In-house course
Networking for architects
Who is this course for?
This course is for partners and directors of architectural practices, as well as senior staff who find themselves meeting new people and needing to impress them, on behalf of their practices.
What is the purpose of the course?
Architectural businesses thrive on sustainable and authentic relationships. Strong personal connections improve business opportunities and are more rewarding – both personally and professionally. Talking to strangers and engaging them in a conversation that allows a potential professional relationship to develop, is not something that comes naturally to most architects. For many, ‘networking’ and ‘selling’ are the two most uncomfortable aspects of marketing.
This course is designed to give participants practical tools with which to confront the fears and obstacles inherent in a networking environment and to make networking a constructive, if not fun experience – both professionally and personally.
Course format
This is a half day course. It combines theory with practical applications, using architectural case studies, group activities and discussions to ensure full participation and relevance to real life. A group of 10 to 12 delegates is ideal. A printed, bound set of courses notes will be given to each delegate.
Topics covered
• Networking for Architects; which approaches are most effective?
• Self-confidence, sincerity and positive presentation
• Working a room
• Finding the right balance between social and professional engagement
• Business Culture; which networks work for which sectors and environments?
• Self-assessment: how flexible and open-minded are you?
• Intercultural connections, adjusting your style for different audiences
• Simultaneously hosting and making connections
• Following up and developing the new connections
• Personal action list
CPD
All our courses address the RIBA CPD requirements for either Project or Practice Management.
Cost
The cost of this course is on a sliding scale, depending on the number of delegates:
Up to 9 delegates: £1,250 + VAT per day
10 to 12 delegates: £1,500 + VAT per day
13 to 15 delegates: £1,750 + VAT per day
16 delegates: £2,000 + VAT per day
Preparation time needed to tailor the course to your specific needs will be agreed with you in advance and charged at our standard day rates, available on request.
Course director
Daphne Thissen
For further information please call Beverley on 01245 506114, or email training@colander.co.uk
