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Harmony: The harmony strength allows you to find common ground amongst differing opinions, as well as be open to other viewpoints. Build a network of people with different perspectives on whom you can rely when you need expertise by purposely attending networking events in areas with opposing opinions (i.e. a different political party event, a competing industry, etc.) Ideation: The ideation strength allows you to have ample creativity and constant ideas. Seek out brainstorming sessions such as discussion based conferences, roundtable discussions, or Think Tank events to bring your exciting abundance of ideas. This will help you quickly make new networking connections. Includer: The includer strength gives you the ability to shrink the gap between insiders and those on the outside. Attend networking events with individuals who are on the more introverted side. Initiate conversations at a networking event, and help those new to the group get to know each other. Individualization: The individualization strength allows you to notice and appreciate the unique characteristics of each person and customize your approach accordingly. Pick intentional events, such as lectures or conferences with a keynote speaker, which has successful people in your industry. Study those successful people and discover the uniqueness of what made them successful. This can also be done through an informational interview. Input: The input strength gives you natural curiosity and wish to gain as much information as possible. To get your foot in the door, prepare for networking events in your industry by deliberately increasing your vocabulary with industry terminology. Your intentionality in collecting new words and learn their meetings will allow you to impress those at events and follow along well in conversations. Intellection: The intellection strength allows you to become energized by thinking. Deliberately set up informational interviews and build connections with people you consider to be "big thinkers." Their example will inspire you to focus your own thinking. Learner: The learner strength allows you to enjoy learning new facts, skills, and knowledge, and do so quickly. Designate yourself as an early adopter for new technology in your industry by taking courses offered in DC. You will meet new contacts in your industry and gain a new skill to discuss at events and on your resume. Maximizer: The maximizer strength allow you to have and bring to others a focus on quality and excellence. Deliberately find mentors and contacts within your intended industry that have discovered their strengths, and openly discuss them. The more you understand how marshaling strengths leads to success, the more likely you will be to create success in your own life. Positivity: The positivity strength allows you to have infectious energy and enthusiasm. Because people will rely on you to help them rise above their daily frustrations, arm yourself with good stories and jokes. These stories and jokes will easily transition into small talk and fun conversations at large networking events, and will allow you to be memorable. Relator: The relator strength allows you to form solid, genuine, and mutually rewarding relationships. Deliberately learn as much as you can about the people that you meet at networking events. Do this by preparing inquisitive questions, and write down details afterwards on their business card to follow up on afterwards. This will allow you to be a catalyst for trusting and meaningful relationships. Responsibility: The responsibility theme allows you to take ownership of what you say and do, as well as be dependable. Volunteer for more duties at your internship that your experience seems to warrant, especially when working with new people and departments. This opportunity to connect with others and prove your hardworking abilities in a positive way will lead to positive contacts. 6/7 How to Network like a Professional

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