Here's how you can handle emotions and stay composed at networking events.

One of the most valuable skills in life is emotional self-regulation. We all have emotional triggers, and we all feel triggered at the wrong time in the wrong place :). Your ability to master your impulse control - the time between your trigger and your reaction - is what will keep you grounded and composed. Especially in networking event, you never know who you will meet and in what mood they are in. You can't control people's moods, but you can control your attitude and how you respond to it.

Networking can cause stress for sure. Meeting with strangers, and talking about yourself, your passion is very vulnerable. One way to counteract that is to write our 50 ways that what you do helps people and read this before you go to a meeting. This builds your confidence and reminds you that you have many things to offer and know how to discuss them.

Autoconhecimento é a peça inicial para todas as etapas de processos de networking, participação ativa em construções de ideias coletivas e colaborativas. É por meio desse Autoconhecimento que as partes podem administrar sua inteligência emocional e segui com flexibilidade e entrosamento.

Visualization is a powerful way to overcome any anxiety you may feel when it comes to networking. After my burnout and isolation period, I felt comfortable being in hermit mode and resisted going to events and network. It felt too overwhelming. Even if I thrived in the past on networking, it was difficult for me to get back out there. What helped is visualise myself enjoying networking again, having uplifting conversations, meeting new people and just enjoying myself. I replaced the negative lens to which I viewed anxiety with a new mental model that was more optimistic. Visualization is a powerful tool at everyone's disposal.

At networking events, attune to the subtle cues of the room. Listen keenly to the undertones of conversation, observe body language, and sense the collective energy. Adjust your approach accordingly, offering warmth where it's needed, space where it's lacking. Reading the room is about understanding the present and shaping the future dialogue. Your dedication to this art ensures every interaction becomes a platform for trust, empathy, and skillful connection.Let intuition guide your responses, seamlessly blending empathy and assertiveness. Remember, the true mastery lies in harmonizing with its dynamic rhythm. In this dance of connection, every step forward enriches both your journey and those you encounter.

Remember to be yourself with social intelligence. Of course authenticity is key, but you would not want to act the same way you act at home as you act in a professional networking event. Than enjoy yourself, and set an intention to seek to understand before being understood. Connect with people, be more interested in them than in yourself. Active listening, ask question to understand and listen to others.

Before every networking event, I always set an intention. I become clear on why am I going to that event and what my outcome is. This helps me stay present, enjoy the event and align with people who are meant to be on my path.

Engaging mindfully is vital when staying composed at networking events. In my experience, remembering my goal of attending the event helps me to stay focused and grounded while at the event. This also helps me to interact intentionally when networking with others attendees and other professionals. I am also not afraid to take a walk outside of where the main events may be taking place to explore more scenery or even run to the restroom. This is a helpful technique that allows me to disconnect from energy and dynamics that may not be necessarily benefitting me. That said, you want to keep a close eye on your energy levels. Be mindful of how you feel, what your thought patterns are and how your goals change or stay the same while there.

Before you go into a brand new networking meeting, set an intention to listen more than you speak so you can get to know where others are coming from, and then when they ask you a question about what you do you can gear your answer to their situation. You could say, "When I work with people who have that issue, I do this..."

Emotional Freedom Technique or Tapping is a great way to bring yourself from fight or flight response into calm and centeredness. So you can tap on either side of your breastbone, under your collarbone and repeat, "All is well. I am centered, calm and balanced. I am confident and caring." This immediately shifts your energy.

Utilise simple breathing techniques to maintain composure and manage anxiety during networking events. Deep, controlled breathing can help calm your nervous system and clear your mind, making it easier to handle overwhelming or stressful interactions. Before entering the event or during moments of heightened stress, take a few minutes to focus on your breath, inhaling slowly and exhaling fully. This technique helps you stay composed and boosts your confidence and presence, enabling you to engage more effectively with others.