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Student Affairs Networking for Introverts: How to Succeed in a World of Party Planners and Social Butterflies!
2014 WVASPA Annual Conference
Charleston, WVSlide2
Session Objectives
Participants will:
Differentiate between
an introvert,
ambivert
, and extrovert.
Identify
simple strategies for building or increasing ones professional network
.
Implement approaches to assist negotiating aspects of work life.Slide3
Introvert, Ambivert, Or Extrovert?I = Introvert. Introspective. You feel energized by ideas and activities that really interest you. Prefer a few close friends.
E/I =
Ambivert
.
Sociable on your own terms. You fall smack in the middle of the introvert-extrovert spectrum. You can tap into either side when needed.
E = Extrovert.
Gregarious. You feel energized by interacting with people. Prefer a large social network.Slide4
Are you an introvert? I prefer one-on-one conversations to group activities
.
I often prefer to express myself in writing
.
I enjoy solitude
.
I seem to care about wealth, fame, and status less than my peers
.People tell me that I'm a good listener.I'm not a big risk-taker.I enjoy work that allows me to "dive in" with few interruptions.I like to celebrate birthdays on a small scale, with only one or two close friends or family members.People describe me as "soft-spoken" or "mellow.“I prefer not to show or discuss my work with others until it's finished.I tend to think before I speak.I often let calls go through to voice-mail.Source: Susan Cain, QuietSlide5
What does it mean to be an introvert?Typically you will have a small group of close friends
Like
quiet for concentration
Tend to be careful with details, dislike sweeping statements
Have trouble remembering names and faces
Tend to not to mind working on one project for a long time without interruptions
Like to think a lot before actingSlide6
Networking DefinedNetworking: the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions;
specifically
:
the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business
(Merriam-Webster online dictionary)Slide7
Identify your networkColleagues inside your organizationMembers of professional organizationsCommunity partners
Vendors
Civic organizations
Family
Members
Friends
Classmates
Neighbors Former classmates and co-workersSmall businesses that you frequent such as salons, banks, florist, etc.Slide8
Places to Build your networkWorkClubs/civic organizations
Chamber of Commerce sponsored “networking” events
Professional development engagement (courses, institutes, etc.)
Conferences
Community Events
Alumni Associations
Online through social mediaSlide9
Acquaintances, Allies, Mentors, and Sponsors…Acquaintance: a person one knows slightly, but who is not a close
friend. Largest group of your network.
Ally:
a person
that you support and receive support from. Typically five to ten exist in your network.
Mentor:
an individual who teaches/gives
help and advice. Typically only two to three in your network.Sponsor: an individual who can provide you opportunities (employment, professional, etc.). Typically only one to two in your network. Slide10
Tips for Networking at ConferencesHave a game plan and prepareMake friends with an extrovert
Start conversations with compliments…not requests for business cards
Take advantage of group networking activities
Take a lot of breaks to rechargeSlide11
Name tags and lapel pins…Name tags should be worn on the right side. This way it is easy for the person you shake hands with to look you in the eye and still see your name tag.Lapel pins should be worn on the left side. Preferably near the heart.Slide12
Professional associationsAttendance at meetings and conferences.Volunteer at events such as working the registration table, stuffing conference bags, etc.
Present a conference session or facilitate roundtable discussion.
Take advantage of the networking opportunities such as attending receptions and banquets.Slide13
The Social Media ImpactFacebook has over 1 Billion Users
Twitter has over 550 Million Users
Linkedin
has over 2 Million Networking Groups
40 million photos are uploaded to
Instagram
every day
Pinterest has 50 Million Users100 hours of video are uploaded to YouTube each minuteSlide14
Web address: www.twitter.comPostings: 140 character limit
Information gathering site.
Follow industry leaders, companies, etc.
Choose a “handle” that is professional.
Keep Tweets professional.
500 million users
On average, 400 million tweets sent per day
28% of retweets are due to users asking followers to “Please RT”Slide15
Web address: www.linkedin.com Professional networking site.
Utilize for job search, networking, online resume, etc.
Create a complete profile to appear in more searches.
Make
connections in a new city, company, or industry
Stay
in touch with colleagues, classmates, etc.
238 million users50% of users have a bachelors degree or higherTotal number of networking groups is 1.5 million1 billion endorsements were given to users Slide16
Following up with a ContactSend a personal email or handwritten note to the contact.
Ask to connect with the individual on
Linkedin
.
Follow-up within one week of the interaction.Slide17
5 way to cope with the fact that you can’t remember someone’s name“I know your name, but I’m blocked”
“Of course I know you—in fact, I want all you information”
You’re brilliant!”
“One-sided Introduction”
The “tip of my tongue” dodge.Slide18
Teambuilding for introvertsAllow time for individual reflection.
Avoid icebreakers with a lot of personal contact.
Don’t put too much focus on individuals during activity.
Educate group about differences between “introverts” and “extroverts.”
Mix activities—allow some time for larger group activities and some time for individual one-on-one projects.Slide19
Meetings Made EasySend out an agenda in advance of the meeting.
Establish ground rules or follow a set of rules such as Robert’s Rules of Order.
Facilitate meeting so that everyone has the opportunity to speak.
As
the
meeting facilitator, observe
both verbal and non-verbal cures when facilitating project discussion
.Allow for individuals to submit comments after a meeting on important decisions, etc.Be mindful of the time.Slide20
Finding the “sweet” spot at workCancel your social plans on the weekend before a big meeting or group project at work.
Practice journaling, yoga, or meditation.
Calendar block—block of specific times during your day to work on projects alone, check email, etc.
Chose technology—use email to communicate instead of lots of back to back meetings.
Always set a meeting agenda and send it out beforehand—this helps introverts to process the information and reflect prior to the meeting.
Take your vacation time. Slide21
RechargeSlide22
ResourcesBreitbarth, W. (2011). The Power Formula for Linkedin
Success. Kick-start your business, brand and your job search. Austin, TX: Greenleaf Book Group Press.
Cain, S. (2012). Quiet: The power of introverts in a world that can’t stop talking. New York, NY: Broadway Books.
Myers, I.B.,
McCaulley
, M.H.,
Quenk
, N.L. and Hammer, A.L. (2009). MBTI® Manual. A guide to the development and use of the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator® instrument. Third Edition. CPP: Mountain View, CA. Images: Google Image SearchSlide23
Contact Information
Candice Stadler, Director of Career Services
New River Community and Technical College
Phone: 304.929.5020
Email:
cstadler@newriver.edu
Twitter:
@CandiceStadlerLinkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/candicestadler