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The Ultimate Networking 101 Guide for International Students
Month 5: Crossroads - Decision Making
Objective: Take initiative in group settings, show leadership, and contribute meaningfully to expand your network.
Week
Activity Title
Activity Description
Expected Outcome
Reflection Prompts
Notes
1
Leadership Role in Small Settings
Volunteer to coordinate a part of an ongoing project or event within a club or group, such as managing a social media account or organizing part of an event.
Recognition for your organizational skills and potential for more significant leadership roles.
What challenges did you face, and how did you overcome them? How did this enhance your leadership skills?
2
Collaborative Engagement
Start a collaborative project involving multiple members of your network, such as a cultural exchange event or a professional workshop.
Strengthened connections and enriched networking experience.
Consider what dynamics emerged during collaboration. How did different backgrounds influence the project's outcome?
3
Networking Skills Enhancement
Participate in a virtual networking event or webinar related to your field. Aim to connect with at least two individuals and follow up afterward.
New professional contacts and insights into industry trends.
How effective were your networking strategies? What follow-up actions will you take to maintain these connections?
4
Virtual Networking and Communication Skills Development
Utilize free online resources to take a short course or watch a webinar on effective online networking, including professional online presence and virtual interaction etiquette.
Enhanced online networking skills and professional online profile management.
What key strategies from the course or webinar can you apply to improve your professional interactions online?
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