Networking for Sales Professionals
55mBeginner2018-02-02
Authors

Robbie Kellman Baxter
Founder of Peninsula Strategies LLC
Course details
Referrals and relationships are at the core of sales. They can be the difference between winning and losing a deal. That's why growing your network is so critical to your career as a sales professional. Networking can feel overwhelming, or even sleazy, but this course will teach you how to make the most of your time, energy, and effort. Join Robbie Kellman Baxter as she explains how to build and nurture your network. Find out about the seven types of people you need to know, the body language and mindset to attract connections, and specific tactics that really work. Plus, get tips on which events to attend, learn how to ask for referrals, and find out how to bridge the gap between professional networks and personal friends.
Learning objectives
Seven types of people to have in your network
Body language and mindset
Networking tactics
Working the room
Asking for referrals
What events to attend (or not)
Business networking with personal friends
Learning objectives
Seven types of people to have in your network
Body language and mindset
Networking tactics
Working the room
Asking for referrals
What events to attend (or not)
Business networking with personal friends
Skills covered
Sales SkillsJob SearchingSalesCareer DevelopmentDeep Dive (X:Y)
Concepts
0. Introduction
- 01 - Welcome
1. Defining Terms
- 02 - What is networking and why does it matter
- 03 - Seven types of people to have in your network
- 04 - Targeted vs. general networking
- 05 - Networking body language and mindset
2. Building Your Network
- 06 - Set your networking priorities
- 07 - Choose your networking tactics
- 08 - Establish your sales network
3. Ongoing Networking
- 09 - Nurture your network and commit to reciprocity
- 10 - How to work the room at a networking event
- 11 - How to ask for referrals
- 12 - Maximizing networking through LinkedIn
4. Special Challenges
- 13 - Networking events - To go or not to go
- 14 - Tips for the reluctant networker
- 15 - Business networking with personal friends
Conclusion
- 16 - Next steps
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