Ask yourself this question: Do you want to call people or do you want them to call you??
You've heard it many times: 'it's not what you know, it's who you know'. And they're right! A well developed and effectively used network is critical to the success of any business, organization or endeavor. Whether you're employed or self-employed...in a profit or non-profit environment...in business for 20 years or 20 minutes, Power Networking will increase your success and provide smoother sailing in your professional life.
Power Networking is different than any other networking seminar or class you've attended. It is an elite, advanced workshop where you will learn how to cultivate relationships and develop them into long-term relationships and then into strategic partnerships...so people will call you!
You will learn the critical importance of:
Strategic networking and how it goes far beyond conventional networking
How to network so that people will call you instead of you calling them
How to become "well-connected" rather than knowing lots of people
How to "pull a rabbit out of a hat" and why problem-solving is critical to effective Power Networking
How to network your network and not just yourself
What is "canPeg" and what does it have to do with Power Networking
How the North American fur trappers of the 18th century are important to the modern entrepreneur and business professional
Of all the tactics and strategies one can learn to improve a business or organization—and those who run them, discover why power networking is the most important skill and strategy to develop.
Whether you are employed or self-employed, profit or non-profit, public or private sector, aspiring, emerging or established with your professional endeavor, Power Networking is crucial to your success and effectiveness. Your ability to cultivate relationships and develop them into mutually beneficial and strategically sound partnerships makes you valuable and memorable to those you serve...or wish to.
"The most important thing one can do each day beyond getting up in the morning is effective power networking." Ron P. Wacks
Keynotes, presentations and interactive workshops available throughout the
United States and internationally
• "Basic Networking: The Fundamentals of Building Your Network", a large or small group presentation
or interactive workshop that covers the fundamentals of networking and
relationship building—specifically designed for the aspiring or emerging
self-employed, professionals in transition and those in the public or private sector seeking improved
people skills. You often hear about networking as an important tool to build your business or endeavor. What is "networking"? Why should you care about it? Why do you need to effectively network? And what will that accomplish for you? Learn what networking is and get great tips to help you build a solid network. And learn the difference between networking and having random conversations AND the difference between being well-connected and having a bunch of contacts. Tips include: • How to properly introduce yourself—what to include in your "elevator speech" • How to engage someone in a conversation and how to overcome your fears • Where to meet prospective clients, contacts, and good referral sources • Follow-up techniques—I've met them, what do I do now? • Cultivating excellent referrals—why a referral network is critical • How to build a network from relationships you have...or need Formats are flexible to fit each audience. • "Power Networking for Leaders",a large or small group presentation
or interactive workshop that covers the fundamentals of networking, relationship building, strategic networking, partnership and strategic alliance development and utilization, and mentoring your team to become effective power networkers—specifically designed for elected officials and business, government, and non-profit leaders. This training helps leaders—particularly those in the public and non-profit sectors, to act and think more entrepreneurially. Formats are flexible to fit each audience. • "Power Networking for Women",a large or small group presentation
or interactive workshop that is interwoven with a blend of personal and professional development—specifically designed for women professionals in the pubic or private
sector. This dynamic training focuses on a woman's orientation to networking, relationship and coalition building, partnership development, strategic networking, mentoring (mentoring others and being mentored), and building the confidence that some need to become more effective networkers, more successful and happier. Also perfect for women in transition. Homemade brownies are included in this session. Formats are flexible to fit each
audience. •
"Building Your Network: Building Your Future",a large or small
group presentation or interactive workshop specifically designed for
college students, young professionals and young entrepreneurs; this is a
perfect fit to prepare for successful job searches, internship or
practicum opportunities and progressing toward self-employment—or any
future endeavor. Formats are flexible to fit each audience. •
"Building a Network: Why and Why Not",a large or small group
presentation or interactive workshop specifically designed for high
school students, young entrepreneurs, and young professionals with an emphasis on developing their future opportunities and habits. Formats are flexible to fit
each audience.
Formats: • Keynotes or Presentations: 3/4 hour; 1 hour; 1 1/2 hour; 2 hour formats •
Interactive workshops: 1 1/2 hour; 2 hour; 3 hour; 4 hour; 6 hour; 8
hour; two day formats • Special practicum (practical
application) session or field trip for applied learning—typically
includes local travel • Each presentation or workshop can be
repeated during a conference/event day • Different offerings are
available during the same conference or event day • Customized
presentations and formats are available to suit the audience • Sessions include a
workbook or handout
For scheduling or more information: 612-922-6000 • info@microbusinessstrategies.com
