{"id":11350,"date":"2024-01-28T14:41:36","date_gmt":"2024-01-28T19:41:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/oshawachamber.com\/?p=11350"},"modified":"2024-01-28T14:41:36","modified_gmt":"2024-01-28T19:41:36","slug":"networking-opportunities-the-key-to-real-growth-shorter-sales-cycles","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/oshawachamber.com\/resources\/networking-opportunities-the-key-to-real-growth-shorter-sales-cycles\/","title":{"rendered":"Networking Opportunities: The Key to Real Growth & Shorter Sales Cycles"},"content":{"rendered":"
In a post-quarantine era dominated by digital communication, our little team is noticing a real spike in the number of professionals who are rediscovering the unparalleled value of in-person networking. This return to face-to-face interactions is not just a nod to traditional business practices but a strategic move that is significantly shortening sales cycles and creating substantial growth opportunities.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n To anyone who has quickly grown a business using primarily online means, however, the idea of in-person networking may seem quaint.\u00a0 The thing is, many businesses still rely on longer (more than just a quick click!) sales cycles, and if the success of your business involves having meaningful, reliable connections with other humans, I do suggest you give the below at least a skim; we dug into this topic a bit and made an infographic for you below.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n In the wake of a world that went almost entirely virtual, the business landscape is once again buzzing with the energy of in-person meetings. Locally, the Oshawa Chamber<\/a> is at the forefront of this shift, facilitating a plethora of networking opportunities and having the privilege of watching networking work its magic in real time. These gatherings are more than mere social events; they are strategic arenas where trust is built, ideas are exchanged, and collaborations are forged.\u00a0 We\u2019re also doing our best to offer events that are suited to different personality types, business verticals, and levels of tenure in business experience.<\/span><\/p>\n The digital age, despite its numerous advantages, often strips communication of its personal touch. In-person networking brings back the nuanced, non-verbal cues that are integral to building trust. A handshake, eye contact, or the energy in a room can bridge gaps that emails or video calls cannot. Members who engage in these face-to-face interactions often report faster decision-making processes, as the trust established in person tends to expedite business negotiations.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n But why does in-person continue to matter so much?<\/span><\/p>\nThe Revival of In-Person Networking<\/span><\/h2>\n
Building Trust through Personal Interaction<\/span><\/h2>\n
The Power of Non-Verbal Communication in Networking<\/span><\/h2>\n