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10 Networking Mistakes That Make You Look Dumb

Common Networking Blunders You Don't Even Know You're Making

8. You're Uninformed

Read the news. And don’t stop with the weather and traffic reports. A working knowledge of current events is an easy way to add value to almost any conversation. Consider it your homework for building a more engaging personality and as a critical element in establishing your relevancy.

Your industry will be impacted by world events. Maintain at least a basic awareness of global situations or risk labeling yourself as non-visionary and not address book-worthy. After all, if you're networking with a bigwig but didn't hear about their recent bankruptcy filing or the fact that they've been bought by another company, you're going to look awfully foolish.

 

  • Heather Dugan

    Heather Dugan is a freelance writer/photographer and voice-over/on-camera talent with an international business clientele who specializes in spotlighting the inspiring and often humorous elements of business, family and travel. Her articles … Read more...