Learn networking basics including how, when and where to network. The areas covered will include practical advice for your elevator speech, using social media and finding events to put your newfound skills to practice. You will gain confidence from this session and be able to apply them for more effective networking.

1. Effective Networking in
Your Career
brought to you by
Bruce A. Bennett
Career Coach Corner
May 22, 2019

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Introduction & Overview for session
My Background
Media & Marketing Research Career
McHenry County Workforce Network
Blogger and Workshop Presenter
General Notes for Today
Presentation is available upon request
My contact info is on last page
Workshop is interactive

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Notes & Goals for session
Overview
Define networking
The five Ws & H
Who what where when why how
Elevator Speech or Tell Me About Yourself
Mobile Networking Aps
Goals
Locate events to attend that will interest you
Develop an elevator speech
Empower you to be a better networker
Lower anxiety level of new meetings

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What is Networking

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What is Networking
Networking is a socioeconomic business activity by
which businesspeople and entrepreneurs meet to
form business relationships and to recognize,
create, or act upon business opportunities, share
information and seek potential partners for
ventures.

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Connecting the Dots

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Who Needs to Network
Everyone!!
Individuals in career transition
Entrepreneurs
Sales & Business development
People who want to help
People who need help

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We Need Help

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Why Network
Exchange information or ideas
Meet people who can expand your business
Build base of advocates
Help individuals – Franchise conversation

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Connecting the Dots

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When You Network
Giving vs getting
Come prepared with goals or objectives
Make yourself approachable
Taking action in the moment
Here & Now
Follow up
Practice

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Where to Network
Job Clubs
Library Events
Business meetings
Community & volunteer activities
Daily business
All the time

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Where to Network
Eventbrite
Trade shows and conferences
Meetup
Networking events
Network After Work
Hobby interests
Social Media
My blog

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Where to Network

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Where to Network

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Where to Network
Network After Work

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Where to Network
Network After Work

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Where to Network

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How to Network
Email
Phone call
Social Media
Coffee meet
Informational interview

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How to Network
Tools to network
 Business cards
 Resume
 Mobile phone
 Handbill
 Speaking up
Simple Introduction
 Painful Elevator Ride
 Elevator Pitch
Elaborate Introduction
 Elevator Speech Examples

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How to Network
Stay focused on the person you are talking with
Ask open ended questions
Limit meaningless small talk
Ice Breakers or questions to start
 Smile
 Hi
 Simple Introduction
 I help people get the most out of their computer
at work, what do you do?
 What do you hope to accomplish today?
 How can I help you?
 Can I ask you more about….?

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How to Network
Exit Strategy
Exchange contact info (if you want to connect)
Introduce them to someone else you know
Make plans to connect on LinkedIn or chat later
Excuse yourself to……

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LinkedIn
Professional networking website
Establish an internet presence
Virtual resume with media
Business development
Connections
#Networking

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LinkedIn Mobile App Networking Tools
LinkedIn makes it easy to
network.
The mobile version has great
tools.

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LinkedIn Mobile App

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LinkedIn Mobile App Networking Tools
LinkedIn has made it easy to
share your profile with others
at networking events.
1 Go to the Home page.
2 Touch the symbol
A new screen will be displayed.
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LinkedIn Mobile App Networking Tools
1 You can scan another
person’s code.
2 Your code is displayed for
scanning.
3 Share your code via email,
tweet, facebook, etc.
4 Save Qcode to your phone.
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LinkedIn Mobile App Networking Tools
Fine People on LinkedIn that are
nearby!
1 Go to the Connections page.
2 Touch Find nearby (OFF)
A new screen will be displayed.
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LinkedIn Mobile App Networking Tools
LinkedIn will display people
who are on the same page
that are near you.

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Vision

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Vision
Visualize your self in a positive light
Prepare mentally for situations
Laugh
Smile
How to be more confident

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References & Resources
http://contactscount.com/new/
Introvert's Guide To Networking
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FAPySGLL3gg
The art of active networking by Mark Sackett
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IjSPfGsaC3g
10 Simple Ways To Improve Your Networking Skills
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=E5xTbn6OnAA
Tell Me About Yourself by John Heaney
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zhWq1Q8uGg4&t=2s

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Upcoming Events
McHenry County Workforce Network
500 Russel Court, Woodstock, IL 60098
Resumes, Cover Letters and Applying On-Line
Thursday June 6, 2019 from 10am – 12pm
Getting Started with LinkedIn
Thursday June 6, 2019 from 1pm – 3pm
LinkedIn Basics and Best Practices
Thursday June 20, 2019 from 10am – 12pm
Tips for a Winning Interview
Thursday June 20, 2019 from 1pm – 3pm

34. Questions?
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or connect with me on LinkedIn
Contact Info:
Bruce A. Bennett
Mobile: 815-302-9552
Email: BABennett73@gmail.com
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