Networking and “Working the Room”: Building Strong Relationships

Networking

Raising our profiles and expanding our networks.

While social networking keeps us in others minds (if they are using the platforms) it’s face-to-face interactions that guarantee the most promising relationship-building results. And in the professional arena, it’s all about relationships!

“In the end, it’s people skills that you need.” – Michael Bloomberg

Participants will learn:

  • How to identify and prepare for networking opportunities
  • How to develop and deliver an “Elevator Speech”
  • How to make an entrance, gracefully approach others, and make introductions
  • How to engage in “small talk” and make a stellar first impression
  • How to gracefully move on and “quit while you’re ahead”
  • How to follow-up for maximized results
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