Business Networking for Veterans: A Guidebook for a Successful Transition from the Military to the Civilian Workforce, Second Edition

B. Event Checklist

The following checklist will help you get the most out of any business event where you are expected to meet and connect with prospects and other people to add to your networking universe. Your objective is to reach out, take the initiative, make a positive impression, and capitalize on contacts and connections that will be a key part of your continued career success.

Before You Go

Do your research. Find out all you can about the event, including any interesting and important facts about the location, its purpose, the organization sponsoring it, and people likely to attend. Think about your reason for attending this event. Is ...