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Business Networking

By: Cynet East Africa Consultancy

Kenya

20 - 24 May, 2024  5 days

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USD 1,050

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Venue: Nairobi

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Business networking entails establishing reliable and trustworthy connections with potential clients, customers, suppliers, and stakeholders to benefit the organization in the long term. In today's information age, business networking has become indispensable for every organization. Businesses do not operate in isolation; they are integral components of the economic landscape, engaging in continuous interactions with other entities. Networking facilitates sales generation, particularly for emerging businesses, through word-of-mouth referrals. Neglecting business networking can have adverse effects on an organization's overall well-being. This course equips participants with knowledge of various models, tools, and techniques used in business networking. Additionally, it emphasizes how digitalization can enhance business networks for organizations, enabling them to thrive in a dynamic and interconnected business environment.

PROGRAM OBJECTIVES

•Understand the foundation of business networking
•Understand various tools & techniques of business networking as well as their applicability in business situations
•Using business networking for lead generation
•Make themselves more noticeable in business through skills acquired
 
MODULES

Module 1: Fundamentals of Business Networking

•What are a business networking and its need?
•Benefits of business networking
•Types of business networking- casual contacts, professional associations
•Networking organizations
•Understanding business concepts: supply chain, customer relationship management, existing information system

Module 2: Building an Efficient Network

•Establishing networking goals and expectations
•Lead generation
•Face-to-Face networking
•Using networking to promote business
•Finding reliable and dependable suppliers
•Open networking
•Networking strategies

Module 3: Networking on Social Media and Online

•Building presence online
•Joining networking platforms and communities
•Engaging with the audience
•Different networking platforms: LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter, Blogs
•Digital networking

Module 4: Developing Communication Skills

•Types of communication channels
•Types of communication network:
•Single strand, grapevine, wheel
•Using formal communication to reach contacts
•Understanding various communication models
•Linear model, interactive model, transactional model
•Types of communication barriers
•Developing presentation skills
•Developing a pitch, elevator pitch

Module 5: Networking Methods and Strategies

•Attending conferences, seminars, webinars
•Organizing events, inviting prominent speakers and guests
•Understanding the importance of word of mouth
•Cold calling/emailing
•Job fairs
•Approaching online
•Strategically positioning yourself

Module 6: Developing Networking Skills

•Understanding the role of psychology and motivation in networking
•Understanding the difference between face-to-face networking and virtual networking
•Common networking mistakes
•Behavioural styles
•Creating a referral generation strategy
CERTIFICATION
Upon successful completion of the training, participants will be awarded Cynet East Africa Consultancy certificate.
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Training will be facilitated by Cynet East Africa Consultancy seasoned  trainers.
Nairobi May 20 - 24 May, 2024
Nairobi, Kenya 17 - 21 Jun, 2024
Nairobi, Kenya 02 - 06 Sep, 2024
Nairobi, Kenya 14 - 18 Oct, 2024
Nairobi, Kenya 02 - 06 Dec, 2024
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