Networking Skills

Clem Mulcahey Banks – Volunteering and Training Coordinator Voluntary projects Peer-to-peer training Societies, media groups, RAG events/pub&rec

Aims/Objectives To give society committees the understanding and ability to use networking to promote themselves. By the end of this session participants will have: A good knowledge of what networking is An understanding of the importance and benefits of good networking skills. Knowledge of where and when to apply these skills.

WHAT IS NETWORKING? Networking is building relationships......but how do we do it?

How? Introduction Communication Follow-up

How can networking benefit you?

Benefits The Society People Competitors Promotion Connections Experience You Presentation Confidence Communication Relationship-management

What can you do? Go to other society meetings, Society standing Joint events Socials Organise forums/focus groups

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