Networking for Career Growth 1 Day Workshop in New Orleans, LA
Schedule
Fri, 09 Jan, 2026 at 09:00 am to Wed, 16 Dec, 2026 at 10:00 pm
UTC-06:00Location
For venue information, Please contact us: [email protected] | New Orleans, LA
About this Event
Duration: 1 Day (10 Executive Education Credits
Credits Breakdown: 8 – Live | 1 – Pre-Training | 1 – Post-Training
Mode: Virtual / In-Person / Corporate In-House
Language: English
Refreshments: Includes lunch and light refreshments during classroom sessions
Course Overview
Networking is one of the most powerful skills for professional success, yet many people struggle to build authentic and valuable connections. This interactive workshop equips participants with practical strategies to expand their professional network, strengthen personal branding, and leverage relationships for career advancement. Through roleplays, reflection exercises, and a networking roadmap, participants will learn how to create lasting, mutually beneficial connections. The program goes beyond theory by helping participants practice real-life networking scenarios and develop confidence in professional conversations. It emphasizes the role of personal branding in building credibility, teaches how to nurture long-term relationships, and provides a structured roadmap to sustain networking as an intentional and strategic career practice.
Learning Objectives:
- Understand the importance of networking in career growth.
- Identify personal networking goals and strategies.
- Learn how to approach new contacts confidently.
- Build authentic, long-term professional relationships.
- Strengthen personal branding to support networking success.
- Create a structured networking action plan.
Training Day Structure – 8 Modules (8 Hours)
- Module 1: Foundations of Networking
- Module 2: Identifying Opportunities
- Module 3: Elevator Pitch
- Module 4: Building Rapport
- Module 5: Personal Branding
- Module 6: Strategic Networking
- Module 7: Networking Challenges
- Module 8: Toolkit & Roadmap
Target Audience:
- Early & Mid-Career Professionals
- Job Seekers & Career Changers
- Entrepreneurs & Business Developers
- Managers building industry presence
- Professionals looking to grow leadership visibility
Certification & Credits:
You will receive the Certificate of Completion from Skelora.
Trainer Profile
Delivered by Career Development & Networking Experts with extensive experience in mentoring, corporate growth strategies, and personal branding across global industries. Note: Pre- and post-course work each carry 1 Executive Education Credit
Agenda
Pre-Course Support (1 Credit)
Info: Self-reflection questions, networking map drafting, and elevator pitch preparation to prime participants for the live workshop.
Module 1: Foundations of Networking
Info: Why networking matters for career growth. Understand the science and psychology behind networking. Explore why it matters in every stage of your career and how strong networks create long-term advantages.
Module 2: Identifying Opportunities
Info: Where and how to find networking spaces. Discover hidden and visible opportunities—from conferences to online communities—and learn strategies to position yourself in the right spaces.
Module 3: Elevator Pitch
Info: Crafting and delivering impactful self-introductions. Design and rehearse a clear, engaging pitch that highlights your strengths and aspirations, leaving a strong impression on new connections.
Module 4: Building Rapport
Info: Techniques for authentic connection. Practice active listening, body language, and conversation techniques to form trust and genuine bonds with peers, mentors, and leaders.
Module 5: Personal Branding
Info: Using LinkedIn and online presence effectively. Optimize your digital footprint. Learn to refine your LinkedIn profile, craft thought-leadership posts, and manage your professional reputation online.
Module 6: Strategic Networking
Info: Leveraging mentors, peers, and industry leaders. Develop structured approaches to connect with influential people, create mentorship opportunities, and build reciprocal, value-driven relationships.
Module 7: Networking Challenges
Info: Overcoming fears, rejection, and follow-ups. Tackle common challenges such as networking anxiety, lack of confidence, rejection, and inconsistent follow-ups with practical strategies.
Module 8: Toolkit & Roadmap
Info: Templates and a 30-day networking challenge. Walk away with action-oriented templates, a personalized checklist, and a guided 30-day challenge to embed networking as a career habit.
Post-Course Support (1 Credit)
Info: Networking Playbook with strategies, templates, and checklists; a 30-day Networking Challenge Planner; and an Inspiration Deck to sustain momentum.
Where is it happening?
For venue information, Please contact us: [email protected], New Orleans, LA, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
USD 797.50 to USD 911.31
