How to Network at meeet ups or event.

[Genene G.]

 Hello BP,

Here's my dilemma. I want to Network more, unify with like minds  & grow as an investor. My problem seems the larger the group I'm shy or chill, if I have to approach others then I get a little overwhelmed & would rather stay in place letting others come to me as I feel that I don't want to bother, pressure or be the first to talk with an introduction, i'm more go with the flow type person. I feel like I like for me, the smaller, more intimate gatherings or familiar locations, I'm better in. 

It seems as when I don't know anyone or a new location it's hard for me to be comfortable to walk up to another person or group. I'm very comfortable with myself, it seems as I don't have that social butterfly skills for networking.

Like last night I made the first move to introduce myself, shake hands with a gentleman he totally looked at me stated his name & walked away.   

I am introverted in my personal life. In business I'm a social person but more on my own turf...

Any tips or things they helped others get past the introvert hump? 

Thanks so much