"Be Flexible & Be Pleasantly Surprised!"

 

It's sometimes difficult to meet new business connections at South Jersey Chamber events who are potential long-term business contacts or, better yet, customers. Here's a tip that has helped me over the years.

 

When attending an event where a meal will be served, don't be overly concerned about canvassing the audience to try to find a potential customer to sit next to. Rather, find an open table and sit with someone you don't already know. You will often be pleasantly surprised with the people you'll meet at your table. By being open to making new contacts, I've often met future customers, or business connections who can refer me to a potential customer.  All it takes is being pleasant and engaging, and introducing yourself to new faces you don't already know!