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I Hate Networking Slugs … And So Should You

February 13, 2022February 12, 2022 by Phil Stella

I hate Networking Slugs … I really do. And so should you. They typically create very negative first impressions at networking events by doing lots of dumb things. They probably didn’t plan to behave like Slugs and what they do is often out of mindless habit or lack of focus. But, the results are just as lame … and just as annoying.

Most Slugs are real amateur networkers, but not all. I’ve encountered some veteran schmoozers who elevate Slug Behavior to an art form. So have you. When you see them coming, you turn and run. Or, at least, start talking to someone else.

To help you make sure no one ever accuses you of Networking Slug Behavior, here are five things they do to earn that designation and Non-Slug Alternatives they – or you – should consider instead. No need to thank me … it’s my job

Embrace Permission Marketing

December 10, 2021 by Phil Stella

(Now that some organizations are having in-person events again, it’s time to revisit the value of embracing Permission Marketing, another of my holiday gifts to you!)

Ever meet someone at a networking event who turned you off quickly with a negative first impression? Or, who really annoyed you with ineffective follow up? I have – lots of times. I call them ‘Networking Slugs’. They earn that designation for different reasons, but mostly because they don’t practice the simple art of Permission Marketing.

I Hate Networking Slugs … And So Should You (5/19)

April 4, 2021 by Phil Stella

Network with Uncommon Courtesy

November 4, 2019 by Phil Stella

A reader recently asked for some simple tips to network with more courtesy and to avoid coming off like a ‘slug’ at networking events. My comments.

Why I Hate Networking Slugs

May 13, 2019 by Phil Stella

I hate Networking Slugs … I really do. And so should you. They typically create very negative first impressions at networking events by doing lots of dumb things. They probably didn’t plan to behave like Slugs and what they do is often out of mindless habit or lack of focus. But, the results are just as lame … and just as annoying.