Course

Business Networking Skills Training

Build the confidence and practical skills to develop meaningful professional relationships, expand your network and create lasting connections that support personal and organisational success.

Teams from £1,850 / $2,960 UK|EAME / USA
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Individuals from £14.99 UK|EAME
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Business Networking Skills Training
Communication Skills
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Course outcomes

  • After completing Business Networking Skills Training, participants will develop the confidence, techniques, and practical strategies to build authentic professional relationships, network strategically, converse confidently, and create lasting connections that support collaboration, influence, and career development.

Who is this course for?

Designed for professionals at every level who want to build stronger internal and external networks, Business Networking Skills Training is ideal for managers, business development professionals, consultants, client-facing teams, and anyone looking to develop relationships that support collaboration, career progression, or business growth.

Delivery options

Group size: Workshops, from 2-hour sessions to full-day, for small (up to 12), medium (up to 25), or large groups up to 50. High-impact keynote sessions of up to 90 minutes, for audiences from 51 to 200+ participants.

Measurement: We monitor progress to levels 1 and 2 of the Kirkpatrick model, and can support your internal monitoring through to levels 3 and 4. We have the capacity to use milestone charts, post-training action programmes, and coaching.

Course content

Introduction & objectives

Exploring typical networking challenges, identifying desired outcomes, and recognising the value of strategic networking.

Preparation

Understanding the importance of networking, defining your personal brand, and preparing to make a strong first impression.

Listening

Exploring how to be well perceived, enhancing your reputation among senior stakeholders, and developing active listening skills.

The art of meeting people

Planning networking opportunities, remembering names, reading group body language, and approaching people with confidence.

The networking conversation

Breaking the ice, having interesting conversations, leaving discussions gracefully, and following up to build lasting professional relationships.

Learning routes

Choose your learning route

For individuals

Individual learners

Individual learner access is handled through LearnFlix.

UK|EAME from £14.99
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For teams

Teams and organisations

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UK|EAME / USA from £1,850 / $2,960

Frequently asked questions

What are the key benefits of this networking skills training course for teams?

This networking skills training course is designed to help teams develop effective networking strategies, enabling your business to build meaningful connections and advance collectively. Key benefits include improved team communication skills, the ability to handle networking challenges, and increased confidence when engaging with stakeholders. By mastering networking techniques, your team will be better equipped to expand your professional network, share ideas, and amplify both your personal and company brand.

How can this training help our team handle networking conversations at events?

This networking course provides your team with practical tools to handle conversations at networking events, such as breaking the ice and having interesting topics to discuss. Your team will learn how to maintain engaging communication skills that allow them to connect with others and leave a positive impression. By mastering these techniques, your team can confidently navigate networking events, ensuring that they build valuable relationships while maintaining professionalism.

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