Make Networking Work. Getting Helpful with executive coach and author Heather Hollick.

Aug 21, 2019

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Whatever it is that most people think is networking - this "noisy events" and "what's in it for me?" - was NOT it!

GBD72 What is networking and what makes it work for everyone involved? Jennifer Gardner talks to teacher, coach, consultant and writer Heather Hollick. Based in Michigan, Heather works with ambitious professionals in the areas of networking careers, high performing teams and leadership development. She shares a wealth of practical tips for better career-building from her recent book "Helpful. A Guide to Life, Careers and the Art of Networking".

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WE DISCUSS:

* What networking is - and isn't.

* What motivates effective networkers.

* The other question is hidden in "What is networking?".

* The crucial importance of networking AT work, not just outside it.

OUR GUEST.

Heather Hollick is a teacher, coach, consultant and writer on a mission to make the world a better place to work. After teaching math and physics, high school and college students for seven years, she moved into the corporate world, where she spent more than 25 years in a variety of industries and organisational cultures. She now works with ambitious professionals in the areas of networking careers, high performing teams and leadership development. Heather is also the author of "Helpful. A Guide to Life, Careers and the Art of Networking". Connect with Heather on LinkedIn here.

FURTHER RESOURCES.

* Boost your Networking skills and get a CPE credit with this MBAexpress online course: "Networking - Building a Stronger Professional Network". It's now available for purchase from the AICPA Store website.

* There's also a cost-effective intermediate level video to help you create dynamic first impressions - and much more. "Step Away From the Wall: Networking When You Are The New Guy (or Girl)". This is available to purchase from the CGMA Store website.

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