Frequently Asked Questions

What is High Speed Networking?

You may have heard the term 'speed networking' bandied about a lot recently. It's become a very popular and fast growing form of business networking and growing your business. So how does speed networking work?

Well, you may have heard of speed dating, it’s exactly the same principle just adapted for business. Attendees are seated in pairs and each one has between 2 and 7 minutes (this varies depending on the event) to introduce themselves and what they do. Participants will share business cards, history and offer new contacts with valuable information about their business. For example some of the information shared:

• Who do you know that might need their services?
• Who has a similar client base?
• Who might like to exchange client leads with them?
• How might each company do business with each other?
• Can you introduce them to anyone who can help them?

At the end of the time frame an alarm sounds and one of the parties moves to the next person until everyone has had a chance to meet. It’s an excellent way for people who find business networking difficult, to meet others. It also breaks the ice for any general networking which might follow afterwards and gets around the age old problem of business networking events of only talking to people you already know.

What Should I bring?

Although you don't have to bring anything other than your self and the knowledge of your business, it is suggested that you do bring some of these items;

• Business cards
• Brochures
• Notepad (for taking notes on other businesses)
• Something to write with of course!
• Appointment book

Remember that we will be providing some basic forms with questions that you might want to ask for each participant and potential business networking resource.

How do I register for an event?

You must register prior to any event via our online registration page for upcoming business networking events. This is only to assure the proper planning of the event so you can rely on making the most out of the High Speed Networking event that you attend. If you are booking for a group or more than one participant, you can make that choice at the payment link.

How can I host an event?

You can simply contact us for an appointment so we can discuss all the details, use our contact page for information on how to contact us to schedule an appointment.

How does the High Speed Networking event work?

With all participants seated in pairs, the High Speed Networking session will commence. During each fast paced session, the participants will be able to network face-to-face. After the end of each session the participants will quickly alternate their seating arrangements as designed by the BizNetworking4u team and pair up with their next networking opportunity. The process will continue until all participants have interacted with everyone.

Can anyone attend a High Speed Networking event?

Every event is unique and the details of each event will be posted on our "Upcoming Events" page as to what the details are for each event and who can participate. Generally all the events will be open to all unless a company wants to use an event for interdepartmental purposes.

How can I continue my networking after the event?

You can utilize our online business networking forum to keep in contact with, or make new contacts within the Puget Sound region. Sign up for a FREE account to utilize the forum resources. You can post almost whatever you like on the forum, brand your business with your signature, pose questions, get answers, participate in discussions, utilize instant messaging with other online participants and much more. One good idea is to setup your account prior to an event so you can give out your online username as a reference tool to keep in touch.

Why should I attend a High Speed Networking event?

Because High Speed Networking allows you to meet 20-30 people in the same night for a short meeting which allows you to present you and your business. And you can establish almost instanty whether the person across the table from you can be of value to your or perhaps even someone else you know. All of this is done in a fun, relaxing environment for a small amount of money as compared to other forms of advertising, you are reaching a very targeted audience, your other Puget Sound professionals.