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Honors Prof Night - Networking
The document outlines the importance of networking, offering tips on preparation, conversation starters, and how to cultivate meaningful relationships. Key strategies include having a clear elevator speech, engaging actively in conversations, and maintaining connections without expecting favors. It emphasizes that networking requires practice and the ability to read social cues.
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- 2. What is Networking? •Networks: Groupsof people who talk and share ideas , information, and resources. BuildingYour Network •Networking: Discovering connections between people.
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- 6. Tip #1: Preparation BuildingYour Network Know who will be attending… Have an elevator speech… Have networking questions ready… Have a game plan to end conversation… Set goals for a networking session…
- 7. Tip #1: Preparation BuildingYour Network Rulesfor an Elevator Speech: It should be 30 seconds or less. Your skill (or how you benefit a potential employer) should be clear. Include your passion. There should be a goal.
- 8. Tip #1: Preparation BuildingYour Network Iam currently working in the Honors Program at Illinois State University. I have found my passion for serving students who are pursuing higher education. My friends and coworkers often tell me that I have the ability to relate to anyone that I meet. I am a very hard worker and have the ability to adapt to new situations quickly. Because I’m inspired by the students I work with, I’m looking for a position that uses my passion to help young adults grow into well-rounded professionals.
- 9. Tip #1: Preparation BuildingYour Network CONVERSATIONSTARTERS YOU WILL ACTUALLY USE • “So ______, what exactly do you do at ____? • “HI ____, please tell me about you.” • “What got you involved in this organization/event?” • “How did you get involved with this kind of work and what have you enjoyed most from your experience?” • “What can you tell me about_____?” • “What do you do when you are not _____?”
- 10. Tip #1: Preparation BuildingYour Network HOWTO END A CONVERSATION AT A NETWORKING EVENT • It was a pleasure talking with you, but I am going to go check out another table. • I have to head out now, but I really enjoyed hearing about your work. • I had a great time talking with you—are you planning to go to the expo next month? • It’s been great getting to know you, but I need to say hello to a few more folks around here. I hope you have a great evening. • I need to say hello to a few others here, but can we plan to connect next week?
- 11. Tip #1: Preparation BuildingYour Network Networkingis not a skill that comes natural to anyone. It takes time and practice.
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- 13. Tip #2: Workthe Room BuildingYour Network Wear a name tag on your right side. A person’s eyes will follow the line of sight from the handshake.
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- 15. Tip #2: Workthe Room BuildingYour Network If you are stuck, approach a group of three. One of them may not be actively engaged in the conversation and willing to talk with you.
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- 20. Tip #3: NetworkingTools BuildingYour Network
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- 23. Tip #4:Build Meaningful Relationships BuildingYourNetwork Read the Room Non-verbal cues Introvert vs. Extrovert
- 24. Tip #4:Build Meaningful Relationships BuildingYourNetwork OPPORTUNITIESCOMETO THOSEWHO AREVISIBLE!
- 25. Tip #4:Build Meaningful Relationships BuildingYourNetwork Share stories Connect with people on a personal level Find out… Common interests Common passions Common circle of friends And How can you help them? Always Focus on Building a Connection with People
- 26. Tip #4:Build Meaningful Relationships BuildingYourNetwork We are all unique individuals, with… …Unique sets of experiences
- 27. BuildingYour Network Build andMaintain Connections Tip #5
- 28. Tip #5: Buildand Maintain Connections BuildingYour Network DO NOT BE SELECTIVE IN BUILDINGYOUR NETWORK
- 29. Tip #5: Buildand Maintain Connections BuildingYour Network Remember to keep in touch… …without asking for favors
- 30. Tip #5: Buildand Maintain Connections BuildingYour Network ALWAYS SAYTHANKYOU! Job interviews Receiving a gift Benefitted from a recommendation Someone supported you
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