Building a Circle of Connections for Networking Success

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Question: How can you build rapport with new network contacts?

Instruction: Choose all options that best answer the question.

Answer Choices

Upon meeting a new contact, steer the conversation, beginning with a short but interesting opening pitch

When you first meet a new contact, convey your seniority and importance so they're keen to connect with you

Participate actively in virtual conferences and events, including smaller breakout rooms and more focused sessions

Speak emotionally about your hopes and dreams when you meet a new contact for the first time

Maintain good communication habits and be open and approachable after meeting someone for the first time

Use a new contact's social media profiles to find out about their interests and discern what stands out about them