Overview
Networking is more than just exchanging business cards about building meaningful connections that can open doors to new opportunities.
In this course, you’ll learn proven strategies to expand your professional network, nurture relationships, and leverage connections to advance your career. From mastering the art of introductions to effectively using platforms like LinkedIn, this course provides actionable insights for creating a strong personal brand and accessing hidden job markets. Whether you're looking to break into a new field, land your next promotion, or establish yourself as a leader, this course equips you with the tools to network with confidence and purpose.
Why you should Attend
Feeling stuck in your career because you don't know the right people? Learn how to build meaningful connections and unlock opportunities that can take your career to the next level!
Areas Covered in the Session
- Understanding the Power of Networking: Why building connections is essential for career success
- Building Your Personal Brand: Crafting a professional image that attracts meaningful opportunities
- Nurturing Professional Relationships: Maintaining and growing your network over time
- Leveraging LinkedIn for Networking: Optimizing your profile and using LinkedIn tools to expand your network
Who Will Benefit
- Students and Professionals on All Levels and Industries
Speaker Profile
Edi Hayes BHRM, MHRM, SHRM-CP, LSSYB
In a world where professional development is often overlooked, Edi Hayes, Founder, CEO, and Principal Consultant at HER CAREER CAFÉ, LLC emerges as a transformative space dedicated to empowering Black women in their career and supporting organizations that truly believe workforce development is key to long-term success.
Edi holds a bachelor’s and master’s degree in human resource management and is a Certified Human Resource Practitioner (SHRM-CP) with a Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification.
She lends her expertise as a global speaker, facilitator, and instructor serving colleges, universities, organizations.
Edi has 18 years of experience in Human Resources, becoming a recognized authority in Diversity & Inclusion and Talent Acquisition. She’s held various positions within HR at several Fortune 100 corporations.