Socializing and networking at work can be uncomfortable for many of us in our own language – and when English isn’t your mother tongue it can be even more stressful!
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WHO’S IT FOR?
This practical seminar is suitable for all professionals needing to grow in confidence when making small talk, socializing and networking in English. By sharing simple tools, practical techniques, and building your confidence, this seminar will help you expand your personal and professional network, and give you more confidence when meeting and making conversation with others. It’s easier than you might think!
By the end of this practical seminar you will have:
- thought about how other cultures behave when making small talk, socializing and networking
- reflected on your individual strengths and weaknesses when socializing and networking in English.
- acquired practical tips, tricks and techniques for making small talk, socializing and networking in English.
- learned common diplomatic phrases and approaches for small talk in English
- built a time-saving language toolbox for socializing and networking with international partners.
- grown in confidence when socializing and networking in English
WHAT’S COVERED IN THE TRAINING?
- Understanding yourself in a socializing and networking context.
- Showing interest in others.
- Starting conversations with simple icebreakers and small talk.
- Being a great listener.
- Putting others at ease and keeping conversations going in English.
- Using authentic questioning techniques to create more meaningful conversations.
- Asking for what you want without feeling pushy or fearing rejection.
- Key language and structures for being entertained and entertaining others.
- Meeting the people you want to meet.
- Entering conversations already in progress and introducing others.
- Leaving a conversation.
- Following up to get what you need.
- Networking via social media in English.
“I fully appreciate that the unpredictability of social and networking events makes some people nervous – and doing it in a foreign language makes it even tougher! Our goal is to give you practical strategies and tips to help you relax and focus on the people you are talking to – and help you worry less about your English.”
Matt Schmid
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