What did the participants think of the training courses?

A few words from a few participants say more than all other pages on this website.

“Who needs networking?” was my first reaction when my attention was drawn to the Smart Networking workshop of the Networking Coach. But my prejudice turned out to be false. Quickly it became clear to me that my own network would reveal its secrets more rapidly if I invested more time in it. The coaching, tips and tricks afterwards helped me a lot to keep my focus.”
Jan De Vooght, Regional Manager North & West Africa – Siemens ICN Enterprise Networks (Telecom)

"The training course for our management team was an absolute eye opener and is full of practical tips. It is more about "giving" and "sharing of information" or with other words about adding value for others. Receiving follows as a logical consequence. In the training course we learned to deal in an integer way with something that has sometimes a negative connotation: networking."
Bart Sneyers, General Manager België, Nike (Sportswear)

“The Everlasting Referrals training course has inspired us tremendously. In the meanwhile we haven't rested on our laurels: we have integrated several ideas in our new website, business cards, marketing material en our Sticky Story; later on we will start with a newsletter and look what we can offer for free; and we became member of some new clubs. Hence we experienced this training course as immediately applicable. Many thanks!"
Paul van der Steen, Managing Director MCN (Supply chain and Operations Consulting & Implementation)

“This workshop is a very useful investment of your time for two reasons: on the one hand the fundamental insights in networking are offered in a professional ŕnd original manner. The content is presented in an interactive and compelling way (this keeps hold of your attention, especially after a long working day). On the other hand, networking opportunities are created and stimulated on the spot and have instant results!”
Greet Pipijn, Managing Director, Emotionele Intelligentie Instituut (Training)

“Networking, everybody does it, but only a few do it in a professional way. Jan gave me a totally new angle and a new attitude “Sharing is growing”. Result guaranteed, whatever function you have in an organisation.”
Jan De Boeck, purchaser Alcon and freelance trainer (Pharmaceutica)

“Very interesting training about different elements of networking. I became more aware of new networking opportunities and am already putting them into practice. Very useful to activate and expand your own network in the long and short run.”
Cyriel Kortleven, Office Manager COCD (Training and consulting)

“The exchange of networking experiences with the other participants appealed to me very much. It struck me that we all had the same problems and questions. And we also found solutions through discussing them with each other and with Jan Vermeiren. I also enjoyed the balance between knowledge transfer on the one hand and interaction and exercises on the other. We ran out of time before I realised it. Definitely a recommendation!”
Bert Verdonck, Managing Director Bioptimo (Biometrics)

“Networking doesn’t have to be a heavy task if you try to establish contacts with the right attitude. I especially benefited from filling in the personal action plan. A second point is that the e-mails after the course keep you awake and don’t let you get sidetracked. Well done!”
Inge Dom, HR Business Partner Alcatel (Telecom)

“To the point, structured and packaged in a nice seminar, that’s my definition of this networking course. The fact that Jan is not afraid to correct and help experienced businessmen is a strong argument for recommending this networking training. I wish you all the best and “let’s tell the world about it”: you can count on me to do this!”
Harry Van Hest, Managing Director Harpo (Presenters, Animators, Events)

After one of the network training courses for our company, I'm more focused on networking than before and it already pays off! I consciously expand my network, I am more open to meet other people or to talk with them and I participate more actively and more regularly in events where I meet more and more the same people which allows me to build my professional relationships faster. Networking works!"
Saskia Delaplace, Regional Account Manager of one of the largest mobile telephone operators in Belgium (Telecom)

“This workshop gave me a totally different point of view on networking and what I thought it was. Being social and know lots of people is definitely not good networking! The examples from real life made this clear very quickly. Professional networking requires some effort in changing attitudes, but with the tips and tricks of the workshop this can be immediately put into practice and with great results!”
Michele De Saedeleer, ExxonMobil (Petro-Chemical)

"I have met many individuals who claim to be experts in Networking but few have the ability to impart the skills necessary to become good at it. Jan however does have both the expertise and ability to enable individuals to grasp the fundamentals so necessary in to day's challenging commercial climate. His advice is good, his interest in the subject is well founded and his knowledge will influence and define best Networking practises for those wise enough to listen."
Andrew Widgery, UK Country Leader Ecademy (Worldwide Networking Organisation)

This reaction is from someone who hasn't followed a training course, but who met Jan at an event:

"Dear Jan,
I'd like to thank you, because seeing you in action has opened my eyes about how many unnecessary prejudices I still have about anything that resides under the term "selling" - inclusive networking, what I saw as one of the worst forms: selling myself ...
But when I saw how you acted and interacted last night, I realised networking can be done in a different way. I realised it is about sincere interest for other people - and I also realised that when you have the right attitude and mindset networking can be fun, sincere and useful.
So thank you very much for showing me what networking is really about - to use Covey terminology: you have caused a paradigm shift with me!

Are you still hanging back from taking part in a workshop or training session? The participants who have contributed their comments would love to tell you more about their experiences. Contact the Networking Coach and you will receive their contact details.