#PR101: Following Up With Networking Contacts

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Make A Date3. Make a Date
Set a lunch date, and I mean a real date! Don’t end with “let’s do lunch.” Instead, say, “I’m free the week of XYZ. Are you available to meet during one of those days?” Setting a firm date shows that you’re serious about connecting and keeps your conversation on your new contact’s mind.

Now that you’ve got a sure-fire method for following up, what are you waiting for? Don’t just store those new contacts in your address book, start connecting!

–Alicia Nicole