D3 Solutions Utilizes Networking at Leadership Conference
Beaverton, OR, March 25, 2016 (Newswire.com) - “I really enjoy any opportunity to travel with my teammates, and this latest trip to Texas did not disappoint,” declared Cassie, D3 Solutions’ Director of Operations. “Qualifying for this trip was a goal for many of our associates, and those who earned the right to be there found it very rewarding.”
Cassie and the D3 Solutions management team make it a priority to attend leadership conferences like this latest one in Texas at least once a quarter. There is always cutting-edge information being shared by industry leaders, not to mention the relationships that are built within the organization. According to the Director, business travel is one of the greatest tools she knows of for establishing lasting bonds between co-workers.
"I can completely understand why road trip movies are so appealing,"
Cassie , Director of Operations
“I can completely understand why road trip movies are so appealing,” Cassie explained. “Journeying with my D3 Solutions colleagues is a blast! Obviously conferences are very educational and help us improve as professionals, but we manage to have a lot of fun all the same. I highly recommend business travel as a team-building activity for anyone looking to create greater collaboration and unity in their organizations.”
Networking the D3 Solutions Way
With top producers from all over North America in attendance at this latest quarterly conference, there were abundant opportunities for those representing D3 Solutions to refine their networking skills. “No matter if someone is an extrovert, an introvert, or just plain shy, there are networking strategies that will work for them,” stated Cassie. “Knowing how to network is vital for success in the modern business world, and it’s a part of the training curriculum here at D3 Solutions.”
While every professional’s networking style should be unique, there are foundational practices that work for anyone. As an example, Cassie mentioned it’s important to have realistic expectations for a networking opportunity. She trains the D3 Solutions team to have reasonable goals when it comes to how many people they’ll meet in a specific amount of time. “Having one great conversation every 20 minutes is better than collecting 20 business cards an hour, so if we only have 60 minutes we only expect to meet two or three people,” the Director shared.
Also, Cassie believes it’s best to have at least a couple ice breakers planned ahead of time to make starting conversations easier. Questions work best, especially about pleasantly neutral topics like travel and food. A little bit of research can go a long way in this area – find out about restaurants and tourist attractions in the area. “I tell my team at D3 Solutions to find out what big-name speakers will be there too, and be ready with a question or two specifically for them. Luck favors the prepared, as the saying goes.”
About D3 Solutions
D3 Solutions is a goal-oriented firm that specializes in lead generation through experiential marketing campaigns. They create customized initiatives that enhance brand awareness and accelerate market share growth. The firm emphasizes professional development and has built a team of talented and versatile branding specialists who collaborate to exceed any client’s promotional goals and provide a high return on investment. Through a dedication to customer service and constant innovation, D3 Solutions has become an industry leader and looks forward to many years of helping clients achieve their most ambitious growth objectives.
