Networking Skills Course

When attending business networking events, the time you have to make a significant impact is limited to just a few minutes.

The focus of this Networking Skills course is to identify the barriers that hinder our ability to approach networking events with confidence and enthusiasm, and to explore effective strategies that can make such events more enjoyable, rewarding, and successful. By the end of the course, learners will have acquired the skills necessary to confidently engage with any group and cultivate mutually beneficial professional and personal relationships, thereby strengthening client relations.

Content includes:

• Understanding the concept of networking: What networking is and why it is important for business success.
• Developing networking skills: Learn the skills required to network effectively, including communication, active listening, building rapport, and following up.
• Building a network: Identify potential network contacts, how to approach them, and how to build relationships that are beneficial for both parties.
• Networking in different settings: How to network in different settings, such as industry events, conferences, social events, and online platforms.
• Leveraging your network: Leverage your network to achieve your business goals, such as finding new clients, job opportunities, and partnerships.
• Networking etiquette: The do's and don'ts of networking, including how to make a good first impression, how to follow up, and how to maintain professional relationships.