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Business networking
Everyone, without most people even being aware of it, is part of several networks. Through work, (ex-)colleagues, business partners, sports mates, neighbours and family you have many possibilities for making new contacts. These contacts can be valuable for both parties. For some, good networking is a natural talent, making it easy for them to meet new people. For others, networking and meeting (new) people can be difficult.
Networking is the first step towards acquisition. During the workshop Business networking we use the starting principle that the best reason to build better networks is to help others – helping each other. Paradoxically, you will be helped more as you put less emphasis on what you will get yourself and concentrate more on what you give others. Networking is fun, creative and ... it works!
Who can benefit from this training?
People with a commercial function that want to distinguish themselves positively by using their network effectively and who want to learn how to network with more fun and ease.
Aim of the workshop
- Networking with the right attitude
- Realizing the power of networking and using your network for specific aims
- Feeling confident at networking events
- Knowing networking etiquette and using your network without reservations
Content of workshop
· What is networking?
· Prerequisites to effective networking
· Your personal branding
· Creating a credible profile and selling yourself in your network
· In practice: practicing networking conversations and networking situations with an actor
· Mapping the existing networks
· The do’s and don’ts of networking
· Extending network relations
· Formulating a SMART-personal action plan
The workshop will answer such questions as:
- How do I avoid coming across as pushy?
- How do I make contact with others in a way that is comfortable for both parties?
- How do I answer the question: “And what is it you do?”
- How do I create a more meaningful conversation, moving beyond chit-chat so that I can really connect with people?
- How do I end a conversation in a comfortable manner?
- Who are the best people to approach at an event?
- How do I make contact with people gathered in a group?
- Can I approach the speaker?
- What is the best networking action that I can do?
- What can I do to leave a positive impression on the people I have met?
- How can I aid my memory and make follow-ups easier?
Information
Of course, for further information or any queries you might have, you can contact us at our office in Rijswijk in The Netherlands, phone +31 (0)70 3623617, or send an e-mail info@houthoffgroup.com