Tech Week Kickoff → A Practical Networking Playbook
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SF is buzzing this week, but the question travels: how do you actually meet the right people (cofounders, investors, collaborators, etc.) without burning the night? What works for me: be visible (present/pitch if possible—instant context), be memorable (two-liner like “I spent a decade in meetings at Apple—left to fix that”), and be intentional (goal: 5 useful connections, 1 investor intro—keep moving every 3–5 minutes).
Here's my simple framework:
Intent → Target → Ask (why you’re here, who you need, concrete next step).
Anchor to the moment (“What stood out from the talk?”).
Exit cleanly (“Great chat—mind if I send that link tonight?”).
What have you seen actually work—specific tactics, small habits, or one event that changed your approach?
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Cal ID
Great playbook! One tactic that’s helped me several times is showing genuine curiosity first, then finding a simple way to add value in the conversation (even if it’s just a resource or intro).
It keeps things natural, and follow ups feel a lot less forced
Attrove AI
@sanskarix Completely agree, authenticity is a must (people can usually tell if you're faking it). Intros or offering help can definitely leave a memorable impression.
IXORD
It depends on the case, and there are many different tactics you can apply. For example, if you’re talking about a product, I mentioned in Nika’s post that it’s best to share a quick usage guide right away. This helps capture the person’s interest since they may not want to figure out what the product does on their own, and it gives them a clearer understanding of its purpose. As for making yourself more memorable, I believe it’s important to create a bit of intrigue, something that makes the person want to get a link to your product or learn more from you. It’s also a good idea to follow up occasionally, as people can sometimes simply forget, even about something interesting