How Do You Introduce Yourself To New Clients?
If you think introducing yourself to new clients is merely a matter of commonsense, you may be surprised. Proper introductions help establish a credible and productive professional relationship. It is important that all members of your company know the proper way to make client introductions. Initiate the introduction. If you are the facilitator of the meeting, the first to meet the client or person responsible for taking care of the client, begin by introducing yourself to the client. Depending on the level of formality at your workplace and past precedent, you may introduce yourself with your surname and title (i.e. Hello, I am Ms. Jones, the director of operations) or give first name and a bit about what you do for the company. It is important that you introduce yourself and any co-workers to the client, rather than vice versa. Remain gender neutral when introducing yourself or colleagues to a new client. Make business introductions according to each person’s professional status, re