Networking events used to scare me to death (due to my introverted nature). But over the years, it’s become much easier for me to attend an event where I know practically no one, and come out having met some valuable contacts.

So what do you do AFTER the networking event to follow-up with the people you’ve met? I found an article by Felicia Slattery on just that very subject. I first met Felicia in an online coaching group, and she has lots of good insight on this and other subjects. Enjoy!

Networking Follow Up Tips for Solo-Professionals So You Don’t Feel Like You’re “Bothering” Anyone
By Felicia Slattery

Networking is one of the best ways for a solo-preneur to get out from what can easily become your lonely office. At networking events you meet other business people and can introduce them to your products and services. You also get to make some important connections to help others. If you look at networking events as your opportunity to help others, you’ll attract more people. As a result your communication will have a different feel to it.

Instead of contacting people after a networking event to sell them on your product or service, you can connect with them in order to provide information that will be useful to them. By providing useful information, you will stand out in that person’s mind. When they need that type of information again or information they know you offer — you can bet your phone will ring!

Your follow-up actually begins while at the networking event. Pay attention to what others tell you. Ask what they need. Listen attentively. If you know a person or business who can fill that need, share the information and promise to follow-up with contact details.

After the networking event here are three ways to follow up so you don’t feel like you’re bothering someone:

Read the entire article here.