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MrSmith says ...

Just curious...I'm in Financial Services and have never belonged to a professional association. How are people using them to network and what associations do you recommend?

Your local Chamber of Commerce is a good start. Use them to network and make yourself known among business peers who can help you meet more clients or develop strategic partnerships. 

Sellerina says ...

How do you suggest networking with them AlphaCardSales?  Any tips?

Hi Sellerina,

Contact your local chamber. There might be several to choose from if you're in the city. You can sign up to be an ambassador of the chamber which means you attend ribbon cuttings, and welcome new members.

You can also volunteer with the chamber to help put on events, with decorating, setting up tables and boothes and even feeding the homeless. Your name will appear in local papers and people will get to know you.

You can attend chamber meetings, introduce yourself, exchange business cards and network. They even have after hours mixers at restaurants and bars that can be a lot of fun.