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Using scavenger hunts to ease networking pain

8/31/2017

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Lets face it, many of us have to network to find our next client or job but when it comes to attending another lame, skeezy networking function most of us would rather go to the dentist (sorry dentists).
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Recently, Carol (one of our founders) was giving a talk to room of 50 people and asked, "Who likes networking?"  One person raised their hand.  So that left 49 people running to the cash bar to get some liquid courage to meet someone new.

Why is networking so hard?  
  • We're not sure what to say or how join into a conversation  
  • We're uncomfortable around groups of people we don’t know
  • We lack the patience for relationships to develop
  • We lack the persistence to keep trying
  • We focus on the quantity — not quality — of relationships
  • We don’t have time
  • We don’t really see the point
  • We fear rejection
But if you're looking for a job (and let's face it, aren't we all?), networking is unavoidable. According to Harvard Business School, 65 to 85 percent of jobs are found through networking.  If you own a business or sell anything, networking is even more important.

Basic tips for networking
Most of us fall into the category of not sure how to start or what to say or we are uncomfortable around people we don’t know.  Here's a roadmap to lead you out of networking hell:
  • Introduce yourself to the organizers of the networking function.  They know who is in attendance and many times can direct you to a person or persons who may be interested in your services or are looking for someone with your skills.
  • Take charge. Find someone standing by themselves and go up and initiate the conversation.  Introduce yourself and ask what brings the person to the event.  
  • Make space for others to join. When networking, always leave some room for latecomers.  And if you see someone moving around and looking like a deer in the headlights, invite them into the conversation. 
  • Relax. Have a normal conversation like you would with your friends.  Don’t push your resume or your products into everyone’s hands. Let the conversation develop naturally.
  • Have a list of great questions to ask.  One question we like to ask is "So what are you looking for today?" Or "What are you working on right now that you're really excited about?"  Put the focus on them.
  • Be passionate about something. Passion is contagious, so assuming you're not into amphibious taxidermy or competitive duck herding, take a little leap of faith and share that passion with a stranger. (Who are we kidding? We'd LOVE to know more about competitive duck herding!)  
​Or, you could use a scavenger hunt and build in the fun!

Scavenger hunts are perfect for networking
So you haven't been on a scavenger hunt since you were a kid. But isn't it time that you added a little more fun to your professional life? A well-planned scavenger hunt forces you — in a good way — to get out and meet people. At GO Scavenger Hunts, we've learned to take the awkwardness out of networking and gamify the process. Rather than searching for the person you already know and hanging on them like a life preserver, we create a game that you play on your smartphone. We give you permission and a REAL reason to talk to someone you don't know and ask them about fun, engaging topics. The more strangers you talk to, the more points you earn. Suddenly everyone in the room is trying to meet as many new people as they can, natural conversations are happening, and connecting with a stranger becomes actually fun.   


Want to learn more? Contact us to find out how to build & structure your own networking scavenger hunt.


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Go Scavenger Hunts has officially launched!

8/31/2017

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We couldn't be more thrilled! Due to a ton of growth and the amazing support of our community and clients, Distel Wolfe and GR Scavenger Hunt have officially merged and become GO Scavenger Hunts! So whether you're looking to host an awesome family celebration (i.e. birthday, bachelorette. etc.) or hold a team building event that leaves trust falls and team dinners in the dust, we can help — anywhere in North America (and several places globally)! 

What's next?

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Also, sign up for our newsletter! It will get you 25% off your first birthday or bachelorette hunt. Again, thanks to everyone who's been part of our journey for the past two and a half years — we can't wait to see what's next.
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Meet the intern: Elliot

8/28/2017

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PictureMeet Elliot Rieth, our Fall 2017 intern extraordinaire!
Fall means back-to-school, and for GO Scavenger Hunts, it also means a new intern! We're thrilled to have GVSU junior Elliot Rieth aboard helping us with everything from running hunts to managing our social media. Welcome aboard, Elliot!

What were you like in high school?

​In high school I was a member of my school’s rowing team, participated in several variety shows, and occupied my free time with a close knit group of friends. I was involved in sports, academics, and choir; so my time was often busy.

What new thing could you teach me in 5 minutes?

I pride myself in my many pursuits; such as singing, guitar, rowing, and many other hobbies I’ve picked up along the way. I love to teach people how to row, as I think it’s an important life skill to have. I’ve learned to teach people the basic relatively quickly, but it is a complicated sport that takes years to master, so I could never truly teach anyone everything there is to know. ​

What inspires you?

I am constantly finding inspiration from the people around me. From my father and grandfather, to friends of mine pursuing their passions, I am always finding new ways to view life and motivate myself. I believe that my biggest inspiration is my father. He shows me to constantly stick with what I love to do while valuing hard work. He is one of the most dedicated and kind people I know, and I aspire to be like him. ​

What Do you want to do when you grow up?

For my career, I want to eventually work a job that allows me to provide entertainment and joy to people. Potentially entertainment PR or event planning and promotion. Either that or I would like to open my own PR firm, so I can work with as many different fields as possible.

Why did you apply for this internship, and what do you hope to get out of it?

I found interest in this internship because I really like the service that Go Scavenger Hunts provides for people. I like that the scavenger hunts provide a new way to get to know people while also having fun. I am most excited to work directly with the hunts and to see how different people experience each hunt. ​
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    Co-founder Jill Hinton Wolfe is a communicator, entrepreneur and Army veteran who is passionate about the outdoors and designing surprising and unique challenges for all sorts of clients, all over the world.

    Co-founder Carol Distel is an eternal optimist who motivates & encourages her clients to connect, engage and succeed.  

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