Speakers:
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Reg Friddle, Qualified trainer, coach and learning & development practitioner, Preferred Future.
Summary:
In this Webinar "Building Our Pharmacy Network," Reg Friddle emphasises the importance of networking in the pharmacy profession. They discuss the value that networking brings, such as countering isolation and promoting resilience, mental health awareness, learning and skill development, personal improvement, and career advancement. Reg Friddle encourages you to reflect on what they can gain and contribute to a network and addresses potential barriers to networking, such as limited time and fear of rejection. He provide’s strategies to overcome these barriers, such as building confidence, managing time effectively, and actively seeking opportunities.
He goes on to discusses the attitudes and behaviours of effective networkers, such as curiosity, willingness to learn and collaborate, and being proactive. He suggests specific networking opportunities within the pharmacy field, such as joining working groups and finding mentors, and highlights the importance of taking action and not waiting too long to engage in networking activities.
Reg Friddle shares practical ideas for networking and he also discusses virtual networking platforms, such as Health Mail and Twitter, and provides a networking action plan template to help individuals enhance their network.