Performance Management Coaching

Self-Assessment – Abilities for networking, strengths and areas for development
Rate : 5= Always, 4= Quite Often, 3= Off and on, 2= Occasionally, 1= Never
(d'après Brilliant networker, Steven D Souza)

1. I an very confident in approaching strangers and people I do not know
2. I find it easy to make « small talks » to keep conversation going
3. I am assertive and confident in asking for what I want from others
4. I have an organised system that allows me to search and reach my contacts easily
5. I have a wide circle of friends which diverse backgrounds (age, interests)
6. I always try to speak as many people as possible during an event and not just the same person I came with or someone I know well
7. I enjoy having new experiences (e.g. going to new places, trying different cuisine)
8. I feel that I connect deeply and authentically with others and share appropriately about myself
9. I remember names and faces, including the same details of the people that I meet
10. I find it easy to ask for help when I need it
11. I share my contacts freely with others and do all I can to assist when I can
12. I am an active member of organisations, clubs and societies that contain thought leaders in my field of interest.
13. I take the time to connect regularly with each person in my network, especially when I don’t need something. I aim to send useful information or contacts that I think could assist people I know.
14. I use technology as a tool to help me connect with wider networks.

Score means

47-70 : strong if not yet a brilliant networker

23-46 : average good

14-22 ;: probaly new to networking

Even more important, identify your strengths and areas for development