(J) Mastering Professional Networking in Meetings, Conferences, Summits, Classroom
March 24 @ 10:00 am - 3:00 pm
Free
Instructor: Arleen Davis-Slagle
This course is designed to provide professionals with the skills and strategies needed to effectively network in a variety of settings, including meetings, conferences, summits, food establishments and classrooms. Through a combination of lectures, group discussions, practical exercises and role plays, two days are allocated. Attendees will learn how to strategically create a networking road map for success by uncovering the overall goal, building meaningful connections, enhance their personal brand, and make a lasting impression on colleagues, peers and business attendees.
Morning Session:
1. Networking in a Classroom or Meeting Setting
2. Building rapport with students and colleagues
3. Facilitating group discussions and activities
4. Networking in a Conference or Summit Setting
5. Maintaining and Leveraging Your Network
6. Follow-up strategies
7. Utilizing social media and online resources
8. Global vs Domestic networking
9. Monetizing networking
10. Useful resources and certifications
11. Group Activity
Afternoon Session: Networking in Food Establishments & Final Review
1. Dos and Don’ts
2. Restaurant etiquette
1. Group presentations on networking strategies
2. Group competition review and feedback
Textbooks and Materials recommended for supplemental information:
• 1. Never Eat Alone by Keith Ferrazzi
• 2. How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie
• 3. The Art of People by Dave Kerpen
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