Networking

Thomas @Jain (Deemed-to-be University)

Networking

Networking is the exchange of

information and ideas among people
with a
common profession or special interest,
usually in an informal social setting.
“In business terms, networking is the
process of speaking to professional
contacts and sharing information with
them.”

Networking

“The process of developing and activating

your relationships to increase your
business,

enhance your knowledge, expand your

sphere of influence or serve the community”

(Meisner, 2012).
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Who is in your Network ?

Friends

Family

Coworkers

Classmates

Supervisors

Neighbors

Others

Importance of Networking
Why networking is important for success

The importance of networking for career

development

The importance of networking in the

workplace

Benefits of Networking
Strength Business Connections
Get Fresh Ideas

Advance the Career

Access to Opportunities

Interconnected Contacts -> More

Knowledge

Advice and Support

Confidence Building

Gaining different Perspective

Long lasting relationships

Business / Professional
Networking
Business networking is the process of
establishing a mutually beneficial
relationship with

other business people and potential clients

or customers. Business networking benefits

are the intangible gains made by

communicating with other professionals in
or relating to

the industry.

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Business Networking
How does Business Networking
Works?

Types of Business Networking

Business Seminars/Conferences

Networking Groups /Meet Ups

Professional Associations

Social Medias

Emails

Informal Interviews

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Informal Interview

An informal conversation with someone

working in an area that interests you who
will

give you information and advice.

Benefits of Informal
Interview

Get firsthand knowledge of the reality of

working in different fields

Learn about different career paths

See what other people are doing with their

majors

Get ahead of the competition

Meet the employer and learn more about

the company

Improve confidence and communication

skills

Increase networking opportunities

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Business Networking
Events :Tips
Be prepared

• Have business cards ready

• Dress appropriately and professionally

• Practice 30-second introduction (Activity)

•Be confident and smile

•Listen! Networking is just as much about

listening as talking

•Don’t spend all your time with one person

•Give your business card out after establishing a

connection
•Follow up ASAP
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Business Networking
Principles:
Elevator Speech Be Different Help
Others Personal Integrity Relevant
Targeting Plans and Aims Follow Up Be
Positive Sustained Focused Effort Life
Balance

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Forms of Networking
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Activity: 30 Second
Introduction

Make an Introduction about yourself

My Name is ..............

Listen

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Thank You
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