Part 1 - Networking
Traditionally networking was exclusively undertaken by
senior partners but now there is an expectation that all employees will
contribute to their firm’s business development. In its simplest form this
means networking, yet not all employees have had the necessary ‘soft skills’
training to enable them to do so.
This course will provide viewers with a detailed
introduction to the basics of networking and will offer guidance on how to
business network in the legal sector as, if handled correctly, this will result
in more clients and ultimately revenue for your firm.
Part 2 – PR
The world of PR is fast paced and ever changing but it can
offer a world of opportunity both on a personal and business level to those who
know how to use it successfully. This course will provide viewers with an
overview of the five major areas of PR which apply to the legal sector and an
understanding of the key concepts and principles which underlie good PR
practice.
This course will assist viewers realise their potential
through the development of key PR skills which can be utilised in real-life
business scenarios.
Delivered by experienced lecturer Sue Edwards, this course
will consider topics such as strategic public relations, dealing with customers
and stakeholders, the use of research to obtain an edge over the competition
and how to react in a crisis.