Hypothetically if you met someone on a train, started a conversation, and found they had an interesting background. Do you ask for their business card? How would you make a professional connection?

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Yup, LinkedIn. Ask if they wouldn't mind adding you to their network.

Can you please clarify what type of train we’re talking about here

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Yes please. Is it an Amtrak? Is it a rollercoaster ? Is it a conga line train ? We need to know 🤷‍♂️

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There are other types of trains I think you’re omitting D1

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True. Gotta narrow it down somewhere though 🕺

If you meet a stranger on a train and hit it off, you should offer to "trade murders" so the police don't catch you. Make sure you go through with it if he does though!

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I add people on Linkedin. I used to talk to seat mates on flights and would ask for their card but LinkedIn ended up being easier

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Ask for a card. I’ve been meeting people professionally / personally on planes and trains for 20 years.

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Are you posting from the 1950s?

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