K–6Civic Lab
Networking Skills
Build professional connections
OtisBefore you start
- Age band
- K–6
- Time
- 20–40 minutes
- Quest type
- Hanging Out
- Guardian
- Jorah · Salt Lake
- Materials needed
- Professional Business Card Holder
- Networking and Communication Skills Book for Teens
- Pocket Notebook for Contact Notes
Why this skill rocks
You learn how to talk to new people and make friends who can help you learn cool stuff or even find awesome opportunities! It's like collecting super helpful allies.
2034Where this could take you
You'll be meeting important people from all over the world at the Olympics, making connections that could lead to exciting jobs or projects after the games. You'll be a master connector, building bridges for big ideas.
What You'll Need
Optional materials for this quest.
Professional Business Card Holder
RequiredA slim, polished card holder you can keep in a pocket or bag — having a place to store the cards you collect at events makes follow-up much easier.
Networking and Communication Skills Book for Teens
RequiredA practical guide written for young adults covering conversation starters, body language, professional introductions, and follow-up strategies that build real relationships.
Pocket Notebook for Contact Notes
A small, durable notebook you can slip in a pocket to jot down names, conversation highlights, and follow-up reminders right after meeting someone new.