Networking (Outside the Company)

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Course Description

Networking, as defined by Merriam-Webster, is "the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions, specifically the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business." Building strong connections is a critical skill for professional and personal growth.

Our Networking Outside the Company course helps you develop essential networking skills to navigate interactions effectively and strategically. By gaining fresh perspectives on how people connect and interact, this course equips you to enhance your networking strategy and build meaningful, productive relationships.

10+

Hours

62

Lectures

$40

Price

WHAT TO EXPECT

Learning Objectives

  • Identify and avoid obstacles
  • Implement networking principles
  • Use online tools
  • Prioritize contacts
  • Manage networks effectively

Course Outline

Module One: The Benefits of Networking Outside of Work

  • Create a Solid Network
  • Meet Strategic Alliance Partners
  • Generate Leads
  • Position Yourself
  • Case Study
  • Module One: Review Questions

Module Two: Networking Obstacles

  • Time Constraints
  • Saying the Wrong Thing
  • Where to go to Network
  • Fear of Rejection
  • Case Study
  • Module Two: Review Questions

Module Three: Networking Principles

  • Develop Contacts
  • Organize Your Contacts
  • Follow-Up
  • Maintain Relationships
  • Case Study
  • ModuleThree: Review Questions

Module Four: Why Network?

  • Gain Trust
  • Be visible
  • Be an insider
  • Gain Advantage
  • Case Study
  • Module  Four: Review Questions

Module Five: How to Build Networks

  • Physical Networking Groups
  • Attend Networking Events
  • Social Networking Sites
  • Create Networking Referral List
  • Case Study
  • Module Five: Review Questions

Module Six: Online Networking Tools

  • Social Networks
  • Blogs
  • Chat Rooms
  • Email
  • Case Study
  • Module Six: Review Questions

Module Seven: Develop Interpersonal Relationships

  • Be Specific
  • Keep your Word
  • Maintain Boundaries
  • Invest Time
  • Case Study
  • Module Seven: Review Questions

Module Eight: Common Networking Mistakes

  • Taking Before Giving
  • Assumptions
  • Reaching too High
  • Assuming Tools Create Connections
  • Case Study
  • Module Eight: Review Questions

Module Nine: Time Management

  • Prioritize Contacts
  • Create Group Activities
  • Connect Online
  • Schedule Your Network Activities
  • Case Study
  • Module  Nine: Review Questions

Module Ten: Manage Personal and Professional Network

  • Be Responsive
  • Give Back
  • Separate Personal and Business Activities
  • Case Study
  • Module Ten: Review Questions

Assessment