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12 Days of Christmas Blogs Day 2: How to Make Christmas Networking Work for You
Christmas gatherings are not just about the mulled wine and Michael Bublé on repeat – they are brilliant chances to make real connections in a relaxed setting.
Whether it’s a work party, community event, or industry meetup, these festive moments offer a natural backdrop to chat, mingle, and make meaningful professional relationships without the usual pressure. Here’s how to network naturally.
Prepare Your Elevator Pitch
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A short, friendly intro about who you are and what you do.
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Keep it relaxed, confident, and genuine.
Example:
Instead of saying, “I’m Sarah, I’m in recruitment,” you could try:
“I’m Sarah, I work in recruitment in the engineering sector. I spend most of my week helping companies find the right people and helping candidates figure out their next step.”
It’s conversational, clear, and approachable.
Engage Authentically
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Ask open questions.
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Show interest in the person rather than the opportunity.
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Keep the conversation balanced, not salesy.
Example:
Try starting conversations with questions like:
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“How do you know the host?”
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“What’s been your highlight of the year at work?”
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“Are you taking any time off over Christmas?”
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“I love your Christmas jumper, where did you get it?”
These openers invite genuine conversation without feeling forced.
Be Approachable
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Smile and use open body language.
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Join groups or conversations respectfully.
Example:
If there’s a group discussion you’d like to join, you could say:
“Mind if I jump in? I heard you talking about travel, and I’m always up for a good holiday story.”
It’s polite, friendly, and shows you’re happy to contribute.
Follow Up Afterwards
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Connect on LinkedIn the next day.
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Send a friendly message referencing your conversation.
Example:
After meeting someone, you could send a note like:
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“Lovely to chat at the Christmas party yesterday. I hope you manage to get that week off in January. Let’s stay in touch.”
Or for a work-related chat: -
“Great to meet you at the festive meetup. I really enjoyed our chat about the logistics challenges this year. Happy to connect.”
This small touch keeps the connection alive and memorable.