The problem this workshop addresses
- Networking starts with job-title summaries people forget.
- Participants sound polished but not human.
- People need a short intro they can actually say out loud.
Who this workshop is for
Students, early-career professionals, professionals changing roles, and conference attendees.
- People who dislike elevator pitches
- Career-service teams supporting networking
- Groups preparing for interviews, events, or conferences
What participants leave with
- Build a talent-stack introduction
- Turn chronology into a contrast story
- Rehearse a 60-second introduction
Client voices from related work
Selected from approved client testimonials that match the theme of this workshop.
“Maik had a fantastic feel for the people in the room and simply radiated energy throughout. I was astounded and surprised by how easy it seemed for Maik to invite, include and excite everyone in our diverse workshop group.”
“I was surprised about the effective and thorough workshop follow-up, something I have not experienced before. The online sessions were run as if everyone were in the same room again. No death-by-powerpoint, but real interaction!”
“Maik was our Coach & facilitator for "Leader as Coach" program. He has fabulous observations - precise and insightful; and works in a collaborative and flexible way. I highly recommend Maik for high individual impact as well as a leader.”
What gets practised
- Talent Stack
- Contrast Story
- Sharper introductions
Workshop flow
Replace job-title intros with a talent stack
Build a contrast story
Add sharpness with numbers and labels
Rehearse and refine the intro
Typical use cases
- Career services
- Student leadership
- Conference preparation