1. Networking Using Your Strengths

2. 1. Exchange Fresh Ideas
2. Gain Confidence
3. Find/Be a Mentor
4. Build Relationships
Why Networking?

3. Is networking
#awkward?
If you think networking is just
about awkwardly starting a
conversation with a stranger,
think again.

4. What if you could
network in accordance
with your strengths, in a
way that’s most
comfortable for you?
Tell me
more!

5. • Utilize the StrengthsFinder questionnaire, to determine
your strengths and your networking style.
• Review the 4 domains of strength and how they add
value to a team.
• Talk about how to apply your individual strength when
you are networking.
What we’ll cover today:

7. 4 Domains of Strength

8.  Each of these StrenghFinders domains is a guide to what to your
individual value-add may be on your team.
 Knowing your strengths is the first step to playing to your strengths when
you network.
What does this mean?

9. TAKE THE ASSESSMENT:
Next to each statement put the corresponding number response:
• 9 – Always True
• 6 – Often True
• 3 – Occasionally True
• 1 – Rarely / Not True
• On the second sheet put the responses for each question in the appropriate boxes.
• Calculate the row totals.
What is YOUR Strength?

10. You know how to make things happen. When you
get an idea you do what it takes to make it a
reality.
Strength 1: Executer

11. Networking tips:
• Launch a new project or initiative.
• Set networking goals and surpass them.
Strength 1: Executer

12. You are able to make your ideas heard and reach
a broader group of people.
Strength 2: Influencer

13. Networking tips:
• Identify influential people in your industry of interest, share
ideas with them and get their opinions.
• Take charge and create a group; you are able to get past
obstacles.
Strength 2: Influencer

14. You can be the glue that holds a team together. You have
the capability to create effective groups, due to your
ability to develop relationships and make collaborations.
Strength 3: Relationship Builder

15. Networking tips:
• Bring networking contacts together.
• Be in charge of welcoming newcomers to a group.
Strength 3: Relationship Builder

16. You are a visionary that can provide the scoop on what
could be, and are always thinking about the future. You
can provide an inspiration to produce better and newer
things and even people.
Strength 4: Strategic Thinker

17. Networking tips:
• Analyze and comment on other people’s ideas and
work.
• Express your thoughts when in conversations or group
discussions.
Strength 4: Strategic Thinker

18. Now
What?
Develop your Action Plan

19. 1. Rapport
2. Trust
3. Consistency
4. Results
Use YOUR strength in each networking stage..

20. Stage 1: Rapport

21. Stage 2: Trust

22. Stage 3: Consistency

23. Stage 4: Results

24. Lunch time!