Question 1 – LinkedIn Connection Message (8 Marks)
Create a LinkedIn connection message you would write to connect with the Managing Directors
of Unilever, Nestlé, and British American Tobacco. Ensure that your message is personalized
and professional.
Question 2 – Roleplay Scenario (8 Marks)
You meet someone at an event who works at Grameenphone and also runs a successful online
candle business. From your perspective only:
● Introduce yourself (how you would open the conversation) (2)
● Suggest multiple small-talk topics to create rapport. Provide examples of closing
statements to end the discussion positively (4)
● Draft a follow-up message you would send later to maintain the connection (2)
Question 3 – Online vs Offline Networking (5 Marks)
Compare online networking (LinkedIn, Facebook Groups, Email) with offline networking (career
fairs, seminars, community meetups). Mention two advantages of each method. (4) Explain
which one you would personally prioritize and why. (1)
Question 4 – Using Alumni network (6 Marks)
Suppose you are applying for a Management Trainee Officer (MTO) role at Nestlé. You discover
through LinkedIn that one of your alumni seniors works there.
● Write the initial message you would send to this senior. (3)
● Suggest two ways you would maintain this professional relationship without making it
transactional. (3)
Question 5 – Networking in an Interview Setting (5 Marks)
During an MTO assessment center, you are in a group discussion round with 6 candidates. One
of them is already working as an intern at Unilever.
● How would you approach this person before or after the session to build a genuine
connection? (2)
● Write two example statements/questions you might use. (3)
Question 6 – Elevator Pitch (8 Marks)
Draft the perfect 30-second elevator pitch for yourself. Your pitch should include:
● Who you are
● A short background
● A connection or link to the listener
● Your “ask” or value proposition
● A concise closing statement
