Join the training event “Professional Networking: Building Valuable Connections” on Friday, November 24, 2023, from 3 PM to 6 PM.
The ability to network—known as networking—is now an essential skill and a critical success factor in an increasingly complex and interconnected world. We’ve said it for years, and now it’s become a buzzword tossed around in speeches, events, and corporate slogans—but often misunderstood.
Yet the ability to establish and maintain mutually valuable relationships can truly make a difference in anyone’s life and career.
Networking is not about how many people you know or how many business cards you collect at a conference.
Networking is about how many people you can help and how many doors you can open for others.
“Networking is an act of giving,” says Irene Magistro, the event’s speaker. She is the author of the book Intellectual Stripper – Sustainable Networking in a Borderless World, an introduction to becoming a networker starting from the right mindset. Irene is a lecturer on professional networking at various American universities and currently lives and works in the U.S. in a role obtained thanks to her networking skills.
Event Program: Professional Networking
Introduction – 15:00 to 15:15 (15 minutes)
- Welcome and introductions
- Overview of the importance of professional networking
- Setting expectations and learning objectives for the session
Part 1: Understanding Professional Networking – 15:15 to 15:30 (15 minutes)
- Definition and benefits of professional networking
- Types of networks (online and offline)
- Identifying your networking goals and target audience
- Understanding the importance of personal branding
Part 2: Building an Effective Networking Strategy – 15:30 to 16:10 (40 minutes)
- Identifying networking opportunities (conferences, events, social media platforms, etc.)
- Setting clear goals for each networking opportunity
- Crafting your personal elevator pitch
- Activity: Write your own elevator pitch (10 minutes)
- Creating a networking plan and calendar
Part 3: Essential Networking Skills – 16:10 to 16:40 (30 minutes)
- Active listening and effective communication techniques
- Body language and nonverbal communication tips
- Asking meaningful questions and engaging in conversation
- Approaching and connecting with new people
Practical Exercise – 16:40 to 17:10 (30 minutes)
- Participants will practice their elevator pitch in a role-play networking scenario
- Each will be assigned a partner and given a networking situation to act out
- Feedback and guidance will be provided
Part 4: Building and Maintaining Relationships – 17:10 to 17:40 (30 minutes)
- What’s next? After networking events
- Leveraging social media platforms for networking
- Building long-term relationships and nurturing connections
- Offering value and support to your network
Conclusions and Q&A – 17:40 to 18:00 (20 minutes)
- Summary of key takeaways from the training
- Addressing questions and concerns
- Providing additional resources for further learning
- Final remarks and feedback collection
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