ESL Conversation Questions – Networking

A2 Level (Elementary)

1. What is networking?
2. Have you ever been to a networking event?
3. How do you meet new people in your job?
4. Do you have business cards? What do they look like?
5. How can meeting new people help your career?
6. What do you say when you meet someone new at work?
7. Do you use social media for networking?
8. How do you feel about talking to strangers?
9. What kind of people would you like to meet in your job?
10. Do you think networking is important? Why?
11. What do you do if you are shy at a networking event?
12. How can you make a good first impression?
13. Do you like to go to parties or events for work?
14. How do you keep in touch with people you meet?
15. What is the best way to introduce yourself?
16. Have you ever gotten a job through someone you know?
17. What would you wear to a business meeting?
18. How do you remember people’s names?
19. Do you prefer face-to-face meetings or online chats?
20. What is a good topic to talk about when networking?

B1 Level (Intermediate)

1. Discuss the benefits of networking in your field.
2. Share a story about a successful networking experience.
3. How does networking differ in various cultures?
4. What are the challenges of networking for introverts?
5. Discuss the role of LinkedIn in professional networking.
6. How important are language skills in networking?
7. What are some do’s and don’ts in networking?
8. Discuss the impact of networking on career advancement.
9. How has online networking changed the business world?
10. What are some strategies for effective networking?
11. Discuss the importance of follow-up after networking events.
12. How do business events facilitate networking?
13. Discuss the role of mentorship in networking.
14. Share your thoughts on networking within vs. outside your industry.
15. How do professional associations aid in networking?
16. Discuss the impact of personal branding on networking.
17. What are the ethics of networking?
18. How can you network effectively in a virtual environment?
19. Discuss the role of networking in entrepreneurship.
20. How do you balance personal and professional relationships in networking?

B2 Level (Upper Intermediate)

1. Analyze the role of networking in business development.
2. Debate the importance of networking in job hunting.
3. Discuss the impact of cultural differences in networking styles.
4. Explore the role of social skills in successful networking.
5. Analyze the effect of networking on innovation and creativity.
6. Debate the pros and cons of online vs. in-person networking.
7. Discuss strategies for overcoming networking anxiety.
8. Explore the significance of networking in leadership roles.
9. Analyze the role of networking in personal brand building.
10. Discuss the ethical boundaries in professional networking.
11. Explore the impact of globalization on networking practices.
12. Discuss the role of networking in cross-industry collaborations.
13. Analyze the effect of networking on professional growth.
14. Explore the dynamics of networking in large vs. small companies.
15. Discuss the future trends in professional networking.
16. Explore the role of alumni networks in career development.
17. Analyze the significance of networking in the tech industry.
18. Discuss the challenges of networking for remote workers.
19. Explore the role of networking in academic and research fields.
20. Analyze the impact of networking in the non-profit sector.

C1 Level (Advanced)

1. Critically analyze the concept of social capital in networking.
2. Explore the intersection of networking and corporate politics.
3. Discuss the role of networking in thought leadership.
4. Analyze the impact of cultural intelligence in international networking.
5. Evaluate the role of networking in crisis management.
6. Discuss the transformation of networking in the digital age.
7. Explore the ethical considerations in professional connections.
8. Analyze the role of networking in industry lobbying.
9. Discuss the impact of networking on organizational dynamics.
10. Evaluate the effectiveness of networking in different business models.

C2 Level (Proficiency)

1. Critique the socio-economic implications of networking hierarchies.
2. Explore the dialectical relationship between networking and corporate governance.
3. Debate the influence of networking on market monopolies.
4. Analyze the role of networking in shaping industry standards.
5. Discuss the paradoxes in networking ethics and personal integrity.
6. Explore the implications of artificial intelligence in professional networking.
7. Critically assess the role of networking in career stratification.
8. Debate the impact of networking on innovation versus conformity.
9. Analyze the interplay between networking and personal identity in the workplace.
10. Explore the influence of networking on global trade dynamics.