Jagan Institute of Management Studies organized a guest session during the Orientation Week on 6th July 2024 on the topic “Networking & Building Professional Relationships" by Mr. Pratyush Rahul, Global Head HR at Tech Mahindra. The session began with an engaging keynote by Mr. Pratyush, who highlighted the importance of building a professional network that goes beyond just collecting business cards. He emphasized the need to focus on authenticity, mutual support, and long-term relationships rather than short-term gains. Students were encouraged to approach networking as a two-way street, where both parties offer value to each other, fostering trust and reciprocity. He made students understand the importance of key networking skills, including effective communication, active listening, and leveraging digital platforms like LinkedIn. One of the key takeaways was the power of personal branding and how to present oneself confidently both online and in person.
The session was both engaging and enlightening, imparting valuable insights to the students with key deliverables to mark their future.