Robbie Samuels: Croissants vs. Bagels
Robbie Samuels has been recognized as a networking expert by Inc. and Lifehacker, and is the author of Croissants vs. Bagels: Strategic, Effective, and Inclusive Networking at Conferences.* He’s a member of the National Speakers Association and has been speaking on the topic of inclusive networking for over a decade.
Key Points
- If you’re brand new to a conference, scan the floor and look for welcoming people. If you don’t see anyone, get in a line somewhere to meet people.
- If you’re a regular at the conference, think of yourself as a host.
- A lot of networking success is about preparation.
- When you go into a session early, don’t just hop on your phone. Talk to people.
- When a line forms to talk to a speaker, work the line. It’s a great opportunity for networking.
- Organizing a networking event at a conference is a great way to meet people.
Resources Mentioned
- Croissants vs. Bagels by Robbie Samuels*
- Contactually
- Quiet by Susan Cain*
- robbiesamuels.com/coachingforleaders
Book Notes
Download my highlights from the Croissants vs. Bagels in PDF format (free membership required).
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- CFL73: The Secret To Success At Conferences
- CFL209: Get ROI From Professional Associations
- CFL316: Executive Presence with Your Elevator Speech
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Hi,
I really appreciated this episode. Like many times I when right away to see what was the book and put it on my wishlist (that one bubbled-up right away 🙂 ). Robbie, are you planning to do an audio version (or make it available)?
Like Dave, I’m still much more introvert that I would like. And I always get out of my comfort zone to learn more. Most of those events are often in English and this is not my primary language, so it always a bit stressful. Now I have a lot of homework and preparation for my next event, and I all excited about it.
Thank you a lot, looking forward to reading the book soon. And ear you next week.
Frank, thanks for the kind note. So many of us struggle with this – glad you got some new ideas for the next event.
Drop us a line back and let us know what you tried.