Research My Networking Event - Step 9: Evaluate Your Energy/Curiosity

When you genuinely want to be in the room, you show up differently. 

Your energy shifts, and people notice. A wise coach once said, “Energy precedes outcome.” When you walk into a networking event excited, curious, and energized, that vibe doesn’t just stay with you, it radiates. Others feel it, they respond to it, and before you know it, your energy becomes contagious in the best possible way.

So, take a look at your upcoming events: do you truly want to be in those rooms? And if the answer is not really, what could you shift; your mindset, your goals, or even your preparation to spark that genuine excitement?

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#9 Excitement/Curiosity for the Networking Event

 

Are you genuinely interested, excited, and energized about being in the room, and if so, why?

Do you want to be there?

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If you are fired up, stakes are likely higher as you'll have more potential to crush it.

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Want some insider tips from the Practiced Professional’s playbook for raising your energy, sparking excitement, and dialing up your interest?

1. Do your research. Just like we’ve been practicing here, the more you know, the more curious and energized you’ll feel. Imagine walking in knowing you can introduce two people who need to meet—or finally connect with someone you’ve been eager to talk to.

2. Boost your energy before you walk in. Queue up your favorite hype song, strike a power pose, hit a quick workout, or center yourself with meditation. Whatever gets you feeling energized, do that first.

3. Come prepared with intention. Know your purpose and goals. Have fresh, engaging ways to start conversations and introduce yourself. Be clear on your ask, and equally clear on how to exit conversations with ease and grace.

Psst... these just happen to be skills we develop with you in the Networking Practice Lab. Our next one is Feb 5 & 6, 2026.

Curious about what happens in the Practice Lab? Come get a taste at our Networking Practice Drill Sessions. They occur every 2nd and 4th Wednesday from 11:00am - 11:30am MT via Zoom.

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See You On the Practice Field,

Alyce, Keith, and Renee ~ The Articulated Intelligence Team

At Articulated Intelligence we provide professional development practice labs, staff training, and leadership retreats in the areas of networking, impactful presentations, and leveraging stories in professional settings to build relationships, lead teams with authenticity and confidence, and close more business.