CONNECT – Dislike the thought of networking events, feel uncomfortable entering a room of unfamiliar people?
Professionals who feel they could benefit from learning the essential skills of networking to help them enjoy all manner of business and social events.
This course provides an intensive one day programme covering the essentials of effective networking. The course will allow any professional to feel comfortable in a range of networking situations, from being a guest to hosting an event. This practical one day session will highlight strategies and insight that will allow you to make the most of opportunities at events as well as strengthening relationships with new and existing clients.
Be totally confident letting your personality shine so that you can be comfortable and enjoy yourself.
How to plan for the event being attended to ensure the maximum is gained whilst there and the business objectives are met
How to join and leave a group conversation naturally and with ease
Advice and tips on what not to do whilst networking to minimise unnecessary faux pas and embarrassment
Select the best events to attend
Tips on how best to use business cards
What people love to talk about
Establishing common ground
Advanced rapport building skills - match, pace, lead
Avoiding isolation, silence and networking bores!
How to blend styles of conversation and move seamlessly from topic to topic and from business to social dialogue
The psychology of 'working the room'
Laughing till your sides split: using humour to build rapport
Strategies for embarking on effective follow up, so you fully benefit from the introductions made
How to ensure a positive impression of both the firm and the individual is portrayed
A follow-up individual session, to be arranged at a time that suits you, to help you put the learning into action. (2 hours devoted to you – either in person or on the phone).
WHEN?
London: Please contact us on 0845 299 8590 for details of the next available course (available in London and Bristol), or email us at peter@thebdconsultancy.com.
Alternatively we are able to deliver these courses within your organisation and specifically tailored to your employees' needs and experience. For 4 or more colleagues this can provide excellent value.
London Holborn Gate 330 High Holborn London WC1V 7QT
This course provides an intensive one day programme covering the essentials of effective networking. The course will allow any professional to feel comfortable in a range of networking situations, from being a guest to hosting an event. This practical one day session will highlight strategies and insight that will allow you to make the most of opportunities at events as well as strengthening relationships with new and existing clients. 
