【学习笔记】懂你英语 商务英语 Level 4 Unit 2 Part 3（I）词汇 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.
Set a goal 确立一个目标
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. 【跟读】
Having a clear goal will prevent you from wandering aimlessly at the event.【填空】
Wear appropriate clothing 穿合适的衣服
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. 【朗读】
【选择】-Where do people go if they want to make business connections? -networking events
【选择】-By setting a gaol before a networking event, you can... identify what outcome you want to achieve
【选择】-Why should you dress well for a networking event? -It can help you leave a good impression.
【选择】-What type of clothing do most networking events require? -business casual clothing
Bring business cards 带名片
Business cards are a branding tool and help people remember you.
So bring professional and up-to-date business cards.
Prepare conversation points 准备谈话点
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? 【跟读】
It has been great! I'm Linda, Head Designer of Nick Spade. Nice to meet you.
【选择】By giving people your business card at a networking event, it... can help them remember you.
【选择】-What can you give people to help them remember you at a networking event? -your business card
【选择】-What can help start a conversation? -icebreaker
【选择】-How should you prepare conversation points? -Prepare some key points about your business.
【填空】You can also start with some general questions, such as why they are attending.
【填空】Business cards serve as a powerful branding tool and help people to remember you.
【跟读】Business cards help people to remember you.
