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GenAI Networking Workshop
Last updated: Sep 29, 2026

2-Hour Professional Networking Bootcamp for Career Growth

This workshop gives you the exact words to use in your first message, a simple system for building 20 to 30 real connections in 30 days, and a way to stay in touch without it feeling forced.

⚠️ Limited to 100 Seats Max!
WORKSHOP DETAILS
Date
TBD
Time
TBD
Format
Live Online via Google Meet
Seats Filled
0/100 Registered
Certificate
Free Verifiable Certificate Included!
Investment
FREE
₹499
Alumni pitch scripts
Connection request templates
Monthly catch-up sequence flow
Reserve My Seat — Free
Scroll
85%
Of all jobs are filled through networking
5x
More likely to be hired via referral
10+
Cold networking templates provided
2hrs
Workshop duration
The Problem

Why generic connection requests get declined

These are the 4 most common networking mistakes we see in students — and all of them are fixable.

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Cold outreach fear

Reaching out to strangers feels awkward. Learn our low-stakes scripting framework that gets high response rates.

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Unfocused messaging

Saying 'please give me a job' gets ignored. Learn how to ask for advice or a 10-minute chat instead.

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No follow-up strategy

Connections fade if not nurtured. Learn the sequence that turns a connection into a professional advocate.

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Generic requests

Standard LinkedIn invites are ignored. Learn how to write customized 300-character invite notes.

What You'll Learn

What Will You Learn In This Program?

No fluff. Every minute is structured around practical action you can take immediately.

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Part 1

Networking Principles

30 min
  • Why most jobs are never publicly posted — and what that means for how you search
  • What networking actually means for a student with no connections — starting from exactly where you are
  • How to reach out to college seniors already placed in companies you want to join
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Part 2

Crafting Invite Notes

30 min
  • Writing a LinkedIn connection request that gets accepted and starts a real conversation
  • What to say in your first message to someone you have never met — simple and honest
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Part 3

AI Research & Referrals

40 min
  • How to ask for a referral without making it awkward or feeling like you are begging
  • Using AI to research a person before you reach out so your message is specific and relevant
  • Building a small but real professional network of 20 to 30 people over the next 30 days
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Part 4

Routine & Live Practice

20 min
  • How to stay in touch with people in your network without it feeling forced or transactional
  • Live task: everyone writes one real outreach message to one person during the session
The AI Rewrite

How Can This Program Transform Your Skills?

Click any bullet to see what a recruiter sees — and what you can write instead.

Before AI rewrite
After AI rewrite
▸Sent tailored 300-character notes introducing background and asking about senior projects.
▸Shared a Python script addressing a data issue, asking if they have any advice for new engineers.
The prompt that rewrote it
// AI prompt (Claude / GPT-4)

Rewrite this resume bullet using strong action verbs, specific metrics, and
concrete outcomes. Target role: [Job Title]
Original: "Sending empty connection invites to 100 people."
Keep it under 20 words. Use past tense. Start with a strong verb.
FAQ

What Do Students Frequently Ask?

How do I network with professionals if I am an introverted student?

Networking doesn't mean forced socializing. We teach an asynchronous, high-value networking strategy using LinkedIn and email. You will learn how to build deep connections through thoughtful written communication.

What is the best way to ask an alumni for a job referral?

Never ask for a referral in the first message. We provide a 3-step relationship-building framework: asking for specific advice, updating them on your progress, and finally requesting a warm introduction.

How can AI help me prepare for an informational interview?

You can use AI to generate highly insightful, non-generic questions based on a professional's LinkedIn profile and company background. This ensures you lead the conversation intelligently and leave a lasting impression.

How do I maintain my professional network over time?

We share a simple 'stay-in-touch' system that requires only 20 minutes a week. You will learn how to use AI to summarize industry news and send quick, value-add updates to your mentors and connections.

Is networking on Twitter/X effective for getting hired in India?

Yes, especially for roles in tech, design, and marketing. We show you how to curate your feed, engage with startup founders intelligently, and move public interactions into private DMs.

What should I say when I attend an offline networking event or meetup?

We provide an 'elevator pitch' formula and conversation starters that help you transition from awkward small talk to meaningful professional discussions without sounding overly aggressive or sales-oriented.

How do I leverage my college professors for career networking?

Professors often consult for companies or have vast alumni networks. We teach you how to demonstrate professional reliability in class and appropriately ask for industry introductions.
Ready to transform?

Your professional network can get referrals.

Join 100 students on TBD (TBD) and build connections with alumni who can refer you for open roles.

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