Bev Brough
STRATEGIC SOCIALISING
It’s the relationships you develop
with those you know.
If networking is so important ...
Why doesn’t everyone do it?
...and do it well?
Create new business leads
Retain clients
Gain referrals
Create introductions
The Benefits of Networking
Increase business profit Improve your self-
confidence and self-esteem
Source suppliers or advisors
Learn new ideas
The Benefits of Networking
Develop key account relationships
Career progression
Share knowledge
Establish strategic alliances or joint venture partners
The Benefits of Networking
Create a support team
Uncover new business opportunities
Able to help others
Source new staff
The Benefits of Networking
Raise your personal and business profile
Find a new job
Achieve and exceed KPIs
Keep your boss off your back!
The Benefits of Networking
Safeguard or secure your job/position
Be known as an industry leader
Become the person most recommended in your field
The Benefits of Networking
Find mentors and business advisors
Salary increase
Have fun!
The Benefits of Networking
Everyone can learn how to
NETWORK FOR SUCCESS
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needs to be
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SUCCESS
Networking at events is not a time to sell…
… it is a time to make connections.
PREPARATION
There is more to networking than just turning up!
PARTICIPATION
You actually have to do something!
PLANNED FOLLOW-UP
If it isn’t planned, it won‘t happen!
Create an
interesting
introduction
Let people talk about THEIR favourite subject...
PLANNED FOLLOW-UP
Networking is like dating.
If you don’t follow-up you may miss a wonderful opportunity!
Don’t wait for business to come to you...
...network your way to business success!