Networking Conversations & Introductions

Networking is a key skill in business. Being able to introduce yourself, start conversations, and build professional connections in English can open doors to new opportunities.

🤝 Networking Conversations & Introductions

🟢 1️⃣ Introducing Yourself

Polite & Professional Phrases:

  • “Hello, my name is [Your Name]. I work as a [Your Role] at [Company].”

  • “Hi, I’m [Your Name]. I specialize in [Your Expertise].”

  • “Nice to meet you! I’m [Your Name], and I’m interested in [Industry/Field].”

💡 Tip: Smile, make eye contact, and keep it brief — 15–20 seconds.

🟢 2️⃣ Starting a Conversation

  • “How long have you been with [Company/Organization]?”

  • “I really enjoyed your recent presentation on [Topic].”

  • “I noticed we share an interest in [Industry/Skill].”

  • “Can you tell me more about your work in [Project/Role]?”

💡 Tip: Ask open-ended questions to encourage dialogue.

🟢 3️⃣ Talking About Your Skills & Experience

  • “I have experience in [Skill/Industry], and I’ve worked on [Project/Task].”

  • “I recently completed [Course/Certification], which helped me improve [Skill].”

  • “I enjoy collaborating on [Type of Work] and learning new techniques.”

💡 Tip: Keep it relevant to the person you’re talking to and the context.

🟢 4️⃣ Polite Ending of a Networking Conversation

  • “It was great meeting you. I hope we can stay in touch.”

  • “Thank you for your time. May I connect with you on LinkedIn?”

  • “I enjoyed our conversation. Looking forward to talking again soon.”

💡 Tip: Always end on a positive note and leave a way to continue the connection.

📝 Quick Practice Exercise

Task:

  • Imagine you’re at a professional event. Write:

    1. A short self-introduction.

    2. One conversation starter question.

    3. A polite closing sentence.