Professional Relations Master Classes

You may have a business plan, a marketing strategy but do you have a networking/client relations strategy that brings these together and supports them? Are you and your colleagues working in synch or in different directions when networking?

These Master classes are presented by Schmooze’s founder, Phillip Jones drawing on his years of running Schmooze, and consulting across sectors to organisations and indivduals.

Participants will be asked to nominate issues or challenges in advance they wish Phillip to cover in each session and will also receive a range of resources and learning materials to support them in their ongoing networking.

Phillip provides insights into the following and more:

• how to address challenges in your interpersonal skills
• how networking can be used
• using online tools to discover opportunities, position your expertise and maintain relationships
• as a marketing or PR tool
• personal branding- both online and real world
• how to use social media for professional and business networking
• how to assess the value of contacts, networking groups or events
• strategies and tactics for internal and external forms of networking
• how to be systematic in your follow-up of contacts
• how to ensure you get value from your investment of time and money from your networking
• how to ensure you have the right mix of short/ medium and long term cultivation and maintenance of professional relations
• putting together a game plan to drive it all in an effective and measurable way.

Register Interest Now

Only four sessions will be offered each year with a maximum of 10 participants for each to ensure a personalised experience.To enquire about when the next of these events will run please contact Phillip at: phillip@twodegreesgroup.com.au

The sessions can also be run in-house by special arrangement.

Investment

• Individual Session: $150 incl GST / $95 incl GST for Schmooze members

About Phillip

Phillip Jones, is a recognised professional networking expert and is often invited to speak on a range of related subjects, as well as publishing regular articles on all aspects of professional and client relations.

In 2011 alone he has presented for the Australian Business Arts Foundation, Deloitte, Canberra Business Point, University of Canberra, Australian Computer Society and Questacon's Invention Convention.

Drawing on his many years of running professional networks, as well as working in roles in both the public and private sector, he will ensure you have the skills, strategies and confidence to foster rewarding professional relationships.

“Phillip has provided outstanding service to me through his many faceted services. Initially with introductions and networking in the ACT market and later with Government advice and guidance. In particular his support with understanding the vagaries of engaging with the Federal Government and Grants' process. In summary a professional of outstanding capability and credibility.” Michael Holzer, CEO Aperium

“Phillip Jones is one of the best B2B connectors in Australia today. He's really easy to get along with because he is real, knows his stuff and a pleasure to do business with. His knowledge of private business and government agencies is phenomenal. There is not a time when I have a business challenge and Phillip would say "hey, you should talk to 'this person', they'll be able to help you" Thanks again Phillip for your continuing contribution to the business market in Australia and wish you all the best. String Nikolic, Business & Marketing Consultant at LaptopArchitect.com

“Phillip is a master at building relationships that are based on trust and synchronicity. His knowledge of the Canberra business community is astounding and he generously shares what he knows. His keen eye for collaboration opportunities has helped my business to grow. If you want to get in touch with the right people to get your project off the ground, Phillip is your man." Sheree Henley, Director, Talking Tactics

Also available: Bespoke networking Strategies

In addition to the Series, Phillip can be engaged through his personal company, Two Degrees Group. Working discretely with only one client at a time, you can receive a strategy including personalised training/coaching and an integrated social media, networking and event program over a three week period for both individuals and companies. 

For an obligation free consultation, please contact him via phillip@twodegreesgroup.com.au

Two Degrees Group provides expertise on:

• The design and management of professional and social networks for organisations including government departments, professional associations, not-for-profit sector and private companies.
• Two Degrees Group can also advise on existing networks on how best to leverage them or give them a new lease of life.
• The development of strategies that ensures your networking activity drives your marketing, staff development, or business goals.
• Discreet professional intermediary services that facilitates mutually rewarding business relationships.