10 Ways to Overcome a Fear of Networking
Help your teams feel more confident starting conversations, building professional relationships and making networking feel more natural.
Networking Shouldn’t Feel Like a Performance
This lunch talk helps participants understand the real reasons behind networking anxiety, reduce self-consciousness and learn how to start conversations comfortably.
They will discover how to build rapport, ask better questions, listen with genuine interest, follow up naturally and build confidence through simple, practical habits.
Commonly known as:
10 Ways to Make Networking Feel Easier
Know Your Triggers
Understand what makes networking feel uncomfortable.
Reset Your Mindset
Replace self-doubt with a more helpful perspective.
Prepare Simple Openers
Have a few natural conversation starters ready.
Set Small Goals
Focus on manageable steps, not perfection.
Use Better Questions
Ask open, thoughtful questions.
Listen Actively
Show genuine interest and make others feel heard.
Find Common Ground
Look for shared interests or experiences.
Manage Awkward Moments
Handle silences and tricky situations with ease.
Follow Up Simply
Keep the connection going with a short, friendly message.
Build the Habit
Practise regularly to grow your confidence.
Flexible Agenda. Practical Learning.
A practical lunch talk structure designed to deliver value in a short, engaging format. It can be adapted from 30 to 120 minutes.
Who Will Benefit Most?
Employees who avoid networking situations
Emerging professionals
Customer-facing employees
Team leaders and supervisors
Anyone who wants stronger professional relationships
Where These Skills Show Up at Work
Apply what you learn in real workplace moments and turn everyday interactions into meaningful opportunities.
Industry Events
Meet new people and make a lasting impression.
Internal Meetings
Speak up and contribute with confidence.
Client Interactions
Build stronger, more trusting relationships.
Conferences and Seminars
Start conversations and grow your network.
New Teams
Build rapport quickly and feel part of the team.
Career Conversations
Have more confident discussions about your goals.
Choose How Your Team Joins
Onsite
At your workplace or an arranged venue.
Virtual
Live, interactive online delivery.
Hybrid
A blended experience for distributed teams.
Tailored to Your Team
What We Can Adapt
- Company terminology
- Industry-specific examples
- Participant seniority
- Networking scenarios
- Internal and external networking
- Confidence challenges
- Available session time
- Desired outcomes
Audience
Adapted for your team’s roles, seniority and experience levels.
Examples
Use real-world examples from your industry.
Scenarios
Relevant networking scenarios for your business context.
Timing
Flexible session length to fit your schedule and objectives.
The core framework remains consistent while examples and activities can be adapted to your organisation.
Bringing Practical Lunch Talks to Teams Across Mauritius
We can deliver onsite at your premises, at an arranged venue, virtually, or in hybrid format depending on your team.
North
Grand Baie
Triolet
Goodlands
Pamplemousses
Central
Moka
Quatre Bornes
Vacoas-Phoenix
Curepipe
Port Louis and West
Port Louis
Beau Bassin-Rose Hill
Bambous
Flic-en-Flac
East
Centre de Flacq
Bel Air
Rivière du Rempart
South
Mahébourg
Rose Belle
Plaine Magnien
Training can also be delivered at other locations across Mauritius. Please get in touch to discuss your specific requirements.
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View Lunch TalkQuestions Teams Ask Before Booking
What is the purpose of this lunch talk?
To help participants feel more confident starting conversations, building professional relationships and making networking feel more natural.
Can you focus on internal networking?
Yes. We can focus on building relationships across teams and departments.
Who is this session suitable for?
Employees at all levels, from junior team members to managers and senior leaders, who want to feel more confident and comfortable in professional networking situations.
Can you focus on external networking?
Yes. Industry events, conferences and client interactions can be the focus.
How long is the lunch talk?
The standard session is 60 minutes.
Is this available onsite in Mauritius?
Yes. We can deliver this lunch talk onsite at your workplace in Mauritius and tailor the examples to your local context and industry.
Can the session be shortened or extended?
Yes. It can be adapted from 30 to 120 minutes.
Is virtual delivery available?
Yes. We offer live, interactive online delivery.
What are the 10 networking strategies covered?
Know your triggers, reset your mindset, prepare simple openers, set small goals, use better questions, listen actively, find common ground, manage awkward moments, follow up simply and build the habit.
Can we run the session in hybrid format?
Yes. A blended onsite and virtual session suits distributed teams.
Is this suitable for people who dislike networking?
Yes. It is designed for people who find networking uncomfortable, with simple and practical habits.
How many participants can attend?
From small teams to larger groups, onsite or virtual. Tell us your numbers when you enquire.
Does the session involve role-play?
It can include short practice activities, and the level of interaction can be adapted to your team.
Will participants receive learning resources?
Participants leave with a personal networking action plan from the session.
Is it suitable for managers?
Yes. Team leaders and supervisors are among the groups who benefit most.
Can examples be adapted to our industry?
Yes. We use real-world examples from your industry.
Is it suitable for junior employees?
Yes. Emerging professionals gain practical habits early in their careers.
How do we book the session?
Use the enquiry form below, or email [email protected].
Can the talk be customised for our organisation?
Yes. We adapt terminology, examples, scenarios, seniority and timing to your team.
What happens after we send an enquiry?
Our team will reply in less than one working day to discuss your goals, team context and preferred format.
Help Your Team Network With More Confidence
Give your people practical tools to start conversations, build relationships and feel more comfortable in professional networking situations.
Let’s Talk About Your Team
Tell us what you need and we will be happy to discuss your goals, team context and preferred delivery format.
Fast Response
We reply in less than one working day.
No Obligation
You can discuss your needs before deciding.
Tailored Approach
We can adapt examples and delivery to your team.