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Networking Outside the Company
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Networking Outside the Company
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Develop practical knowledge and confidence in Networking Outside the Company.
Networking – according to Merriam Webster is “the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions; specifically: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business”. These and other events can become more easily managed with this great course.
Why this course matters
This course turns the subject into practical, structured learning you can apply in real business and workplace situations. It is designed to help you move beyond definitions and understand how the ideas, tools and decisions covered in the course fit together.
What you will gain
- Understand the core principles and practical approaches covered in Networking Outside the Company.
- Recognise situations where those approaches can improve workplace decisions or performance.
- Apply the course ideas more confidently in day-to-day professional situations.
Who is this course for?
This course is suitable for HR professionals, managers, supervisors and people responsible for workplace policies, employee development or team performance.
Course at a glance
- Format: self-paced online learning.
- Professional development: CPD course.
Networking – according to Merriam Webster is “the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions; specifically: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business”. These and other events can become more easily managed with this great course.
With our Networking (Outside the Company) course, participants will begin to see how important it is to develop a core set of networking skills. By managing and looking at the way people interact and seeing things in a new light, participants will improve on almost every aspect of their networking strategy.
Completing this course will confer 2 CPD Credits towards internationally recognised Continuous Professional Development Requirements within organisations operating this kind of staff development methodology.
Course Outline
Module One: Getting Started
Module Two: The Benefits of Networking Outside of Work
- Create a Solid Network
- Meet Strategic Alliance Partners
- Generate Leads
- Position Yourself
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Three: Networking Obstacles
- Time Constraints
- Saying the Wrong Thing
- Where to go to Network
- Fear of Rejection
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Four: Networking Principles
- Develop Contacts
- Organize Your Contacts
- Follow-Up
- Maintain Relationships
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Five: Why Network?
- Gain Trust
- Be visible
- Be an insider
- Gain Advantage
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Six: How to Build Networks
- Physical Networking Groups
- Attend Networking Events
- Social Networking Sites
- Create Networking Referral List
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Seven: Online Networking Tools
- Social Networks
- Blogs
- Chat Rooms
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Eight: Develop Interpersonal Relationships
- Be Specific
- Keep your Word
- Maintain Boundaries
- Invest Time
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Nine: Common Networking Mistakes
- Taking Before Giving
- Assumptions
- Reaching too High
- Assuming Tools Create Connections
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Ten: Time Management
- Prioritize Contacts
- Create Group Activities
- Connect Online
- Schedule Your Network Activities
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Module Eleven: Manage Personal and Professional Network
- Be Responsive
- Give Back
- Separate Personal and Business Activities
- Case Study
- Review Questions
Continue your learning
Part of this learning pathway: Workplace Essentials
Course pathway: eBSI SME Academy > Workplace Essentials > Networking Outside the Company
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