrive early so you can create an opportunity to meet the other early-birds informally.

Build Relationships; Do Not Sell

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips

 
 
Build Relationships; Do Not Sell
 
The greatest misconception about networking is that you are selling. No, no no. As a result, when someone tries to sell you something at a networking or social event, there is something phony about the whole endeavor. If you feel that you’ve been trying to sell yourself or [...]

Choose your Prospects

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips

Place yourself in locations to meet those you want to meet.

Eric Shaw’s networking tip: Create Hooks!

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips

When you attend a networking function, organized or otherwise, don’t be afraid to share a personal tidbit or two.

Foster Word of Mouth

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips

Championship Networking hint: Our words mean everything.

Give, Give, Give

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips


Hone Your Introduction

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips

Introduce yourself in 15 seconds.

Judge the picture, not the frame

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips


Let others know about your special talents.

Written By Eric Shaw
Your Host Christie Philips

We should educate as many people as possible about what we do, so they can help us.




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