Virtual events don't have to be so dry! Here's how you can have satisfying conversations and make real connections at the next virtual gathering you attend: https://lnkd.in/d5jgNQn

1. Howto
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2. When was the last time you
had a meaningful exchange
with a fellow attendee at a
virtual event?
. . .and we don’t mean sending messages in
a Zoom chat, or connecting with someone
for 15 minutes during a speed dating-style
networking event.

3. We’re talking about the authentic
conversations that lead to actual results
like, the beginning of a friendship or a
business collaboration.
Those types of interactions were a staple
of the in-person event experience.
In a virtual context, they have
become a rarity.

4. But that doesn’t have to be the case.
That is why we're sharing five tips that you
can use to have better conversations at the
next virtual or hybrid event you attend.

5. Approach conversations with a
collaborative learning mindset.
Go into discussions with openness and the
desire to identify common goals.
Having this mindset allows you to be
more present and pushes you to ask
more questions, find commonalities—all
great ways to have a more engaging
conversation.
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6. Be specific about what you
would like to talk about.
Eliminate the awkwardness of speaking
with a stranger by letting them know what
you'd like to discuss and what you both
can gain from the conversation.
This approach will also ensure that you
make the most of the time together by
diving into subjects you’re most excited
to talk about.
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7. Don’t be afraid to let your
personality show.
Don’t be afraid to go off script and
connect on a more human level,
by sharing interests or opinions
that make you uniquely you.
People want to express themselves and
often you have to give them the permission
to do so by being your authentic self.
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8. Practice active listening by making
space for others to share their
thoughts freely with you.
Active listening involves being present, and
really listening to the other person. The
goal is to make space for the other person
to freely express themselves and to
understand what they would like
to takeaway from the discussion.
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9. Always follow up.
A great conversation doesn’t have to be
limited to a single moment or an hour. It
can start with a short exchange (like in a
Zoom breakout room) and continue over
weeks, or even months.
So, no matter how long or short your
exchange with someone, make sure to
share your information and follow up with a
thoughtful message.
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10. Curious about what Braindate may look
like in your event, organization, or
community?
Don't be shy. Just get in touch!
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