About This Course

Networking – according to Merriam Webster is “the exchange of information or services among individuals, groups, or institutions; specifically: the cultivation of productive relationships for employment or business”. These and other events can become more easily managed with this great workshop. With our Networking (Outside the Company) workshop, you will begin to see how important it is to develop a core set of networking skills. By managing and looking at the way people interact and seeing things in a new light, you will improve on almost every aspect of your networking strategy. Module One: Getting Started Module Two: The Benefits of Networking Outside of Work Create a Solid Network Meet Strategic Alliance Partners Generate Leads Position Yourself Module Three: Networking Obstacles Time Constraints Saying the Wrong Thing Where to go to Network Fear of Rejection Module Four: Networking Principles Develop Contacts Organize Your Contacts Follow-Up Maintain Relationships Module Five: Why Network? Gain Trust Be visible Be an insider Gain Advantage Module Six: How to Build Networks Physical Networking Groups Attend Networking Events Social Networking Sites Create a Networking Referral List Module Seven: Online Networking Tools Social Networks Blogs Chat Rooms Email Module Eight: Develop Interpersonal Relationships Be Specific Keep your Word Maintain Boundaries Invest Time Module Nine: Common Networking Mistakes Taking Before Giving Assumptions Reaching too High Assuming Tools Create Connections Module Ten: Time Management Prioritize Contacts Create Group Activities Connect Online Schedule Your Network Activities Module Eleven: Manage Personal and Professional Network Be Responsive Give Back Separate Personal and Business Activities Module Twelve: Wrapping Up Duration: 1-2 day in-house workshop with an expert trainer, dependent on your needs (in-person or online)

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Quotations are valid for 60 days. Website pricing is subject to change without prior notice. Payment is due within 30 days, or as specified for approved accounts with written agreements with ht+a, alternatively it is due upon receipt of an invoice. All bank charges for forex transactions are to be borne by the client. Delegate placements on public courses or scheduling of in-house courses will only be confirmed once payment, an approved purchase order or a signed quotation/agreement is received. For in-person public courses, the fee includes the event venue, coffee, refreshments, and lunch. It does not include accommodation or other travel expenses. ht+a will share accommodation discount options with you if available and recommends booking 2 weeks before an event to ensure the event is a confirmed go-ahead. ht+a is not liable for travel expense losses due to cancellation by either party, weather, flight delays, or other unforeseen circumstances. For in-person in-house courses, unless otherwise specified, pricing assumes the training will take place at the client's location and ht+a will not provide catering. The Client will ensure that the training room will be equipped with all necessary tools including flip charts, markers, video projectors/screens, appropriate furnishings and ample electrical outlets. Sustainability & Materials: - Delegates require an email address and a stable and active internet connection with suitable equipment (computer, smartphone or tablet) to access course materials and, where applicable, to complete online tests and join live video calls. - Printed course materials will not be provided, including for in-person or in-house events. Customers may print their course materials if desired. - ht+a no longer provides publications (textbooks) as part of the course fee. It is the customer's responsibility to procure any supplementary material either as an add-on from ht+a (payment is required in advance), OR from the VDA (https://shorturl.at/fbHJs) or the AIAG (https://shorturl.at/z73jg) directly (all corresponding shipping and duties will be for the customer's account). Due to copyright, ht+a does not provide digital copies of publications. - Digital certificates will be provided. Certificates for VDA QMC courses will only be issued once full payment is received. Certificates for ht+a courses will be automatically issued upon completion of course requirements. Customers may print their certificate if desired.