Build your Networking Confidence

Home / Events / Build your Networking Confidence

Share event:

Description

Maximise your opportunities when networking for business, by learning how to articulate your value.

Whether you are a seasoned professional or new to networking, this workshop will equip you with tools to
build stronger connections, refine your communication, and master the art of creative conversations.

Delivered in partnership with Generation Next, expert Fiona Duncan-Steer will share valuable tips and techniques on how you can maximise your opportunities at networking events and beyond. You will gain insight into how to develop your communication skills through creative conversation and purpose filled strategy. Fiona will also provide some of her golden nuggets to ensure you are not only the best version of yourself when representing your brand or organisation, but that you also leave a lasting impression, enjoy the experience and have the confidence to work the room like a pro!

This workshop will be interactive, fun and super engaging, incorporating both individual and group practice, relevant ice breakers, and it will provide a powerful reflective session and a chance to ask questions.

Overview

Who should attend?
This workshop is perfect for young professionals who want to improve their confidence and networking skills.
Ideal for start up’s and established business owners and students who wish to expand their confidence and ability to network both in-person and online to maximise opportunity.

What's covered:
• Confidence & Mindset – Nerve Busters!
• Practical Preparation Techniques
• Ice Breakers, Conversation Starters + Exit Strategies
• The Art of Conversation & Creative Questioning
• The Power of Storytelling
• Body Language + The Handshake
• Networking for Introverts
• Become Pitch Perfect
• Networking Online
• Work the Room Like a Pro!
• Maintaining Relationships at a Distance
• Networking Etiquette

Outcome

What outcomes will be achieved:
• Activate your communicative power skills
• Read body language, assess situations & spot a liar!
• Enter established conversation huddles.
• Exit a conversation politely & efficiently.
• Lead & facilitate creative conversations.
• Never ask ‘What do you do?’ again.
• Rate your handshake & that of others.
• Never forget someone’s name.
• Use LinkedIn as a networking tool.
And more…

Attendees of this event will receive a free invitation to an upcoming RSVIP networking event to practice putting their new skills into action!

Additional Information

This workshop is open to all young professionals.

This event is part of the Empower Programme: Developing Lasting Career Confidence and are open to all young professionals. View all events in this series below.

20 Jan | How to Become your Own Career Coach | Online

28 Jan | Personal Effectiveness Using the Power of Insights Discovery | Chesterfield
15 Feb | Overcoming Imposter Syndrome | Chesterfield

20 Feb | How to Get the Most Out of Mentoring | Online

This event is available for: Eligible SMEs

23rd February 2026

9:30am - 4:00pm

In-Person

East Midlands Chamber - Nottingham, Nottingham, NG2 1EP

This event is now fully booked. Please contact the event lead using the details below if you have any questions.

Members must Sign in / Register to purchase member only tickets

*All our business prices are excluding VAT at 20%.

For further information on this event, please contact Hannah Kerridge on 07741 163242 or email hannah.kerridge@emc-dnl.co.uk

Presenters & Panelists

Fiona Duncan-Steer

Learn more

Events

Our Services

Members

Events & Training

About

Description

Overview

Outcome

Additional Information

Presenters & Panelists

Fiona Duncan-Steer

You may also like

Selling for non-sales people

North East Derbyshire Bid Readiness Workshop

Generating and Winning New Sales

Branding, From Bland to Brilliant: Make Your Business Unforgettable