Moving Around a Room (The Dunbar’s Number Play)
Of course, the context will vary, but a good many networking events take place in traditional meeting room venues. For this reason, it’s useful to look at this setting and how to manage our behavior within it.
As we enter the room we may be met with a range of sensations. Bright lights, background muzak, aromas from the catering station, or the clink of coffee cups or glasses.
Sometimes, this can feel a little overpowering. It’s important therefore to take a few moments to settle in and find our feet.
One excellent tip is to head to the drinks station. This has two benefits; a chance to survey the scene and secondly, being in a queue for refreshment is often an opportunity to strike up ...
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