All of our courses are customised to your requirements: Simply tell us which units you would like to cover and how much time you would like to spend and we'll put together a course tailor-made to help you build business relationships and increase your bottom line.

We also offer assessment, follow-ups and support to ensure you maximise the return on your networking investment.

Pre-networking Preparation

Failing to prepare is preparing to fail, and nowhere is that truer than in networking. We'll help build your confidence, set goals and devise strategies to make the most of your networking.

• The basics of networking: What networking is, who networks and why it's important
• Professional image: Dress codes, what to wear and avoiding common mistakes
• Getting everything ready: Finishing touches and things to bear in mind
• Setting goals: Creating and achieving specific, realistic objectives

The networking itself

You never get a second chance to make a first impression; We'll teach you the tips and techniques to build deep and meaningful connections with the people you meet, whether at a formal networking event or just a chance encounter.

• Making conversation: Listening, small talk and digging deeper
• Building rapport: Building instant bonds with people
• Networking with Foreigners: Differences between Chinese and foreign networking and how to adapt
• Networking English: Useful phrases, what to say and what not to say

Post-networking Follow-up

Now that you've met lots of people, what's the next step? We'll help you follow up professionally to increase business and make the most of your network.

• Following up and being remembered: Different methods of following up, how to follow up professionally
• Networking online: Which online networking platform is best for you, how to network effectively online
• Making the most of your network: Expanding your network, keeping it organised and getting referrals

Networking support

As well as training you to be the best networker possible, all of our courses include:

• Free access to our online networking forum
• A subscription to our weekly networking newsletter, with links to practical advice and listings of useful networking events

We also offer:

• Online support: Contact us via e-mail, MSN or Skype chat and we'll help you with your networking issues
• Priority support: As above, plus SMS and phone support*
• Networking “buddying”: Our most hands-on option: We'll accompany you or your employees to a networking event and provide practical advice on the spot, ensuring instant feedback and networking improvement*