Network with Confidence

Networking has always been considered an essential part of any job search strategy or career advancement. Networking can even help you find unadvertised jobs/internships.

However, networking may not be everyone's cup of tea as it is sometimes associated with 'cheesy events', the idea of 'self-promotion' and can even be awkward for some people. Despite these connotations, networking skills are essential for building professional confidence and contribute to social well-being.

In this workshop, you will be introduced to principles, techniques and frameworks that will help you beyond just knowing more people, but building deeper connections built on mutual respect and trust. As more events are moving back to physical spaces in the new post-pandemic world, this physical workshop seeks to provide you with practice on how to network and make a lasting impression at physical events such as the upcoming NUS Internship Day 2022.

You will take part in interactive activities and role plays to immediately put into practice what you learn. At the end of this workshop, you will learn:

• How to make a great first impression
• Ways to strike up, continue and end conversations with ease
• Overcome anxiety in networking and develop confidence and presence
• Cultivate professional relationships

Learning & Development Specialist, NUS Centre for Future-ready Graduates

May Hua spent 15 years as strategic L&D partner in companies across logistics, FMCG and F&B sectors. In those years, her main focus was on implementing key learning solutions to empower employees' growth; develop their knowledge, skills, and capabilities to drive business performance. After spending 7 years lecturing in a local polytechnic, she joined NUS CFG to continue her desire to engage and empower young adults.

Assistant Senior Manager, Career Advisor, NUS Centre for Future-Ready Graduates

Audrey is currently practising as a Certified Career Services Provider (NCDA) and Career Facilitator (SSG-WSG). Her work experiences span across higher education, corporates and non-profits. Her current focus is partnering NUS students to build a strong foundation in their self and career awareness, and to achieve clarity of their life’s work and purpose.