ELEV-CP 007: Networking Within The Company

The following is the course description for the Networking Within The Company Course:

Networking has become a crucial part of the world today. Most people are aware of external networking and primarily focus on that. It is important to pay extra attention to internal networking or networking within the company. To be truly effective, internal networking must be utilized throughout the company. With The Power of Networking (Within the Company) workshop your participants will learn how internal networking is changing the workforce. Through this workshop, your participants will gain a new perspective on networking, and what benefits can come from fully utilizing and making connections with internal networking.   

Course Objectives: 

Research has consistently demonstrated that when clear goals are associated with learning, it occurs more easily and rapidly. With that in mind, let’s review our goals for today.   

You will:

At the end of this workshop, participants should be able to:  

• Define networking  
• Understand networking principles  
• Use networking tools  
• Avoid common mistakes  
• Understand how to build relationships  
• Manage time successfully  

 

Target Student:

Course Core Competencies: 

Module 1: The Benefits of Networking at Work 

Topic A: Gain Connections 

Topic B: Shared Knowledge 

Topic C: Increase Opportunity 

Topic D: Improve Image 

Module 2: Networking Obstacles 

Topic A: Confusion About The Definition Of Networking 

Topic B: Personality Traits 

Topic C: Cultural Barriers 

Topic D: Personal Pride 

Module 3: Networking Principles 

Topic A: Relationships 

Topic B: Listen 

Topic C: Offer Value 

Topic D: Build Trust 

Module 4: How to Build Networks

Topic A: Meet New People

Topic B: Be Polite

Topic C: Follow Up

Topic D: Allow Relationships to Develop Naturally

Module 5: Recognize Networking Opportunities

Topic A: Formal Networking

Topic B: Informal Networking

Topic C: Workday Opportunities

Topic D: Always Be Ready to Network

Module 6: Common Networking Mistakes

Topic A: Not Meeting New People

Topic B: Not Following Through

Topic C: High Expectations

Topic D: Being Professional

Module 7: Develop Interpersonal Relationships

Topic A: Be Genuine

Topic B: Dialogue

Topic C: Maintain Boundaries

Topic D: Invest Time

Module 8: Online Networking Tools

Topic A: Social Networks

Topic B: Blogs

Topic C: Chat Rooms

Topic D: Email

Module 9: Time Management

Topic A: Prioritize Contacts

Topic B: Create Group Activities

Topic C: Connect Online

Topic D: Schedule Your Networking Activities

Module 10:

Topic A: Contact Networks Regularly

Topic B: Be Honest

Topic C: Give Personal Attention

Topic D: Limit Networks to a Manageable Size