e-Schmoozing: Networking in a Socially Distanced World

Remember the halcyon days of in-person socializing when you could meet, shake hands and stand next to clients and colleagues at industry gatherings, professional development events and social events? In hindsight, it seemed simpler then. Rules around conducting business may have changed but business itself has not. You need to adapt to keep yourself and the legal services you offer relevant, valuable, compliant with Rules of Professional Conduct and in front of those who may need those services. 

This session covers many aspects of how to expand your networking and business development skills to the virtual realm as well as increasing your confidence in how to make the most of your online, real-time interactions.    

Topics include:

• The difference between virtual networking vs. virtual business development and why it is vital to fit the purpose to the situation and to comply with professional obligations
• Using videoconferencing chat rooms with skill and grace…and purpose
• Mentoring and career management ideas from inside the screen                                                                                                                                                                           

Wallflowers and smooth talkers, introverts and extroverts, senior counsel and new lawyers are equally welcome.   

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