Networking is not only a socioeconomic activity for business people and entrepreneurs but a vital activity for everyone and that I have drafted this presentation for the benefit of everyone to know the benefits of building relationships. I must say everyone needs somebody at a point in life and the only way to rely on someone is when that person is a connection. When we connect, we get things done.
4. NETWORKING
Building bridges steps
Networking Gathering
Building
relationship
Community Skills Awareness
Action
planning
Follow up
Involves offering,
receiving, sharing
and exchanging
our differences as
gifts
6. NETWORKING
Why Network?
What is networking?
Is a good way for
professionals to make new
relationships such as handing
out business cards or
following up from a business
development or to seek new
business opportunities.
Specifically the
cultivation of
productive
relationships for
employment or
business or
personal
development
Show up to participate
and inviting people
from diverse cultures,
generations and
identities and other
backgrounds to show
up and participate with
you
15. Communication
NETWORKING
Listen, don’t just talk
Don’t Assume the other person
know you
Asking questions show interest
(it get people to open up and can
easily make them interested in
you)
Maintain eye contact
Business cards