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Business networking etiquette seminar

EVENTS | November 18, 2016
STORY BY: EDITORIAL STAFF
Graduate students and postdoctoral scholars are invited to join the Graduate Studies Professional Development Center for a business networking etiquette seminar Monday, Nov. 21, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in the Thwing Center ballroom. Sandy Hyde, president and founder of the Etiquette School of Ohio, will lead the interactive seminar. Attendees will learn about:
  • Introductions;
  • Having a plan/setting goals;
  • Working a room;
  • Non-verbal communication awareness;
  • Remembering names;
  • Nametags;
  • Shaking hands;
  • Exchanging business cards;
  • Conversation skills;
  • Follow up;
  • Building a contact network; and
  • Holding a beverage glass and plate while standing at a cocktail party.
Participants should be in business casual attire. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be served. Registration for the seminar is . Graduate students and postdoctoral scholars can use the skills they learn at this event at the Fall 2016 Alumni Networking Night Tuesday, Nov. 29, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. in the Thwing Center ballroom.