"But the trick is, should you recognize when a conversation on a beach, boat or beyond could be moving in a direction related to your skills, experience or care . . . it might lead to surprising, beneficial results, says Ronald Placone, associate teaching professor emeritus of management communication at Carnegie Mellon University's Tepper School of Business. "There are always opportunities to network," he says."
"Whether it's at the airport bar flying home for the holidays, or at a tropical resort as you seek warmer temps this winter . . . the thing you could find instead is someone who could help you out down the road. Fast Company asked three business experts about how to keep in touch with interesting folks you meet on your travels."
Chance conversations while traveling can turn into valuable networking opportunities without treating vacations like business conferences. Vacation remains vital for unplugging, relaxing and spending time with family, yet recognizing when a conversation aligns with one's skills or interests can lead to beneficial results. Unexpected opportunities to network can appear anywhere, from airport bars to tropical resorts or train cafe cars. Business experts provide methods to keep in touch with promising contacts met during travel and emphasize balancing openness to connection with respect for vacation time and companions.
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