Networking

• Mens & Maatschappij
• Middelbare school
• vmbo, mavo, havo, vwo
• Leerjaar 2,3

NETWORKING

Welcome to this digital class on networking, specially tailored for your Changemaker action! This lesson wil deepen your networking skills. Have a blast!

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Who, what, where?

Okay, let's backtrack for a moment. Who are we again, and what are we doing here?

We are Team Changemakers from the United World College. You're on a social service journey with us for a couple of weeks. During these weeks, we reflect on who you are, what matters to you and how you can use your skills, knowledge, and personality to make the world an even more beautiful place.

We challenge you to become a 'changemaker' too: someone who actively brings about change in our society.

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Where were we?

Before we dive back into your project plan, let's recap what stuck with you from the kick-off and workshops. What have you learned since the start of the program? Type out everything that comes to mind.

What have you learned so far?

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Wow!

You are well on your way to becoming a true Changemaker! 

We at UWC Netherlands are already very proud of what you've come up with. Let's now zoom in on your network. Grab your workbook, and let's get started!

NETWORKING

You've already mapped out your own network. You know where to get your materials, knowledge, and expertise.

Now, let's take it a step further...

Why is networking so important?

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How big is your network?

Dunbar's theory

The English researcher Dunbar suggests that people have different layers in their network. Click on the numbers to see what each circle represents.

Understanding these layers can help you manage and nurture your network effectively.

These are your closest relationships, typically family and very close friends.

5

The next layer includes good friends who you might not interact with as frequently as your closest circle, but are still important.

15

This layer involves a big group of friends: class members, co-workers, team members. There's about 50 of them in this circle.

50

These are the contacts that are also in your network. They're not friends, but you often know them well: teachers, neighbors, your boss, your coach.

150

These are your acquaintances: you don't have frequent contact with them, but you do know them.

500

These are people you've seen around, but you don't necessarily know them personally.

1500

Grab your workbook!
How many people do you know?
Did you expect that many?

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Six handshakes 

Any idea what you can do with that network? We're going to let you experience it. You're only six handshakes away from meeting your idol!

Meer informatie: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Six_degrees_of_separation 

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Six handshakes 

Think of someone who seems unreachable for you. Do you have someone in mind? Okay! Now, open your workbook and look at your network. Where do you start? Who in your network might have a connection to that person? 

An example to help you get started: I would like to meet Harry Styles when he is in the Netherlands!

Informatie video (ENG): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a99ry70CnRs

Mom, works at a catering company.

Her boss, has a network in Amsterdam and probably knows an entrepreneur there.

Entrepreneur from Amsterdam, met someone who works at the Ziggo Dome at an event.

Employee at the Ziggo Dome knows Harry Styles' producer.

Harry Styles' producer knows... you guessed it ;)

Harry Styles!

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Fill in your list of materials!

Grab your workbook and go to your project plan. Create of check your list of materials. What do you need, and who will you ask?

Free tip: 

PRO tip:

Als je twijfelt of iemand jullie kan helpen, bedenk vast een tweede persoon: je plan B! Zo voorkom je verrassingen! 

Schrijf er ook een datum bij! Zo heb je een deadline en weet je zeker dat je iets op tijd kunt regelen!

Heb jij ook de digiles over Projectmanagement gevolgd? Dan weet jij hoe belangrijk die planning is!

Summing it up:

1. Just do it!

2. You have a 'no', but you can get a 'yes'.

3. Don't be afraid to ask for help!

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Now, let's continue

You know what materials you need. You know what your network looks like. You know which strangers or organizations you're going to collaborate with.

The next step is... making contact! Making contact can happen in many different ways. For example, approaching someone on the street, sending an email, or giving someone a call. Just a few examples that might be outside your comfort zone!

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Which zone are you in?

Click on the wheel and give it a good spin! In which zone does this form of making content fall for you? Is it your comfort zone, your growth zone or the danger zone?

Weet jij niet meer precies wat de zones betekenen? Kijk in je werkboek op pagina 3! Daar vind je meer uitleg over jouw comfortzone, groeizone en gevarenzone!

A little quiz:
How many youngsters do you think are a afraid to make a call?

1. 7%
2. 21%
3. 40%
4. 65%

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Making contact I

Now it's your turn. You're going to make contact with a stranger. You have chosen an organization that you want to contribute or collaborate with. With all these tips, you are ready to make contact.

And we will help you on the next slides.

Step 1

Who are you going to call?

 

More importantly...
Who do you want to speak to? 

Werkt jullie groepje niet met of voor een organisatie? Bedenk dat iets anders wat nu speelt om je heen. Bijvoorbeeld: een winkel bellen om te vragen of iets op voorraad ligt, een fietsenmaker om een afspraak te maken voor je fiets, iemand van marktplaats waarbij je iets op wilt halen.

Step 2: what are you going to say/ask?
Make notes!

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Making contact II

GIVE THEM A RINGGGGG!

Take the tips from the video:
1. Prepare well! Take notes: jot down questions and goals on paper and gather some information about the company before you make the call.

2. Just do it! Don't procrastinate. Grab your phone! This is probably the only time you get to do it in class today...

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Extra: The conversation I

Practicing a conversation

 

1. Think about who you are going to have a 
conversation with for your project. This can be someone from an organization or a stranger on the street. Ask yourself: what type of conversation is this? When and where does it take place? 

2. Prepare for this conversation just like you prepared for your phone call. What's your goal? What should you not forget? What compliments can you give the stranger? What prior knowledge do you have or need?

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Extra: The conversation II

Practicing a conversation

3. Now, let's have this conversation in pairs.
You be yourself, and your classmate takes on the role of the 'stranger'. Try to play out this conversation as realistically as possible.
3, 2, 1... ACTION! 

4. That was exciting to do, right? You can learn a lot from these practise conversations. Share your experiences and give feedback. How did the conversation go? What tips do you have, and, most importantly, what do you think went really well?

GOOD JOB!

We've reached the end of this lesson. You've truly delved into your network and even made some contact! You're another step closer to becoming a Changemaker. Well done! Until next time.

Team Changemakers!

Partners

We, too, collaborate with awesome partners and organizations. For this digital lesson, we want to say 'THANKS!' to Young Impact!