Secrets of Successful Networking

Speaker: Melissa Kidd,Motem
Time: 12pm - 2pm including buffet lunch pre-lecture
Cost: Free

While networking events may be a key route to market for those in the finance sector, many professionals find them unproductive , frustrating and awkward. This session is for professionals who are reluctant networkers and want to become more confident & effective. It is also for those who enjoy networking and want to pick up some practical tips to help you make the most of your time at an event.

Learning Objectives
By the end of the seminar you will be able to :
- Prepare so that you're networking with a purpose - using a checklist
- Read body language so that you can get started in a busy room when you don't know anybody
- Remember names
- Have the effective 5 step networking conversation
- Finish conversations professionally and gracefully
- Demonstrate your credibility through using stories
- Follow up professionally without being a pest
- Avoid making the one mistake that will ruin your chances of being successful

Melissa has a wealth of experience in the financial services sector - built up largely through working with the Chartered Insurance Institute since 2012. As well as working with accountancy and pension firms, Melissa has spoken at a number of HSBC conferences on the subject of successful networking. Prior to specialising in the finance sector, she's worked for large corporations such as Coca-Cola, the Royal Mail and institutions such as Bristol & Bath University where she taught PhD students how to articulate the value of their complex research to the business community

To book your place email: ian.stockley@i.tescobank.com
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