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Maximizing events, guest speakers, and panels
From the course: Digital Networking Strategies
Maximizing events, guest speakers, and panels
- Speakers and panelists are industry experts, have large professional networks, and have shown they're willing to share knowledge and information. That's why they make the perfect addition to your professional network. The key is learning how to connect with them and build a relationship. And fortunately, I've discovered a simple process for doing this over the years. The first step to getting the absolute most out of guest speakers and panelists is simple. Find out who's on the bill ahead of time and what their topic will be. Next, reach out to the speakers to get personally acquainted. Since you're trying to connect with them in a professional capacity, the first place to look for them is on LinkedIn. As a industry leader, chances are they'll be easy to find. In the rare case that you don't find the speaker on LinkedIn, you can check other social media channels as well. While you're looking for a platform that…
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