THE BLUEPRINT OF EFFECTIVE BUSINESS

NETWORKING Learning Objective: Examine the techniques and

benefits of networking

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Learning Objectives• At the end of this seminar, you will be able to:

– Discuss the professional and personal benefits of successful business networking.

– Examine networking “how to’s” and the challenges that people face when working to improve their networking skills.

– Describe winning techniques for developing your personal brand and strengthening business relationships.

– Identify the importance of following up effectively and staying connected.

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Program• Introduction of the Workshop

• Participant Introductions

• The Voice of the Women

• FAQs      

• Wrap Up

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Introduction of the WorkshopNetworking is the art of forming and maintaining mutually beneficial relationships with others who are linked to your career, profession, or share your interest. Networking offers the opportunity to debate issues related to your field, share experiences and exchange perspectives. These sessions offer chances to meet new people who can offer encouragement, solutions to common problems and advice for how to handle challenges.

PARTICIPANT INTRODUCTIONS

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Business Network Participants

Harriet-Marcia Shakir, IBM

Marlene Price, The Boeing Company

Izella Dornell, U.S. Department of Commerce

Carolyn Watkins, IBM

Prenthis Aguilar, Northrop Grumman

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Voice of the Women

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Prenthis’ Vision• I envision an opportunity to grow the group to Facebook or

LinkedIn or to create local MeetUp groups tied to WOC.

• Being able to ask honest questions and get honest answers from women who are just like you, is invaluable.

• Personal and career support between black professional women has provided me friendship, strength and knowledge in this last year that is both objective and warm.

• I hope it continues.

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Harriet’s Perspective• Like the individuals• Treat like a business meeting• Be of service• Share the load

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Marlene’s Perspective• What is and How to Network

– Avoiding the limits of stereotypical approaches

• Why Network?– Reality validations– Sanity checks– Support /mentoring (including ad hoc, peer-to-peer)– Professional & community connections

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Izella’s Perspective

• Professional Women of Color Networking is powerful– Creates learning opportunities– Inspires creativity– Provides a bridge/support– Roadmap for future– Enhances quality of life

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Carolyn’s Perspective

• What kept us together throughout the year?

• Who is the most important person in the networking group?

• Why is it important to network?• How to benefit from networking?• Networking tip.

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Thank You Women Of Color!