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What are the best ways to overcome social anxiety when networking?

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Networking is a crucial skill for senior stakeholder management, but it can also trigger social anxiety for many people. If you feel nervous, uncomfortable, or intimidated when meeting new people or attending events, you are not alone. However, you can overcome social anxiety and boost your confidence by following some simple strategies. In this article, we will share with you the best ways to prepare, practice, and perform when networking.

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NANDAK PANDYA

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1 Set realistic goals

Before you go to a networking event, decide what you want to achieve and how you will measure your success. For example, you might aim to connect with three new contacts, exchange business cards, or learn something new. Having clear and attainable goals will help you focus on the positive outcomes and reduce the pressure of impressing everyone. You can also reward yourself after the event for meeting your goals and acknowledge your progress.

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Share something new. I do this by bringing my LinkedIn URL in a QR as main page in my mobile. So after meeting somebody in the event, I ask him/her if can add me to his/her LinkedIn network, and I ask them just to scan that QR (my mobile screensaver), so in this way they learn something new and the link my name to innovative ideas.??

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2 Do your research

One of the common sources of social anxiety is the fear of running out of things to say or being asked something you don't know. To avoid this, you can do some research on the event, the attendees, and the topics beforehand. You can use social media, websites, or newsletters to find out more about the people you want to talk to, their interests, and their backgrounds. You can also prepare some questions and conversation starters based on your research and practice them with a friend or colleague.

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Be open, stick to one place and let it flow. Of course I think all the suggestions for be more prepared for the session are important, but once at the social event, my advice is to stick to one place (let them come to you) and let it flow. Whoever you have to meet, you will meet, so that will keep you calm and in control.

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3 Use the buddy system

Another way to overcome social anxiety when networking is to bring a friend or colleague who can support you and introduce you to others. Having a familiar face can make you feel more comfortable and confident in a new environment. However, don't rely too much on your buddy and limit your interactions with them. You should also make an effort to branch out and talk to different people, even if it means leaving your comfort zone.

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4 Be mindful of your body language

Your body language can have a big impact on how you feel and how others perceive you when networking. If you are tense, fidgety, or closed off, you might send the wrong signals and miss out on opportunities. On the other hand, if you are relaxed, open, and friendly, you might attract more attention and create rapport. Some tips to improve your body language are: smile, make eye contact, nod, lean in, and use gestures.

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5 Follow up and follow through

The last step to overcome social anxiety when networking is to follow up and follow through with your new contacts. This will help you build trust, credibility, and relationships with them. You can send a thank-you email, a LinkedIn request, or a phone call within 24 hours of the event and express your appreciation and interest. You can also offer value, such as sharing an article, a resource, or a referral. Finally, you should keep in touch and follow through with any promises or commitments you made during the event.

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6 Here’s what else to consider

This is a space to share examples, stories, or insights that don’t fit into any of the previous sections. What else would you like to add?

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In my view, Anxiety during networking erupts because of a deviation of the context. 1) Please be fully, wholly aware of the context 2) Comparison kills at least one aspect of the advantages and allows worry to creep in. 3) Respct for the social setting itself is essential 4) Even if, anything that irritates you happens, always remember that an action/behavior/language is different from an individual. And a very important thing to keep anxiety away is 5) Keep the “WHAT” & remove the “TONE” of it.

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1 Set realistic goals

2 Do your research

3 Use the buddy system

4 Be mindful of your body language

5 Follow up and follow through

6 Here’s what else to consider

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1 Set realistic goals

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