About Entrepreneurs: The Importance of Being Memorable

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	from Scott Allen Have you ever attended a conference or networking event, collected a bunch of business cards, and when you go through them the next day, you can't remember who many of them are? Or try to think of someone you met and had a conversation with, but you can't remember their name or their business to look them up? Well, you certainly don't want to be one of those that other people can't remember, do you? This week I've got some tips on how to make yourself memorable when meeting people face-to-face, plus some more tips on networking and first impressions.
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The Importance of Being Memorable It's fine to pass out business cards, but if people don't remember you well, they probably won't be calling you to follow up, and they certainly won't keep you in mind for their future needs or possible referrals. Here are five ways to help people remember you (in a good way!).             More Topics First Impressions Is your first impression your best one? First Impressions Online Put your virtual best foot forward A Pocket Full of Business Cards Stand out by following up Honing Your Pitch Describe what you do in 25 words or less Educate First . . . For Success How not to come across as desperate How to Cultivate a Network of Endless Referrals Networking as a way of life Speak to the World Without Saying a Word Your body talks. What's it saying? Conference Networking Tips: Make Yourself Useful A great way to make yourself memorable is to actually be of service to someone -- to help them get something done, no matter how simple it may be. Here are some simple ways to be prepared to be helpful to someone in need at your next conference or other big event.   Three Easy Networking Questions to Help You Stand Out How often have you been to a networking event and the next day you realize that there really wasn't much of anything memorable about many of your conversations? Networking expert Brian Hilliard offers three simple questions you can ask at networking events to help you stand out above the usual chit-chat.     Sponsored Links   Entrepreneurs Forum Redesign Easier to read, easier to use - come check it out! The forums at About.com have been completely redesigned. They're easier to read, easier to use and frankly, just look better. Come stop by and share your stories, tips and ideas with your fellow entrepreneurs.   Tax Time Taxing Matters Get all the advice you need for tax preparation, from gathering documents to budget planning and tips for saving more.

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