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Sign into your account4 Fresh Networking Ideas You Haven't Tried Yet
October 16 2015
Are your old networking activities not engaging you like they used to? It may be time for a change of pace. Or maybe you already volunteer or belong to the local chamber of commerce and are just looking to add something new to your networking repertoire.
Regardless of your reason, we've rounded up four alternative networking ideas to try. Some may be a little off the beaten path of what you're used to--but that's good for those who need to be shaken out of a networking rut!
Remember, the key to networking success is being genuinely interested in what you're doing. If you're feeling dissatisfied with your current options, that may be a sign your interest is waning. Don't worry--one of the following 4 networking ideas just may reinvigorate you! Try the ones that resonate with your personal interests:
Makerspaces
Never heard of a makerspace before? You're probably in the majority. Also known as hackerspaces, these workspaces offer community members access to a wide variety of tools like CNC routers, laser cutters, sewing machines, laminators, computers, woodworking tools, metalworking tools, and more. It's a place for people who like to create things, and who want to learn from and collaborate with other "makers."
If you're the crafty type or someone who likes to build things, makerspaces are a great option. Here you'll find the type of homeowner who prefers to build their own dining room table rather than buy it!
For a better idea of what makerspaces are like, here's an example of a makerspace in our hometown. To find one in your area, try this makerspace directory or this map of hackerspaces.