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2. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) 2 Value Added Introduction. Networking in English Looking for an internship? Contact us at success@valeaders.com or 021 6184 4063.success@valeaders.com Wechat Weibo 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  网站： www.valeaders.com  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com  ✪  微信： ValueAdded  ✪  微博： ValueAdded 备领咨询 www.valeaders.com erik@valeaders.com

3. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) Ask any senior executive, politician, community leader or successful salesperson which single skill or habit helped them excel in their career… …an overwhelming majority will respond with one simple word “Networking”. Ultimately, it’s not about who you know... but WHO KNOWS YOU!! Learn dynamics within your industry Establish your business contacts Get connected to your community Seek new career opportunities Facilitate win-win relationships Create your referral networks Accelerate your professional development Develop knowledge resources 3 What’s the purpose of networking? Networking in English Questions?

4. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) Build Your Networking Muscle Practice networking by attending lots of different networking events. Develop Thick Skin Get comfortable hearing the word “no”, over and over and over again. Be Nice to Everyone You Meet “Be nice to the people on the way up because you never know when you’ll be meeting them on the way down.” Be Giving Give your time, your advice, and especially your referrals. Grow Your Relationship Database You are only 4 or 5 people away from anything you ever want or need. 4 Use these 10 important networking strategies (1/2). Networking in English

5. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) Communicate Maintain regular and consistent contact with the people in your database. Keep it Simple Look at where you are spending your time and your precious energy. Build Rapport Are you a people magnet or a people repellent? What are you projecting outwardly? Set Goals If you have a clear vision of where you are going, the rest will fall into place. Access Available Resources There are so many resources available to support you in whatever you wish to do. What other tactics do you use? SHARE THEM! 5 Use these 10 important networking strategies (2/2). Networking in English Questions?

6. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) “Hi, I’m Jessica.” So simple, yet, so difficult! Always remember to start with one hand outstretched (key). “I really like your necklace.” Women love compliments and (surprise!) men do to. Find anything a bit special and say you love it. “Is it quieter on this side of the room? I can hardly hear over there.” Brilliant. Works in any busy, loud event. “May as well chat if we’re in line for the bathroom!” The bathroom line is the easiest place to strike up a chat because you have a captive audience. “Do you work for [company name]?” This opener can be a bit awkward, but you’re at the same party, so it’s a reasonable question to ask. 6 Remember these 10 networking conversation starters (1/2). Networking in English

7. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) “This chicken is a little dry, huh?” Commenting about food is always a win. “So, was it a pain for you to get here?” A classic New York question, great for any big city. “Hey, aren’t you friends with [fill in random name]?” See someone who looks vaguely familiar? He or she will tell you “no,” and conversation will begin. “It is so hot (or cold) in here.” Hey, maybe it is, maybe it isn’t, but the person will either agree or disagree, and pretty soon you’re talking “Man, I hate networking.” See someone else standing miserably in the corner? Do you have other great opening lines? SHARE THEM! 7 Remember these 10 networking conversation starters (2/2). Networking in English Questions?

8. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) [1] HELLO: “Hi, my name is…” [2] CURRENT ROLE: “I am…” For students, this could be degree, major and expected graduation [3] WHAT I BRING: “I have experience in…” Highlights from experience in terms of relevant knowledge or skills [4] FOLLOW-UP QUESTION: “I’m interested in learning about your…” Your interest in this person or a field and what you want from this interaction Be creative, share what makes you interesting and unique! LET’S PRACTICE! 8 Introduce yourself, then lead into a conversation. Networking in English Questions?

9. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) “What do you think about [insert topic relevant to the event or person here]?" Best if you have an idea what the person you’re talking to will be interested in. “Wow, I just can't believe all the crazy news headlines today. What a week!” Works if you’ve been reading the news regularly and have something interesting to say. "Any chance you read the news today? I missed it, and I'm dying to know what's happening with [insert news topic here].” Think of some groundbreaking story that happened in the last week. “Did you catch the game last night?” Best for men that like sports. 9 Discuss current events, technology trends, etc. Networking in English

10. 沪江社团 : VA 职场兴趣小组  ✪  邮件： erik@valeaders.com Erik loves flowers ;) Good topics to discuss with foreigners include: Economics Fashion Industry-specific Politics / National Science Social trends Sports Technology Be sensitive to your audience: Where are they from? What industry? How old? Be ready to follow up with a relevant discussion! LET’S PRACTICE! 10 Discuss current events, technology trends, etc. Networking in English Questions?

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