1. Facilitated by KEYS Academy and Options HS with the ARISE Foundation
NETWORKING
Facilitated by
KEYS Academy and Options HS
with the
ARISE Foundation

2. Objective, Essential Question, and Product
We will identify different ways to network.
EQ: What is networking and how can you start today?
I will write something of my own choosing to demonstrate one of the many ways to network.

3. Your Presenter… A member of the
faculty or staff at KEYS Academy or Options HS
Internationally Certified in Life Skills through the ARISE Foundation

4. Rules for Training Participation is crucial No wrong/stupid answers
Respect one another
No talking while others talk,
No rude comments or noises
Wait until you’re called upon

5. Why we’re here… Because we have to be
To learn some skills that will carry over into adulthood
To learn more about ourselves

6. How we’re going to do it…
Discussion
Everyone participates
Some, very little lecture
Activity or activities
Some Conclusions

7. Questions?

8. Ice Breaker What is an ice breaker? Definition of an ice breaker:
An activity used to lighten the mood and or get participants warmed up to the idea of interaction

9. Ice Breaker!!!!

10. Networking as an Ice Breaker
Find another student in the room that you may have never talked with.
Ask 3 simple questions…such as what is your favorite movie, song, etc.
Report to the class your new found knowledge about someone else.
THAT IS THE START OF NETWORKING

11. Topic of the Day: Networking
What is Networking?
What are the “types” of networking that you can think of?
Why do people network?

12. Topic of the Day: Networking (cont.)
What are some types of networking you have done?

13. Networking is inevitable…no matter where you go, you meet people.
…What kind of people are important to meet and why?

14. Definition of “Networking”
According to Merriam Webster:
Interact with other people to exchange information and develop contacts, especially to further one’s career.
Synonyms include:
Associate
Hobnob
Mingle
Rub Elbows

15. Reasons to Network Explore other career opportunities
Expand your knowledge
Change careers
Make more money

16. Activity 1: Network List!
Activity Sheet p
Briefly scan and look for Networking examples you may have done in the past.
Write in your composition book or folder some of the examples you may of used.
Share with the class.

17. Conclusions Can you start Networking?
YES, start now and don’t burn any bridges!

18. Conclusions (cont.) Top 3 you can do NOW: Beware of your appearance
Volunteer
Be friendly and respectful