Developing Professional Networks

Do you struggle to "get" networking?

Are you frustrated that small talk feels so difficult?

Do you wish you could make networking feel easy and natural?

Introducing...
The Developing Professional Networks Masterclass

The good news is it is possible to:

  • Develop the communication skills to network effectively
  • Manage your energy and intentions, even when you are naturally introverted
  • Network within your values, without any feeling of sleaze...

Using strategies that are evidence based, researched and proven to work, you can learn to communicate effectively, contribute to a network and connect with your colleagues.

Get a real sense of achievement when you make a valuable and meaningful connection.

What do you get?

I could talk about networking for hours but you're busy. I know you'd like me to transfer what I know directly into your head but...

What about I do the next best thing and distil the best bits of my experience into a 90 minute masterclass? Then let me chunk that down some more so you can watch or listen to just the bit you need, right now. Here's what you get:

  • The benefit of 30 years of experience as a successful research academic, coach and professionally credentialed trainer, distilled into a short series of videos.
  • A masterclass in how to feel more confident while connecting meaningfully with colleagues, all edited into bite-sized videos you can easily digest.
  • Each of the videos displays slides with an audio track expanding on the detail, explaining ways to apply the learning. 
  • Videos are subtitled - watch where and when you want. Subtitles mean it's easy, even when commuting.
DPN Introduction
Masterclass Distilled
In 90 mins you get the benefit of 20+ years experience.
DPN-2-Planning
Plan Well
Clarify what you want from a meeting, who to connect with and what to ask.
DPN-3-SmallTalk
Make Small Talk
How to prepare well so that conversation becomes easier and feels more natural.
DPN-4-IntroduceYourself
Introduce Yourself
Have several different ways to introduce yourself and your work, what you want and what you can offer.
DPN-5-Anxious
Manage Anxiety
Accept that a little anxiety is normal and learn techniques to make it work for you!
Cover - Workbook - Developing Professional Networks - TFU - 3D spiral
Slide content for reference
Any time you need a reminder, refer to the slides.
DPN-6-Summary
Subtitled
Watch where and when you want. Subtitles make it easy.
Margaret Collins

“The style of presentation is accessible and engaging. Margaret's background as a successful academic herself means that everything was not only pertinent, but also delivered in a meaningful way for new researchers. Full of practical advice that we can implement. ”

Margaret Collins

“I love the way this combines practical exercises with short recaps of most relevant advice and tricks.

I enjoyed the course, it was well presented and structured. The highlight for me was to learn how to deal with anxiety.”

Mind-body link

I know it might feel impossible but the first step is to stop and reflect. When simply turning up and doing more of the same isn't working for you, you know you need a better plan. What can you do?

This gives you the tools to align your intentions, your ability to communicate and the message you want to share.

  • Start with clear intentions about what you want from networking.
  • How do you network in ways that feel more natural and ethical?!
  • What you need to feel good during the process?

Dr Margaret Collins 
Former Academic and researcher.

For many years as a researcher I was comfortable knowing I was good at what I did. I got on with my job and worked to get good results.

I didn't feel comfortable networking - I guess I believed that if I did good work, someone would notice. It didn't feel right to reach out. I preferred to stay out of the spotlight.

I eventually realised that keeping a low profile wasn't serving me well.  

It took me time to understand how to network well. I learned to communicate confidently, with integrity and authenticity. This wasn't about "blowing my own trumpet" as much as getting out of my own way. It was helping myself and my colleagues get clear on the value of what I did and what I knew. It was being brave enough to ask for what I needed.

I know you probably don't feel it will work for you but, like learning how to drive a car, we can master one skill set at a time until we get there.

So let me share with you what I've learned...

  • from 20+ years as a researcher and Senior Lecturer
  • from 20 years experience as a trained professional coach
  • after delivering training workshops for thousands of happy clients

I've invested decades in learning, in reading and applying the strategies and tools I will share with you, so you can gain the benefits.

Your coach, Margaret Collins

I used to think that "confident speaking" was a gift some had - and I didn't.

I learned it was a skill set I could identify and implement, one step at a time.

You will be amazed that you could even enjoy this. The sense of achievement when you realise you can do this, you have done this and others are looking at you as their role model... just so satisfying!

Sign up now for £27
If you are ready to seriously reflect on developing your professional network in ways that feel authentic and ethical, save yourself the stress and frustration of doing it all alone. 

Got Questions?

These are some of the questions people most frequently ask me:

Will this really work for me?

These tools work. Some tools will suit you better than others. If you watch the video and apply the learning, things will change for you. If you make time to use them you will see the results for yourself. 

How long will it take to cover the content?

I've distilled the content into short sections. The total viewing time is about 90 minutes but you can get benefits from watching even one video. The modular structure makes it easy to watch one section at a time.

Where can I watch the videos?

The videos are designed to work on any laptop, PC or mobile device. The videos are subtitled so you can watch without disturbing anyone else.

What if I'm not happy with my purchase?

I've described the content as honestly as I can. I use the strategies myself. I've shared this with thousands of clients who freely tell me how well it works for them. I believe many of these will work for you. If you have listened to the content, applied the strategies and you don't believe it's helping you communicate more effectively, please do email me, I'd love to help you get the results you want.