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Great Applications to Help You Make Connections and Keep in Touch 

Networking may be one of the hardest tasks for a busy attorney. It takes time, effort, and know-how to network in-person.

Thankfully, though, if you're networking online there are some apps that make the job a lot easier. Literally, if you're having trouble making connections, there's an app for that! Five of them, in fact.

Here are some of the best apps for professional networking:

1. Happening.

New to the legal field? Just had a job transfer to a new town? This iPhone app will be your best friend.

Happening finds upcoming professional events in your area. Choose as many as you like and the app will store them in your calendar.

2. Hashable.

Compatible with both Android and iPhones, this app lets you create and share virtual business cards. Once you’ve exchanged information, Hashable reminds you of events and meetings. You can even create groups of contacts, making it even easier to plan meetings.

3. Hurricane Party.

Don't let the name of this app fool you.

If you’re planning a networking event, Hurricane Party will find you a venue, create an invitation and invite contacts, which you can send out via the app, text, e-mail, Twitter or Facebook. Then it lets you know when your contacts RSVP. This app is especially helpful when you’re planning an event on the fly.

4. Phonebook.

Having trouble keeping up with all the connections you’ve made? Try Phonebook. This app gives a needed boost to your Android phone’s contact list. It organizes contacts as a normal phonebook would, but with contextual information. That way, you can keep track of missed calls, unanswered texts and birthdays.

5. Meetme.

Trying to meet up with a colleague who doesn’t live in your area can be a serious challenge. This iPhone app aims to correct that. Just select Point A (your location) and Point B (your contact’s location), and the app will give you a list of places to meet in the middle. Then, once you’ve chosen a destination, it’ll e-mail both of you directions.

When it comes to networking online, sometimes Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn are not enough. Invest in some apps that will take care of the nitty-gritty details of making connections. You'll thank yourself for it later.

Adapted from article The 8 Best Apps for Business by Alana Horowitz.

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