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Finding meaningful contacts to exchange information and build relationships with is crucial. Business contact apps handled correctly can bolster your career, develop a name for yourself in your circles, and introduce you to new opportunities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You may find yourself with just a handful of contacts. Awesome! But it\u2019s not how many contacts you have, it\u2019s how you use them. Here are a few tips on what to do next with your newfound wealth of connections.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep Contact Apps Organized and Updated\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\n

No matter how many business cards you collect, if they end up bent and fading in your desk drawer, they\u2019re not going to be much good to you.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep your contacts all organized in one place. An address book, a contacts list, or an app or software dedicated to contact management are all great choices.<\/span><\/p>\n

Know Your Worth When You Go Networking<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Don\u2019t just sell the business, company, or organization you work for when you network with someone! You\u2019re also selling yourself as a contact, a liaison between organizations, and someone they can trust.<\/span><\/p>\n

Be prepared to make an elevator pitch for yourself as well as your company. What have you accomplished? H What can you do for their company that others can\u2019t?<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep Networking!<\/strong><\/h4>\n

You must think we\u2019re crazy, because we JUST said you\u2019ve got contacts now. But that doesn\u2019t mean you should stop going to networking events and go radio silent on networking and contacts apps.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep reaching out, introducing yourself, and staying active on networking and on your contact app. Even if it seems like you\u2019ve got everything you need, you never know what opportunities might come along in the future!<\/span><\/p>\n

Don\u2019t Let the Line Go Dead<\/strong><\/h4>\n

Don\u2019t just keep that number in your contacts until it\u2019s time for you to use it. Not only might that be years down the road, but you want to make sure you stay in THEIR radar in case they have something you can help them with!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Every so often, reach out to these contacts, inquire about their business and what projects they\u2019re working on, even if there\u2019s nothing you have in common quite yet. They\u2019ll be impressed by your attention and consideration, and building that relationship also builds trust.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Arrive Early to Networking Events and Plan to Stay Late<\/strong><\/h4>\n

If you\u2019re at a corporate event, chances are you\u2019re there to listen, participate, build skills, or learn. Chances are you won\u2019t have time to network when those things are happening and you\u2019re not going to make a great impression if you try.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Arrive early to meet other VIPs and chat, and stay late to follow up, discuss the event, and trade contact info.<\/span><\/p>\n

Be Generous with Sharing Tips and Leads<\/strong><\/h4>\n

This may seem counterintuitive but remember, you\u2019re not there to win any competition, you\u2019re there to build relationships and connections. Being a generous and considerate individual is a million times more memorable, and people are more likely to want to work with someone they can trust to have good intentions.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Interested in a smart networking platform that can provide digital business cards, contact management, relationship building, calendars, messaging, and more? Check out the StayTouch app <\/span>here<\/span><\/a>!<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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