As they are contradictorily informal events designed to foster formal connections, networking meet ups can feel inauthentic and unpalatably transactional However, by employing the right strategy, it is possible to both have fun and get some mission-critical introductions at your next industry event. As noted in this Fast Company piece, you’ll likely have a lot better luck landing potential clients by keeping your business card in your pocket while at the same time working to start conversations about anything but business.
Read the full article here: http://www.fastcompany.com/3059531/your-most-productive-self/how-i-learned-to-stop-hating-networking-events-mostly