Get there early

Always try to get to networking events early, arriving at the last minute may look cool - but you don't get a chance to 'work the meeting'.

You need time to work out who is there (take a look at the delegate list if there is one), look for any obvious match ups. At least give yourself a chance to meet as many people as possible and exchange cards.

Remember the best networkers will be there early also, so thats when you need to be there.