Networking Resources

This is a Digital Story produced by a member of Colony Networking. Kirsty James shares Colony’s Speed Networking journey and how it has evolved since 2010 to incorporate different formats. More recently, Colony has adapted to the changing times and requirements for virtual solutions by introducing an online version to accompany its Face-to-Face Speed Networking format. The story includes event coverage and interviews to capture what it feels like to participate in a speed networking event and the benefits that attendees have experienced.

To see a snapshot and explanation of what Colony events offer, watch our 1 minute video introduction

Hear from Colony event attendees about how they have benefitted from events.

The first step when networking is to understand why you are networking. From there you can build your What, Where, When, Who and How.

Watch our 1 minute networking tip video

Do you value and protect your business connections data and how do you back up your Linkedin data?

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Have you reviewed and updated the social profile consistency or your online networking identity ?

Watch our 1 minute networking tip video

During this ‘In Conversation With’ live interview by Kalini Kent, Kirsty James, owner of Colony Networking, chats about the power of networking and communication in enabling personal and business growth.

The series of ‘In Conversation With’ interviews can be found at Conversations With Kalini Kent – YouTube

In this podcast, Kirsty James joins a panel discussion led by Beckie Taylor of Tech Returners to answer questions about Virtual Imposter Syndrome.

This podcast forms part of The C Word podcast series run by Tech Returners

Colony owner, Kirsty James, is interviewed by author, radio presenter and public speaker Karen Kelly. During this podcast on Red Shift Radio, Karen and Kirsty discuss networking tricks, tips and techniques.

The podcast is part of a series entitled Appetite for Life available at https://www.redshiftonline.org/appetite-for-life

Listen to the podcast interview on networking here

Contact details for Karen Kelly

Karen Kelly

Author-Radio Presenter-Public Speaker

Email: karenlindakelly@btinternet.com

Facebook: KAREN KELLY Author www.facebook.com/karenlindakelly

RedShift Radio: https://www.redshiftonline.org/scarlet-ladies

In this webinar, Kirsty James joins a panel discussion led by Beckie Taylor of Tech Returners to answer questions about Virtual Imposter Syndrome.

This video was provided by Tech Returners

It’s amazing what happens when you put open-minded people together, especially in business. The result recently was pure poetry – literally!

This is a networking introduction to Colony owner, Kirsty James, but done in a more creative way.

To read a short blog about how these creative introductions arose or to listen to the audio files instead, click the image below

In this podcast, Kirsty James is interviewed by Patricia Keating of UK Fast and Tech Manchester about her top tips for building successful business relationships which center around the ‘C’ word.

Top Takeaways:
– Why good business networks are vital for start ups and small businesses
– Knowing your ‘why’ to start networking
– How to maintain relationships after that first meetup
– The ‘C’ words you need to remember

This podcast forms part of Fast Forward podcast series run by Tech Manchester

In this webinar, Kirsty James is interviewed by Sally Penni MBE of Women in in the Law UK. Kirsty delivers a presentation on and answers questions about Effective Networking.

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This interview forms part of a series of Lunch and Learn webinar events run by Women in the Law UK

During this Facebook Live run weekly by Social Media Executive, Becs Bate chats to Kirsty James about her top tips for a blended networking strategy comprising social media, in-person and online networking.

This live interview forms part of a series of weekly Facebook Lives run by Social Media Executive which are featured on their YouTube channel