Networking
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V is for… Verbal Communication
What is Verbal Communication? Verbal communication is simply communication by speaking words. However, effective verbal communication skills include more than just simply talking. Verbal communication includes how you deliver and receive the words…
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U is for… Understanding Networking
Take some time to understand networking. You might be doing this by reading up on the subject by reading blogs and books). You might undertake some training. You might shadow someone else or…
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T is for… Time Management Skills
What are Time Management Skills? Time Management skills should be combined with your Organisational Skills. Time management involves working both efficiently and effectively. Undertaking your networking activities in an efficient and effective manner…
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S is for… Small Talk
What is Small Talk? Small talk is light, informal conversation. You use it when you are talking to someone you don’t know very well. For example, in the workplace, when networking, on the…
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R is for… Recommendations
What is a recommendation? A recommendation can be a written or verbal recommendation about a particular individual or product, it can be an introduction or connecting two people, or it can be a…
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Q is for… Quick Thinking
What are Quick Thinking Skills? If you are a quick thinker, you pick up new information easily and “process” that information quickly. There are times when thinking quickly can be a helpful and…
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P is for… Public Speaking and Presentation Skills
What are Presentation Skills? Presentation skills are the skills you need in delivering effective and engaging presentations to a variety of audiences. This includes Public Speaking and Presentations but is also includes presenting…
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O is for… Organisational Skills
What are Organisational Skills? Organisational Skills are the ability to manage yourself (and/or others) and resources to reach a specific goal. The skill is a combination of planning and prioritisation (time management). Individuals…
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N is for… Networking Skills
What is Networking? Basically, networking is meeting new people and building relationships. Networking is the interaction with others for the purpose of exchanging information and developing professional or social contacts. Nothing so scary…
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M is for… Mentoring
What is Mentoring? Mentoring is an effective way of helping people to progress in their careers. It is a partnership between two people (a mentor and mentee). A mentor is a guide who…
