How to Network
For Better Business
Why Picking the Right Business Network and Networking Training Matters for You and Your Organisation
Networking Skills: Growing Profitable Relationships
Most people know they should network—but few know how to network and to do it well. Based on decades of experience in coaching, entrepreneurship, and building trusted business networks, I have developed the GOLD Framework for Networking.
It’s not about working the room. It’s about working with purpose and understanding your own personal preferences and style. The GOLD Networking Framework helps individuals and organisations build meaningful, and long-lasting professional connections.
Within your organisation I will work with you to:
- Recognise the impact of well-developed professional relationships – inside and outside the business.
- Understand how networks influence visibility, reputation, and access to opportunities.
- Shift perceptions of networking from informal ‘chat’ to purposeful, outcome-driven activity.
- Understand the differences between external business development networking and internal organisational networking.
- Explore barriers that prevent effective networking – confidence, clarity, time – and how to address them.
- Learn how networking supports collaboration, knowledge-sharing, staff engagement and retention.
- Understand your individual personal style and preferences and gain confidence in how to show up and connect meaningfully – online and in person.
- Build clear strategies for relationship-building aligned to individual roles and business goals.
- Learn how to follow up, track progress, and maintain professional networks over time.
Benefits for Your Organisation
Area | Outcomes |
Business Development | More qualified leads, increased referrals, greater reach. |
Team Engagement | Better internal communication, cross-department collaboration, higher morale. |
Leadership Development | Stronger presence, improved influence, confidence in external and peer settings. |
Staff Retention | Individuals feel more connected, visible, and valued. |
Culture | A shift towards openness, curiosity, and relationship-building across the business. |
Formats
- 1-hour GOLD Networking Essentials Workshop – for quick wins and mindset shifts
- 1:1 Coaching (3 sessions) – tailored support for founders, leaders, and professionals
- Custom programmes for organisations and teams – to include:
1. Diagnostic Assessment
We begin with a short internal survey (participants + 4 colleagues) to understand current strengths and challenges around business development, stakeholder engagement, and internal collaboration.2. Personality Profiling
Each participant completes a non-licensed Myers-Briggs style tool to highlight their communication preferences – helping us tailor the training and enabling them to network in a way that fits their natural strengths.3. Face-to-Face Training Day (up to 12 participants)
A full-day workshop that builds practical networking skills for relationship-building, business growth, and internal influence.4. 1:1 Feedback
Each participant receives personal feedback on their profile and how they showed up in the training.5. Follow-Up Coaching
A 1:1 coaching session via Zoom a few weeks later to embed learning and support application in real work contexts. Access to our online community for more resources and connections.6. Post-Programme Impact Report
You’ll receive a summary highlighting key themes, progress, and practical recommendations for ongoing development.
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