Susan Bender Phelps

Networking is far more than calling everyone you know when you need a job, more clients, or just want to meet new people. Business networking is a powerful and efficient strategy for you to connect, develop meaningful relationships, expand your resources, and grow your business. No matter what your personality style is, you can learn to network effectively. Learn: • The nine principles of effective networking • Making your meetings memorable • How to speak powerfully about who you are and what you do • Getting the information you need from the people you meet • Creating a system to manage your network • Keeping your network vibrant • The art of acknowledgment • Evaluate whether you are networking in the right groups for you and your business • Leveraging the internet • Using your network to get things done

When you're on a ladder, all you can see is the behind of the person ahead of you. There is a broader, more effective way to get ahead. This talk is based on Susan Bender Phelps' powerful training programs. This engaging, entertaining yet practical presentation shows you how mentoring will fast-track your career. You’ll learn the basics: how to share your experience & expertise, give and receive mentoring, coaching and advising, communicate more effectively, give actionable feedback, and improve your work environment. Mentoring will allow you to grow and develop faster than experience alone – whether you are the mentor or the mentee. This program is perfect for front-line staff, leaders at every level of your organization, graduating seniors, and professional association conferences.

This inspiring presentation answers the questions of why people are so reluctant to step up to leadership roles, how to support them when they do, how to cultivate future leaders and how to attract, support and nurture your best and brightest. This program is perfect for executives, managers at all levels, professional associations, non-profits, and civic clubs.