Networking itself is very fruitful, but when done right it can unlock great opportunities for you. Summer is said to be the best time for professional networking. This season of the year, people are happy, which makes it easier for you to hold better conversations that end up in your favor. Summer networking is all about discussing mutual points of interest sitting on a beach mat with a piña colada in hand and a sun hat on your head. Talk about the summer festival right around the corner or how your family hosts the best cocktail parties to deepen existing relationships or initiate new ones! Once you have established a blooming relationship, it gets easier to talk about client development, job recommendations, leads, promotions, and the overall expansion of your professional network.

Since sunlight is known to have a positive effect on one’s mental health, you will find yourself in luck when summer networking. Remember that your contact’s increased serotonin production and positive mood are always likely to turn out well in your favor.

While networking is generally considered a professional task, it does not always have to be! When expanding your professional network in the summers, think of creative ways to land a meeting with your potential contact. Try to arrange indulging activities like summer barbeques, golf outings, meeting at the park for fresh iced tea, or having rooftop wine tastings at your local wine store, the choices are endless!

It makes more sense to arrange an exciting meeting with your contact so it is easier to make conversation. You might even learn a new salsa move or discover a new Mexican food truck around the corner, who knows?