When it comes to networking, working a room can be daunting1, especially for those uncomfortable with the social pressures of schmoozing. But theres no underestimating the value of connections gleaned2 from a good contact. New websites like linkedIn.com are principled on the potential upside of your contacts . Further your career by prepping for networking events, advises Rebecca Matchett, cofounder and CEO of Rebecca and Drew clothing, who has teamed up with Dress for Success, a nonprofit that provides professional attire3 to underprivileged women. Heres what she tells her clients about networking.
说到打造人际关系方面，把一屋子里的人都拿下或许是个让人畏惧的任务，特别对于那些不习惯调侃的人来讲。不过别低估了好的人际关系的价值。像linkedIn.com如此的新兴网站就是基于你的潜在关系（拓展开来，他们的关系）的原则打造的。Rebecca Matchett， Rebecca and Drew服饰厂的创办人、首席实行官，建议大家为社交活动做好筹备，以此来推进事业的进步。这家服饰厂和为弱势女人提供职业衣着的非盈利组织Dress for Success有合作。下面就是Rebecca Matchett给客户们有关打造职场关系的一些建议：
3. Follow Up
事后跟进
In order to develop an ongoing4 relationship and dialogue with a mentor5, you should make a point of sending a thank you note if you shared a particularly memorable6 or lengthy7 conversation. Ask if your would-be contact might be interested in coffee to continue the dialogue. Worst-case scenario8: She says no. Best case: Youve got a potentially beneficial contact to add to your Rolodex.
要和导师打造起持续的关系和对话，那样假如你们有过一段很值得记忆的、或者是长期的谈话，就应该特意发一封感谢信。 问一问你的联系人是不是感兴趣一块喝咖啡来继续交谈。 最糟糕的状况：她说不。最好的状况：你获得了一个潜在有益的联系人。
4. Be Prepared.
做好筹备
Know what youre looking for. If you want a mentor, focus on a notable person in that segment of the industry. Dont be afraid to use flattery to get what you want. Youd be surprised how well people respond to it! Bring a stack of business cardsbut dont just hand them out to everyone. Be selective, and show your appreciation9 by having some appropriate talking points ready.
了解你在探寻什么。假如你想获得一位导师，那样就关注在该范围有名望的人。（假如你想获得公共关系职位，那样去找一位在这职位上工作的人）。别怕用奉承的话来获得你想要的东西。你会吃惊地发现对这类话大家做出的回话有多么积极! 带上一叠名片，但不每人都发，要有选择性。筹备一些适合的话题来表现出你的敬仰。
5. Know Your Target
明确你的目的
You can network with virtually anyone, but youll yield better results by honing in on someone in your field with more experience and power. These are the kinds of contacts that could evolve into mentors10.
你可以和几乎每一个人打造关系，但把焦点集中在你的范围里比你更有经验的、权利的人才会叫你获得更好的结果。这类人是或许会成为你导师。
