Practice Czech at a Networking Event
Networking events in Czech blend small talk and professional purpose: you have 5 minutes per conversation to introduce yourself, find something interesting in common, and exchange contacts. This scenario rehearses the elevator pitch in Czech, asking and answering 'What do you do?' professionally, and the graceful pivot to exchanging LinkedIn or business cards. You'll practise the assertive-but-friendly register that works at industry events, and the follow-up email language for the next morning.
Sample Czech conversation
Dobrý den! Myslím, že jsme se ještě nepotkali. Jsem Linguarudo. Co vás přivádí na tuto akci?
Hi there! I don't think we've met. I'm Linguarudo. What brings you to this event?Ahoj! Pracuji v technologiích. Doufám, že navážu nové kontakty.
Hi! I work in tech. I'm hoping to make some new connections.Technologie, vzrušující! Čím se přesně zabýváte? Jste vývojář, designér, nebo něco jiného?
Tech, that's exciting! What exactly do you do? Are you a developer, a designer, or something else?Jsem softwarový vývojář. Specializuji se na mobilní aplikace.
I'm a software developer. I specialize in mobile apps.To je impozantní! Jak dlouho to děláte? Baví vás to?
That's impressive! How long have you been doing that? Do you enjoy it?V oboru jsem pět let. Opravdu mě to baví.
I've been in the field for five years. I really enjoy it.
What you'll learn
- Deliver a 30-second professional introduction
- Ask 'What do you do?' and follow up with substance
- Find common ground quickly with someone new
- Exchange contacts and propose a follow-up
- Send a polite follow-up message the next day
Frequently asked questions
What's a strong elevator pitch in Czech?
Name, role, one specific thing you're working on, and one thing you're curious about. The scenario rehearses the formula.
How do I exchange LinkedIn details in Czech?
There's a quick polite formula — 'Are you on LinkedIn? Let's connect' — that works internationally. The scenario covers it.
What questions should I ask at a Czech networking event?
Ask about specific projects, recent challenges, and what they're hiring for. The scenario gives you ready-to-use phrasings.
How do I follow up after a Czech networking event?
A short, specific email referring to one thing from the conversation. The scenario teaches the formula for the morning-after note.