Vocabulary【Preparing for an Event】
Attending networking events is a great way to help your career.
It can help you find a job, meet business partners, or learn about industry trends.
But if you want to get the most out of these events, you should prepare beforehand.
beforehand: 提前，事先
Set a goal
Set a goal for what you aim to achieve at the event.
It should be specific and reasonable.
For example, your goal could be exchanging cards with five people.
Having a clear goal will prevent you from wandering aimlessly at the event.
aimless: 无目的的
Wear appropriate clothing
Wear appropriate clothing to the event.
Most networking events require you to wear business casual clothing.
The right clothes will give people a positive impression and make you feel more comfortable.
casual clothing: 休闲装
Bring business cards
Business cards are a branding tool and help people remember you.
So bring professional and up-to-date business cards.
Prepare conversation points
Prepare some key points about your business, as well as questions you want to ask people.
You can also prepare a few icebreakers to start conversations.
For example, you can ask general questions, such as how someone feels about the event.
Hi, I'm not sure if we've met. I am Jeff from CC Furniture. How do you like the event?
It has been great! I'm Linda, Head Designer of Nick Spade. Nice to meet you.
icebreaker: 活跃气氛的话
Question
- Where do people go if they want to make business connections?
> networking events - By setting a gaol before a networking event, you can...
> identify what outcome you want to achieve - What type of clothing do most networking events require?
> business casual clothing - What can you give people to help them remember you at a networking event?
> your business card - What can help start a conversation?
> icebreaker - How should you prepare conversation points?
> Prepare some key points about your business. - Business cards serve as a powerful branding tool and help people to remember you.
