Description
Book SynopsisSimon Phillips is an author, trainer and coach who is an expert in teaching people how to network and in running his own networks. He has run sessions on Mastering Networking with networking groups, at SME events, in Universities and at corporate events. His corporate clients include Accenture, easyJet, O2 and Lloyds TSB.
Simon Ellinas has been a professional cartoonist for thirty years. His work has been published in many national newspapers and magazines as well as advertising campaigns and books. He is also a regular on the entertainment caricaturing circuit drawing guests at corporate parties and events.
Trade Review"A fantastic 'go-to' guide to help business professionals deal with the increasingly important challenge of networking within the digitally-enabled commercial world. Easy to read, aided by illustrations and provides an excellent amalgamation of thinking from a wide range of experts. I will certainly be recommending the book to consultants as a way to differentiate themselves as effective networkers in a growing and noisy marketplace." * Tony McNeill, Founding Principal, B2E Consulting *
"Packed full of ideas and tools to help you build an effective network, grow your business and build your reputation." * Christina Bush, Chairman, Reading and West Berkshire – Federation of Small Businesses, and Director, Social Facilitators *
"This book is the best investment in networking you can make" * Kevin Garrett, Director, Social Facilitators *
"Very practical and yet motivational at the same time" * Vanda North, Founder, Mind Chi Ltd *
"The Complete Guide to Professional Networking outlines strategies, practical techniques and exclusive tips from some of the world's most successful networkers to achieve powerful results. The author, Simon Phillips, presents his ideas in an engaging style that makes it accessible and helpful to all readers, whether they are networking novices or experienced professionals looking to utilise their networks more effectively." * Business Ireland *
Table of Contents
- Chapter - 01: What is networking?;
- Chapter - 02: How big should my network be?;
- Chapter - 03: What’s your networking style?;
- Chapter - 04: How to work the room in five easy steps;
- Chapter - 05: Tools for the job;
- Chapter - 06: Building your reputation online;
- Chapter - 07: How to network effectively at work;
- Chapter - 08: The networking scorecard;
- Chapter - 09: The complete professional networker;
- Chapter - 10: Mobilizing your network
