1.3 Networking in Person

Now that you’ve learned how to introduce yourself in formal and informal situations, and how to explain what you do for a living, it’s time to see how those skills can be put to use towards networking.

In this topic, you’ll learn what networking is, why it’s important, and how to successfully network in person.

After the video lesson…

Think about a time you ended a conversation in an awkward or ungraceful way.

What could you have said to that person to leave the conversation on a positive note?

Practice a polite, smooth exit to a similar conversation you might have in the future. Speak the phrases out loud – it’s good practice!