Networking, not working?

Networking brings many benefits including new contacts and connections, knowledge, resources and support. And as a CIPD member it’s expected that you will build a network of contacts (Core behaviour ‘Passion for Learning, CIPD Profession Map). But in our busy lives, it can be a challenge to justify the time spent on networking, and to identify what is the return on investment. So how can you make the most of your networking activity?

This interactive and informal session will

• Identify the key stages of networking and how to manage them
• Discuss what helps and hinders effective networking.
• Build your network of local HR contacts and connections.

Speakers bio:

Krista Powell Edwards, Chartered FCIPD

Krista is an advocate of the power of the network, having gained many benefits from her networking, including client work with multinationals and several projects in the UAE. As important, she knows networking is a way to build connections and positive relationships that will provide support, resources and information for HR professionals.

Krista has been volunteering with the CIPD for over 20 years, and was chair of the Chester group and Merseyside and Mid & North Wales branches. Krista is an experienced HR professional who focuses on helping people perform effectively at work. Her previous roles include lecturing in International Human Resource Management and delivering ILM leadership programmes.

Krista has a Masters in Human Resource Management, is an ILM level 5 coach and Certified trainer of Neuro Linguistic Programming (NLP). She has recently finished writing her first book ‘Credible Human Resources: - The HR Professionals Toolkit for Influence and Impact’ to be published by Routledge.

Please note:

1. Reminder emails will be sent to you the day before, with a further reminder on the day of the event.
2. Photography and video production may be taking place at the event, and these images may be used in the CIPD newsletters.
3. By attending the event, you are giving your consent for your image to be used on any CIPD promotional materials.
4. As we are supplying refreshments, if you can no longer attend, please cancel your place either on Eventbrite, responding to this email.
5. This event may include an external speaker who has prepared their own presentation. Any views or opinions expressed by the speaker are their own and do not reflect those of the CIPD.
6. Please note that refunds for CIPD Non-Member tickets will only be available until 7 days prior to the event, any cancelled tickets after this will not receive a refund.
7. If you require any reasonable adjustments to enhance your experience, please get in contact with us by responding to this email and we will do our best to accommodate.