Hi I’m a Starting on a career change journey.

Audrey Axelrod

April 24,2023 at 5:39PM UTC

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Hi I’m a Starting on a career change journey. I need advice on networking at an up coming professional conference. I am going for the first time to meet other Ema in my desired field of practice. Many of my skill will carry over. My question is how do I give folks my contact if I we wish to communicate. I used to use business cards but it’s seems passé. How do you communicate who you are what your doing or like to do and contact info at a professional conference? Thank you Audrey

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Tiffany JanssenApril 24,2023 at 9:02PM UTC
We still use business cards, they just look different. Now they might have your social media profile information, a blog you write, LinkedIn profile, maybe even a single page website you've built for a CV. If you haven't used Canva.com before, that's a great free resource to create a business card that reflects you more than just a few lines of text and numbers.
Arika LawrenceApril 24,2023 at 9:57PM UTC
You can also create a digital business card too, especially, if you run out of hard copy biz cards.
The most important thing is to gather all the contacts you meet onsite and make sure you are setting up calls/coffee convos in the moment.
That way, you can follow up after y'all met that day and plan to set up time to speak post-conference, or y'all can plan to meet privately onsite. Do not expect people to reach out to you first, you've gotta own making those connections happen ASAP.
Another pro-tip: It would be good to make a strong mental note/impression about yourself so the person remembers who you are! This could be a specific comment/topic y'all bonded over or maybe it's a statement piece you wore that'll help you stand out in their mind. Remember, they're going to be meeting a lot of people too so it's good you have a plan in place to stand out somehow.
Good luck at your conference and I hope you have a safe and enjoyable time!!
Barb HansenApril 24,2023 at 10:37PM UTC
When I'm chatting with someone that I want to connect with, I'll grab my phone, pull up LinkedIn and connect with someone right then and there (especially if they have a common name). Then either make a note or screenshot that LinkedIn profile so you have a record of who you connected with. After the conference you can follow up after the conference with a message, email or a request to chat.
you could create a QR code that you save as an image on your phone and others can then scan that code to be directed to your LinkedIn page to connect with you.
The other suggestions below are also good ideas - create a digital or paper business card.
AnonymousApril 27,2023 at 4:42PM UTC
Business card with a link to your resume or a QR code to your resume is good. Or you could ask them for their information for a follow up.
Audrey AxelrodMay 18,2023 at 2:36PM UTC
Thank you