Networking Opportunities

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Even more important than what you learn at #AIMW25 is who you meet! Academic internal medicine is a huge endeavor and having a strong network of like-minded colleagues from similar institutions across the country aids effectiveness, innovation, and satisfaction.

Follow the conference on Alliance social media and use the meeting hashtag #AIMW25

• Twitter @AAIMonline
• Facebook
• Download the conference app
• "Joining a Professional Group Where Everyone Already Knows Each Other"
  (Harvard Business Review, Dec. 13, 2024)
• "How To Prepare For Networking In Person Again”
  (Forbes, Aug. 8, 2021)

At the Meeting

While you are in New Orleans , use the content and conference features to find the people who want to share ideas and challenges like yours. Be sure to look for:

• Special Interest Group Meetings
• Assembly Meetings
• Attendee Directory in the AIMW25 App
• Open Forums
• Receptions
• Badge Ribbons
• Visit the AAIM Member Center in the Exhibit Hall

Extroverts Can Be Champions for Others

Already have a strong network and lots of friends? Here are some tips to make sure that you keep the circle open:

• When standing with peers, leave a space open for others to join
• Look around for someone standing alone and introduce yourself
• Smile and make eye contact Look for the First Time Attendee ribbon and say hello

More of an Introvert?

It’s sometimes hard for introverts and first-time attendees to build networks, but Alliance members are some of the nicest people around! Don’t forget:

• Smile and make eye contact when it feels comfortable
• Balance alone time with networking - remember that breaks, receptions, and meals are great opportunities to meet people
• Introduce yourself to the people around you; if you’re in the same workshop, you probably already have something in common
• Business cards never hurt, but you can also use the conference app to “ping” people

After the Conference

• Say thank you to those who made attendance possible
• Update your CV or resume to include attendance, presentations and/or volunteer activities
• Highlight your conference achievements with colleagues and your institution
• Follow up with new colleagues you met at AIMW25 and identify potential opportunities for collaboration

Plan Next Steps

• Revise existing goals and plan for future learning and meeting attendance
• Consider publication opportunities
• Identify opportunities to become more involved with the Alliance