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  Before the Event or Interaction Define Your Goals Know what you want: clients, partners, mentorship, insights, etc. Polish Your Elevator Pitch Prepare a short, clear statement of who you are, what you do, and what value you bring. Do Your Homework Research attendees or companies beforehand if possible. Tailor your conversations. During Networking Focus on Giving, Not Just Getting Offer help, share knowledge, or make introductions. Give first—trust builds loyalty. Ask Open-Ended Questions Encourage meaningful conversation: “What’s your biggest challenge right now?” “How did you get started in this field?” Be Genuine People can sense insincerity. Be authentic and show a real interest in others. Listen More Than You Talk Aim for a 70/30 rule — listen 70%, talk 30%. Have Business Cards or LinkedIn Ready Make it easy to connect or follow up. Mind Your Body Language Smile, make eye contact, and have an open posture. After the Event ...

  ⏰ Top Time Management Tips for Bloggers 1. Plan Your Week in Advance Set aside 30 minutes every Sunday or Monday to plan your blog content, tasks, and deadlines. Use tools like Trello , Notion , or Google Calendar . 2. Batch Your Work Write multiple blog posts in one sitting (batch writing). Do content planning, editing, image design, and SEO in separate time blocks. 3. Use a Content Calendar Keep track of upcoming blog posts, publishing dates, and promotional plans. Tools: Airtable , Notion , CoSchedule , or a simple Excel sheet. 4. Set Daily Time Blocks Block 1–2 hours daily for blogging tasks like writing, replying to comments, and promotions. Stick to your schedule to avoid procrastination. 5. Avoid Multitasking Focus on one task at a time—writing, editing, or designing. Use the Pomodoro Technique : 25 minutes focused work + 5 minutes break. 6. Outsource When Needed Delegate tasks like graphic design, proofreading, or social m...