Networking Unlocked: Why, How and Where.

**Networking Unlocked: Why We Connect, How We Do It, and Where It Happens**

Networking is often described as essential to career and business success. But for many of us, it can feel awkward, exhausting or intimidating.

In this interactive workshop, we will take networking back to basics and explore how to build connections that feel natural, authentic and useful.

We will explore:

* **Why we connect**: What professional relationships offer beyond an exchange of business cards.

* **How we connect:** Practical communication skills and approaches that work for different personalities and ways of thinking.

* **Where we connect:** From formal events to cafés and community spaces—and how the setting can shape a conversation.

* There will be time to practise, too. In a supportive, low-pressure setting, you will try introductions, conversations and follow-ups for yourself.

* **Who’s it for?** Anyone who wants to feel more confident networking, including job seekers, founders and professiona