Lesson Plan
Building Connections
Students will learn and practice professional networking skills—including crafting conversation starters, exchanging business cards, and drafting follow-up messages—by creating three starters, completing two speed-networking rounds, and writing a personalized follow-up.
Networking proficiency boosts career opportunities and confidence, teaching students to forge relationships essential for internships, jobs, and lifelong growth.
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Materials
Prep
Teacher Preparation
10 minutes
Step 1
Introduction & Objectives
5 minutes
Step 2
Conversation Starter Brainstorm
10 minutes
Step 3
Networking 101 Presentation
15 minutes
Step 4
Speed Networking Practice
20 minutes
Step 5
Debrief & Follow-Up Drafting
10 minutes

Slide Deck
Networking 101
What Is Networking?
Why Networking Matters
Networking Etiquette
Crafting Conversation Starters
Business Card Best Practices
Effective Follow-Up Strategies
Putting It All Together
Next Steps & Resources

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