Networking, Networking, Networking

Anyone in the business world (whether it is having your own business or having a job in corporate america) is well aware of the importance of networking. Last night I was invited to attend a Meet and Greet with some reps from my college alma mater and some other alum in New York City. Since I saw it as a huge networking opportunity I set out to the train station and got ready for my 1hr 20min train ride into NYC. I was slightly freaking out because I have only been to NYC a handful of times and I NEVER went there by myself. I didn't even know anyone that I was meeting but for some reason knew I needed to be there. So I stepped way out of my comfort zone and did it. I am so glad that I did. Turns out they are looking to start some local alumni chapters in Philadelphia and/or NYC. Since I was the only one at the meet and greet who lives close to Philly it looks like I will be the one trying to get it all together. Because let's be honest...I am bored and have nothing else to do! YEAH RIGHT! But what I do know is that re-connecting with higher level reps and other alum from my alma mater could bring nothing but positive things. So for me, adding this to my already over-flowing plate will be a short term time investment with the possibility of long term gains! The moral of the story is when you see an opportunity to network and get yourself out there...TAKE IT...even if it freaks you out a little and takes you out of your comfort zone. You never know what could happen when you throw caution to the wind and go for it!