This afternoon I facilitated a session on Networking IRL (In Real Life) for Young Professionals of Central Virginia. Here’s my slide deck. I’d love to know what you think. Networking In Real Life (IRL) View more presentations from Cheryl Smith. What’s your favorite networking story?

An e-troduction is an introduction between two or more people made using digital communication (email, text message, or through a social networking site, blog, etc.).  The best e-troductions are unsolicited. In 2009, why not consider adding e-troductions to your networking plan? Why? E-troductions are easy. You don’t have to be in the same geographic location [...]

For the last few years, on the evening of the BB&T Virginia 10-Miler, Schmitty and I have attended a beer tasting party/cookout hosted by some friends of mine. The second year, Schmitty (an Introvert) asked me for some tips on how to start a conversation with someone he’s never met before. I encouraged him to [...]

You’re an introvert and you suddenly realize networking isn’t an option. Maybe you’re a small business owner and you need to meet new people to grow your business. Maybe your boss wants you to attend some networking events to gain additional visibility for the company. Or perhaps your significant other is dragging you to a [...]