Ready to build a network that helps move your career forward?
Networking doesn’t have to mean working a room, asking someone for a job, or reaching out only when you need something.
This self-directed course gives you a practical approach to building and strengthening your network through meaningful conversations – whether you’re looking for work, exploring what’s next, or creating opportunities for career growth.
Building Your Network: Strategies to Drive Engagement and Impact Through Conversation
Who this is for
If any of these sound like you, you’re in the right place.
You know networking is important, but you’re not sure where to start
You feel uncomfortable reaching out or worry you’re bothering people
You’re looking for work and want to uncover opportunities beyond online applications
You want to build relationships (internally or externally) that support your career development
What’s included
1-hour, 15-minute video course
Go at your own pace, complete the exercises along the way, and revisit the course whenever you need a networking reset.
Practical exercises
Move beyond simply learning about networking by identifying your contacts, challenging what may be holding you back, and beginning to build your own networking strategy.
A copy of my #1 best-selling book
Cultivating Career Growth: Navigating Transitions with Purpose
(This will be mailed to you after course registration.)
Everything you need, at one price.
$125 CAD + HST
Immediate access. Lifetime value.
- 1-hour, 15-minute video course
- Practical exercises throughout
- A copy of my #1 best-selling book
What you’ll
learn
In just 1 hour and 15 minutes, you’ll get practical strategies and exercises to help you tell your story and communicate your value.
Immediate access. Lifetime value.
01
Understand why networking matters at every stage of your career
Discover how conversations and relationships can help you find opportunities, gather information and support your career growth – regardless of your role, level or sector.
03
Look through your network – not just at it
Identify who is already in your network and consider who they may be able to connect you with as you expand your reach.
05
Follow up in a way that strengthens relationships
Learn how to show appreciation, stay connected and keep relationships going beyond a single conversation.
02
Move past the beliefs that make networking feel uncomfortable
Recognize the assumptions that may be keeping you from reaching out and develop a more confident approach to making connections.
04
Prepare for networking conversations that have purpose
Know who to approach, how to reach out, what to ask and how to prepare so your conversations feel natural and useful.
06
Network confidently in different environments
Develop strategies for making meaningful connections at events, through social media, and within your own organization or industry.
Meet Your Guide
Hi, I’m Michelle Schafer
Hi, I’m Michelle Schafer: Career coach, author, and speaker. I help professionals navigate change, find clarity, and land energizing work they’re excited about.
I’ve seen again and again that opportunities often begin with a conversation. Networking isn’t about asking people for jobs – it’s about building genuine relationships, learning from others and creating connections that can open doors throughout your career.
Start Building Your Network — One Conversation at a Time
You don’t need hundreds of contacts.
You need a strategy for starting meaningful conversations, strengthening relationships
and continuing to grow your network over time.
Immediate access. Lifetime value.