SM-BNS-01 · Teaching Ecosystem
Business Networking &
Interpersonal Skills
The complete teaching ecosystem for SM-BNS-01. Frameworks, interactive tools, quizzes, rubrics, role-play cards, and course documents — everything linked from one hub.
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Open
First Contact
Opening Sequence
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Connect
Build Rapport
Rapport Ladder
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Exchange
Create Value
Exchange Triangle
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Navigate
Handle Difficulty
Navigation Toolkit
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Sustain
Maintain & Grow
90-Day Plan
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Interactive
Framework Pages
Framework Pages
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Standalone
Quizzes
Quizzes
3
Interactive
Tools
Tools
10
Course
Documents
Documents
Frameworks
Interactive Framework Infographics
Framework
FW01: The Sigma Networking Model
Five-stage pipeline with clickable nodes. Detail panels for each stage with L2 challenges, framework references, and Cultural Calibration grid (JP/KR/CN/VN).
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Framework
FW02: The Opening Sequence
Four-step vertical flow (Approach → Context → Bridge → Exchange) with expandable cards, example phrases, and the 90-Second Window timeline bar.
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Framework
FW03: The Rapport Ladder
Four-rung vertical ladder with expandable detail panels. Includes the Interview Trap insight, 1:1 Rule, and Rung Ceilings by Culture animated fill meters.
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Framework
FW04: The Exchange Triangle
Three expandable side cards (Offer → Ask → Follow Up) with language patterns. Full Follow-Up Email Template rendered as a colour-coded email mockup.
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Framework
FW05: The Navigation Toolkit
Tabbed interface: Respectful Disagreement, Graceful Decline, Recovery Protocol. Expandable steps with language patterns. One-and-Done Principle warning box.
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Infographic
Networking Tactics Map
Every technique from The Unscripted Professional ebook organised by stage. Clickable pipeline, tactic cards with phrases and warnings, five failure modes.
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Interactive Tools
Calculators & Builders
Tool / Lead Magnet
Networking Readiness Diagnostic
15-question self-assessment across all 5 stages. Slider inputs, canvas radar chart, personalised development brief. Email-gate ready.
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Tool
Follow-Up Email Builder
Build a networking follow-up using the four Exchange Triangle elements. Colour-coded live preview, tone selector, copy-to-clipboard.
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Tool
90-Day Network Plan Builder
Add contacts, classify into Tiers A/B/C, set cadences, generate a 90-day action timeline. Deposit Before Withdrawal principle. Export and print.
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Quizzes
Knowledge & Application Assessment
Quiz · 40 Questions
Module Assessment Quiz
8 questions per module. Tabbed navigation, instant feedback, radar chart results across all 5 stages. Level descriptors and development brief.
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Quiz · 10 Scenarios
Networking Scenario IQ
Real-world networking situations. Choose the best response. Framework analysis reveals after each answer. Scored with level descriptors.
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Quiz · 8 Clips
Spot the Framework
Networking dialogue clips. Identify which Sigma framework is being used. Archetype results: Observer, Analyst, Practitioner, Master Diagnostician.
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Quiz · 8 Emails
Follow-Up Email Clinic
Assess sample follow-up emails against the four-element template. Multi-select: identify which elements are present and which are missing.
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Rubrics
Terminology Reference
Rubric · 55 Terms
English → Japanese
Interactive glossary with search, section filters. Definitions, translations, and romanised readings.
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Rubric · 55 Terms
English → Chinese
Mandarin translations with pinyin readings. Searchable, filterable by section.
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Rubric · 55 Terms
English → Korean
Korean translations with romanised readings. Searchable, filterable by section.
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Teaching Resources
Facilitator & Participant Materials
Cards · 15 Role Plays
Role-Play Scenario Cards
All 15 role plays with scenario briefs, role assignments, timing, assessment criteria, and facilitator notes. Filterable by module. Print-friendly.
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Confidential
Teaching Notes
Password-gated facilitator guide. Anticipated responses, coaching interventions, cultural calibration, and assessment criteria for all 15 role plays.
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Gated
HR Director Preview Package
Password-gated preview for L&D buyers. Programme overview, sample content, cultural calibration, outcomes, delivery options, and commissioning CTA.
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Web Landing
Course Page
WordPress-ready corporate commissioning page. Full programme overview, case studies, delivery options, facilitator bio, and contact form.
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Documents
Course Materials (Word Documents)
Document
Course Outline
Full curriculum: 5 modules, 20 lessons, 15 role play specs, feedback protocols, Cultural Calibration Guide, teacher notes.
Word Document (.docx)
Document
Research Paper
The Unscripted Professional: Business Networking Competency for Second-Language Professionals. 4,400+ words, 28 references.
Word Document (.docx)
Document
Frameworks Compendium
15 frameworks: 5 Sigma proprietary, 7 established models, 3 teaching tools. Quick reference table.
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Document
Case Studies
5 real-world scenarios (Wallflower, Client Dinner, Follow-Up Spiral, Wrong Name, LinkedIn Ghost). Track A/B with teaching notes.
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Document
Ebook: The Unscripted Professional
8,000+ word practitioner guide. 10 chapters covering all 5 stages, cultural calibration, language layer, and action plan.
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Rubric of Terms
55-term glossary in landscape format. Definitions + JP/CN/KR translations. Seven sections.
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Document
Participant Playbook
Working companion for participants. Framework summaries, Language Toolkit phrase banks, self-assessments, 90-Day Plan worksheet, action plan.
Word Document (.docx)
Document · Confidential
Teaching Notes
Facilitator guide: anticipated responses by culture, coaching interventions, assessment criteria, 3-month follow-up protocol.
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Document
Video & LMS Pack
5 teleprompter scripts (8–12 min each), 40-question quiz bank with answer keys, Academy LMS configuration specs.
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Document
Podcast & Audio Pack
8 episode scripts/outlines for The Unscripted Professional podcast. Guest briefs, production specs, cross-course integration.
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Document
Marketing Pack
12 LinkedIn posts, 3 email sequences (9 emails), lead magnet strategy, 8-week launch timeline, corporate capability one-pager.
Word Document (.docx)
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