How can you effectively follow up with people you meet at Creator Economy events?

LinkedIn!! Honestly it is hands down the best place to do business and more and more I dependent creators are getting on the platform. Those that get 1000’s of DMs on Twitter or Instagram are probably getting significantly fewer on LinkedIn. That being said, always do your homework: - know the creators content - did they have a milestone they reached recently - did they publish a particular piece of content that went viral - who do they collaborate with - what’s the concise 2 sentence reason you want to connect?

To avoid forgetting to add people on LinkedIn, I like to do it right at the end of the IRL conversation that I have with them. It only takes a few seconds to pull it up on your phone and search them up — plus you won't forget how to spell their names. Not everyone has business cards, and I hate having a wallet full of them. Tip: Add a note to the connection request explaining what you vibed with them on, and who you are. This helpful both for you AND them.

Effectively following up with people you meet at Creator Economy events involves prompt and personalized communication. Send a brief email expressing your pleasure in meeting them and referencing specific points from your conversation. Attach any promised resources or information. Connect on professional platforms like LinkedIn, reinforcing your connection. Mention potential collaboration ideas, expressing genuine interest. Consider scheduling a follow-up meeting or call to discuss shared interests further. Keep it concise, courteous, and focused on building a mutually beneficial relationship in the Creator Economy.

The best place to follow up after an event is LinkedIn for sure! I will always make sure to write down the names of the contacts I met at the event so I can message them on LinkedIn afterward. Even if you connect with them on the platform, it is a step in the right direction for networking with more people!

After attending Creator Economy events, effective follow-up is key. Prioritize meaningful connections who share your goals or offer value. Use tools like notes, cards, or apps to track contacts. A rule of thumb: focus on following up with no more than 10% of the event contacts. 🚀🤝🌟

Here's a template: "Hi A, what you said about B and C really resonated with me at [event name]. BTW, I'm the person that does X at Y company. Good luck with Z thing you mentioned!"

A personalized message can determine if the person you reached out to will answer or not. Make sure you address them by the name they prefer and let them know you met them or saw them at the certain event you attended. Ask them a question or ask for a follow-up to learn more about them and their career. Making sure this message is very personalized and doesn't seem like a copy-and-paste text will help to get them to answer more!

Always ask yourself why are you following up and how you both can help each other. Providing insights on something you are good at is a good start. For example, "I'm a creator who would love to share their perspective with you on X, Y, and Z. I'd also love to hear about what you are currently working on in the X space." This showcases that you would like to have a collaborative relationship with the person who you have reached out to.

Zig Ziglar once noted, 'You don't have to be great to start, but you have to start to be great.' It's not just about following up; it's about initiating purposeful connections. Your follow-up isn't just a reminder of your existence; it's an opportunity to provide value. As you reach out, keep in mind the words of Dale Carnegie, 'You can make more friends in two months by becoming interested in other people than you can in two years by trying to get other people interested in you.' Let your follow-up be a genuine gesture of interest, offering value that resonates and fosters a relationship where both parties thrive.

Being consistent with follow-ups after an event is very important. In my experience, this is what I have done post-event if I am reaching out to someone I want to get to know more: - Follow up 1-2 days after the event, this makes your message more timely and also so they don't forget what you are reaching out from - If you don't get a response for 2 weeks, follow up again. Sometimes the timing has to be right and they may not have seen your first email - If you don't get a response back from your second attempt, you can put contacting this person on the back burner for now. I would then suggest following up a couple of months later on LinkedIn saying hello

The best way to connect with someone at an event is to use the LinkedIn QR code. You are instantly adding them to your network, it removes the need to re-introduce yourself post event as you have made the connection and now its about building the relationship.

My biggest advice is when you are at a Creator Economy event and talking to someone you definitely want to stay in touch with and connect with, do the following: - Pull out your phone and say you would love to get their LinkedIn - Once you both follow each other on LinkedIn, quickly look at your mutual connections on the platform and mention "Oh wow you know XXX" This establishes an even stronger connection and you may realize you have a lot of mutual connections - After doing this, make sure to reach out via message on LinkedIn a few days after the event so you two can connect further

When at networking event ensure you have the LinkedIn QR code on your phone it replaces the need for business cards (which can be lost!) and enables a direct connection to your LinkedIn network. Post event send a personalised message to the contact and build on the relationship.

In addition to wisely selecting contacts, sending personalized messages, following up with purpose, and maintaining respect and consistency, leverage AI tools and platforms like LinkedIn to streamline communication. Employ data-driven insights to tailor your follow-ups, ensuring relevance. Acknowledge shared interests or event highlights and propose concrete collaboration ideas. Be mindful of the recipient's preferred communication channels, optimizing your approach. A thoughtful and technologically savvy follow-up enhances your effectiveness in navigating the dynamic landscape of the Creator Economy.