Workshop Overview

Workshop: The Power of Networking (Within the Company)

Networking has become a crucial part of the world today. Most people are aware of external networking and primarily focus on that. It is important to pay extra attention to internal networking, or networking within the company. To be truly effective, internal networking must be utilized throughout the company.

 

With The Power of Networking (Within the Company) workshop participants will learn how internal networking is changing the workforce. Through this workshop, participants will gain a new perspective networking, and what benefits can come from fully utilizing and making connections with internal networking.

The Power of Networking (Within the Company)

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Workshop Objectives

  • Define networking
  • Understand networking principles
  • Use networking tools
  • Avoid common mistakes
  • Understand how to build relationships
  • Manage time successfully
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Workshop Outline

Module One: Getting Started

  • Housekeeping Items
  • Pre-Assignment Review
  • Workshop Objectives
  • The Parking Lot
  • Action Plan

Module Two: The Benefits of Networking at Work

  • Gain Connections
  • Share Knowledge
  • Increase Opportunity
  • Improve Image
  • Case Study
  • Module Two: Review Questions

Module Three: Networking Obstacles

  • Confusion about the Definition of Networking
  • Personality Traits
  • Cultural Barriers
  • Personal Pride
  • Case Study
  • Module Three: Review Questions

Module Four: Networking Principles

  • Relationships
  • Listen
  • Offer Value
  • Build Trust
  • Case Study
  • Module Four: Review Questions

Module Five: How to Build Networks

  • Meet New People
  • Be Polite
  • Follow up
  • Allow Relationships to Develop Naturally
  • Case Study
  • Module Five: Review Questions

Module Six: Recognize Networking Opportunities

  • Formal Networking
  • Informal Networking
  • Workday Opportunities
  • Always Be Ready to Network
  • Case Study
  • Module Six: Review Questions
Module Seven: Common Networking Mistakes

  • Not Meeting New People
  • Not Following Through
  • High Expectations
  • Being Unprofessional
  • Case Study
  • Module Seven: Review Questions

Module Eight: Develop Interpersonal Relationships

  • Be Genuine
  • Dialogue
  • Maintain Boundaries
  • Invest Time
  • Case Study
  • Module Eight: Review Questions

Module Nine: Online Networking Tools

  • Social Networks (LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook)
  • Blogs
  • Chat Rooms
  • Email
  • Case Study
  • Module Nine: Review Questions

Module Ten: Time Management

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

Module Eleven: Maintaining Relationships Over Time

  • Contact Networks Regularly
  • Be Honest
  • Give Personal Attention
  • Limit Networks to a Manageable Size
  • Case Study
  • Module Eleven: Review Questions

Module Twelve: Wrapping Up

  • Words From The Wise
  • Review Of The Parking Lot
  • Lessons Learned
  • Recommended Reading
  • Completion Of Action Plans And Evaluations

Duration: 2 Days

Target Audience: All

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