Reesby Academy · Career Skills
Networking With Purpose
Build genuine professional relationships that open doors.
About this course
Networking works best when it is generous, specific and sustained rather than transactional. This course covers how to plan your outreach, start conversations and follow up in ways that build lasting relationships. You'll finish with a simple networking plan that feels natural rather than pushy.
What you will be able to do
- You'll be able to define networking goals for your career stage
- You'll be able to write outreach messages that get responses
- You'll be able to hold informational conversations that add value to both people
- You'll be able to follow up and maintain relationships over time
Course outline
- Tools you'll need8 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizYou can network well with tools you already have, so the focus is on how you use them.
- Networking Mindset7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizGood networking starts from curiosity and generosity. When you focus on learning and helping, conversations become more natural and relationships last longer.
- Setting Networking Goals7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizClear goals keep networking focused and sustainable. Choose a small number of goals that fit your career stage.
- Reaching Out Well7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizA short, specific, respectful message is far more likely to get a reply than a long or generic one. Personalise every message you send.
- Informational Conversations7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizInformational conversations help you learn about roles, sectors and organisations. The aim is insight, not an interview, and a well-run conversation leaves both people better informed.
- Maintaining Relationships7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizRelationships fade without regular contact. Simple, periodic check-ins keep your network warm and make future conversations easier.
- Careers & next steps7 min · Lesson notes, example, action task · 2-question quizNetworking skills are valuable in many careers, especially those involving relationships with clients, colleagues and communities. These are common roles where they matter most.
- Final quiz and certificate10 questions, pass mark 8 of 10. Pass to get your Reesby Academy certificate with a verification link.