How To Network As An Introvert
Have you ever had trouble establishing valuable professional relationships through networking? Have you ever been called a shy person in your professional career? Have you ever had difficulty navigating connections with your colleagues? Has your introverted personality been mistaken for inactivity? Well, then this course is for you!
We understand that being an introvert is not easy in a professional environment that moves very fast and rewards extroversion. We also understand that it can be difficult to be misjudged and you might feel discouraged while forming professional relationships with your peers.
This is why we have designed a seven-lecture course that will double as your guide on how to network as an introvert since we believe that everyone deserves an equal chance in their professional career and networking can be a powerful way to move your career forward.
At the start, we will define what it means to be introverted in a professional context. Afterwards, we will talk about how you can prepare for networking situations. Moreover, we will be looking at powerful ways to shift your perspective and viewpoint, so that the process of the creation of professional relationships becomes easier. Additionally, we will help you set goals for yourself so that you can monitor your progress.
Next, we will go through different communication methods you can try out to see which one suits you the best. After that, we will discuss the necessary skills and methods you can adopt in your everyday life, in order to make networking easier.
This course will also cover real-life examples so you can get encouraged and inspired every step of the way. Our intention is that this series of short, video-based lectures will prove helpful in progressing your professional career. So, are you ready to improve your social skills and networking potential? Enrol now to learn more!
Introduction
In this lecture, we'll set the general premise of the course and define what introversion means, while also covering real-life data to introduce the concept.
Download and complete the Introduction To Introversion And Networking Worksheet.
In Lecture 2, we'll discuss the actions you can take to get ready for networking and set objectives that you will eventually meet and surpass. There will also be several resources you can utilise to network more successfully and feel more at ease in certain settings.
Download and complete the Preparing For Networking Worksheet.
This lecture will explore various forms of communication to help prepare you for networking. We'll cover strategies that you can apply to online interactions on social media platforms and utilise during conversations in person.
Download and complete the Communication Methods Worksheet.
Here, we'll examine networking in detail and discuss how to get the most out of it. You'll learn basic guidelines, the abilities you need to hone for effective networking and how to deal with the difficulties brought on by introversion.
Download and complete The Networking Process Worksheet.
In lecture 5, we'll examine some actual networking cases and break them down so you can understand how to get beyond your obstacles. This lecture will also introduce two stories as well as the lessons you may learn from them.
Download and complete the Real-Life Examples Worksheet.
We'll discuss post-networking reflections in this lecture. By looking back on our past experiences, you will be able to identify aspects you would like to alter or replicate in hypothetical future situations.
Download and complete the Post-Networking Reflections Worksheet.
In the concluding lecture, we will reflect on the knowledge and skills you have acquired during the course and how you can utilise them in real-life scenarios.
