{"id":1653,"date":"2020-01-08T17:09:15","date_gmt":"2020-01-08T17:09:15","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/webdesigninhoustontexas.com\/silkcards_blogs\/?p=1653"},"modified":"2023-11-06T11:45:06","modified_gmt":"2023-11-06T19:45:06","slug":"5-tips-any-introvert-needs-when-networking-with-anxiety","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/silkcards.com\/blog\/inspire\/5-tips-any-introvert-needs-when-networking-with-anxiety\/","title":{"rendered":"Networking With Social Anxiety \u2013 SilkCards"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nami.org\/About-Mental-Illness\/Mental-Health-Conditions\/Anxiety-Disorders\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">The National Alliance on Mental Illnes estimates that nearly 40 million Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder.<\/a> \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The anxiety disorder spectrum includes post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and social anxiety disorder among others. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regardless of which specific anxiety disorder you have, anxiety cripples daily activities, particularly social activities.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">On the other hand, networking is important in both your business and personal life. Even though the social aspect may be unpleasant, life&#8217;s all about overcoming your adversity in order to be successful in a number of spaces.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The Key to Networking: Confidence<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Confidence is the best tool to combat anxiety, and that is true even in the networking scene. When you have anxiety, confidence can be difficult to obtain, but there are a few things that you can do to cover your bases and feel the best you can.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Do your research<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Research the networking event to ease any concerns and boost your confidence:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"checkppoint\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Research the event space itself.<\/strong> Plan ahead for parking, traffic, etc. so that is not a concern on the day of the networking event. The less you have on your mind, the less frantic you&#8217;ll be.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Learn about the people who are attending the event<\/strong>.\u00a0Whether it&#8217;s prospective employers, potential colleagues or an audience of your ideal clients, <a href=\"\/blog\/inspire\/how-to-prepare-for-business-conventions-what-you-need-to-know\/\">be prepared with a strategy<\/a> that you can execute without feeling ill-equipped.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Practice<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.nimh.nih.gov\/health\/statistics\/prevalence\/social-phobia-among-adults.shtml\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fear of embarrassment<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is often a \u00a0crippling symptom for those with social anxiety . Therefore, introductions, elevator speeches, and pitches can be nerve-racking, but breaking the ice doesn\u2019t need to be so bad. Practicing ice breakers or short introductions in the mirror can help ease anxiety. Take it a step further and practice your posture. The <\/span><a href=\"http:\/\/www.wiley.com\/WileyCDA\/WileyTitle\/productCd-EJSP.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">European Journal of Social Psychology<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> released a study linking proper posture with increased self-esteem. Practice these things and you will conquer your networking event with smooth ice breakers and a poised posture.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Related:\u00a0<a href=\"\/blog\/inspire\/4-communication-and-networking-secrets-of-successful-leaders\/\" target=\"\" rel=\"noreferrer\">4 Communication and Networking Secrets of Successful Leaders<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Dress for success<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Studies<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> continue to show the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.huffingtonpost.com\/jill-l-ferguson\/how-clothing-choices-affect-and-reflect-your-self-image_b_9163992.html\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\" target=\"_blank\">connection between clothing and mental attitudes<\/a>. The choice of clothing for a networking event can dramatically affect your confidence levels and therefore performance. \u00a0If possible, find out what the requested dress code is ahead of time; underdressing is a surefire way to increase anxiety. \u00a0Other clothing tips to help combat anxiety:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"checkppoint\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Worried about sweating?<\/strong> Wear black or a pattern\/color that doesn\u2019t show sweat.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><strong>Wear layers<\/strong>: If you\u2019re flushed or hot, simply remove a layer.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Find a networking buddy<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Anxiety-sufferers, especially those with social anxiety disorders, understand that social situations trigger stress and\/or panic attacks. Finding a networking buddy is a great way to help reduce some of those anxious feelings. Perks of networking buddy:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"checkppoint\">\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You&#8217;ll be less anxious because you already know someone at the event.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">It\u2019s easier to start conversations with strangers if you and a friend are already talking.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Less chance for lulls in conversations with new people.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Have pride in marketing materials and personal branding<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><a href=\"\/business-cards\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer\">Business cards<\/a> and <a href=\"\/blog\/learn\/10-essential-components-of-an-effective-marketing-kit\/\">other marketing materials<\/a>, a staple at networking events, have the potential to be powerful marketing tools. \u00a0The effectiveness of your branding depends on <a href=\"\/blog\/learn\/no-nonsense-business-card-design-tips-you-can-use-today\/\">how much effort you put into the design<\/a>. \u00a0When you have pride in your marketing materials, your business will appear more professional and you will feel more assured of yourself and your business. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The key to conquering networking with anxiety is boosting your overall levels of confidence. Follow the above tips, and you\u2019ll be sure to rock your next networking event. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The National Alliance on Mental Illnes estimates that nearly 40 million Americans suffer from an anxiety disorder. \u00a0 The anxiety disorder spectrum includes post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and social anxiety disorder among others. 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