The Afterwork Series

After work. Ahead of the game.

Short evening sessions on communication, influence and selling — followed by networking drinks. Join one session or the whole series.

Why the Afterwork Series

Designed around your life.

01

Keep your workday.

Two hours in the evening. No full-day workshop, no rescheduled meetings, no lost productivity. Just a well-spent evening.

02

Skills you use the next morning.

Communication, influence, personality — practical techniques you can put to use the very next day. Not theory. Tools.

03

People worth knowing.

Small groups, real conversations, drinks after every session. The kind of networking that actually turns into something.

The format

Everything you need to know.

Format
Evening sessions
(~2h each)
Location
Vienna Institute for Leadership and Sales
After every session
Drinks & networking
Language
German —
English on request
Autumn 2026

Your autumn at VILS.

Expect strong speakers, real learnings and great networking. Spots are limited — sign up now and be part of it.

Her Career Playbook
10
Sep
Guest Speaker EN

Her Career Playbook

How female high performers shape their careers

Jacqueline Wild · Austrian Top CIO

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Ready for the Spotlight
15
Sep
Guest Speaker

Ready for the Spotlight

Own the room with confidence, presence & energy.

Phillip Hajszan · TV host & coach

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Grüß Gott, Now What?
22
Sep
EN

Grüß Gott, Now What?

Your survival guide to Vienna

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AI for Business
29
Sep

AI for Business

AI as a driver for growth and innovation

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Habits of High Performers
07
Okt

Habits of High Performers

What high performers do differently

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Skills-Based Organization
8
Okt
Guest Speaker

Skills-Based Organization

The future is skills-based

Iris Brachmaier · CHRO @UNIQA

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Vienna Decoded
13
Okt
EN

Vienna Decoded

What nobody tells you before you move here

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Kill Your Comfort Zone
14
Okt

Kill Your Comfort Zone

Growth starts where comfort ends

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Step into the Spotlight
20
Okt
Guest Speaker

Step into the Spotlight

Ready for your next step?

Phillip Hajszan · TV host & coach

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Focus or Fail
21
Okt

Focus or Fail

Your mind is your strongest tool

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Read People Like a Pro
05
Nov

Read People Like a Pro

Understand how people around you think

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Read People Like a Pro
12
Nov

Read People Like a Pro

Understand how people around you think

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Make Your Words Work
19
Nov

Make Your Words Work

Read people. Adapt your style. Lead the conversation.

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The Art of Influencing
26
Nov

The Art of Influencing

10 high-impact techniques to move people

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What participants say

A great evening and a sharper skill set.

“A fantastic team with exciting, one-of-a-kind after-work workshops. There is so much to learn here and take straight into your daily work.”

Sarah Kaltenbrunner
Sarah Kaltenbrunner
Consultant | PMO

“Absolutely recommended! In a short time you walk away with valuable knowledge nuggets you can apply right away. Thanks for a great evening!”

Phillip Hajszan
Phillip Hajszan
TV-Moderator | Speaker | Coach

“What I loved most about the Afterwork seminars was the open atmosphere — sharing experiences freely, exchanging tips and tricks, and learning from one another.”

Patrick Matthay
Patrick Matthay
Teamlead & System Engineer

“Fresh, inspiring input. Broadening your horizon. Meeting new people.”

Gerald Recknagel
Gerald Recknagel
Project Manager

“Excellent food for thought and genuinely helpful — I arrived skeptical and will be coming back convinced!”

Stefan Reinberger
Stefan Reinberger
Managing Director
The Afterwork Series

Join the next session.

Book your spot directly on Eventbrite — or get in touch with Marlene for group bookings and questions.

01
Pick your sessions on Eventbrite

Book a single evening or the full series directly. Open Eventbrite →

02
You get all the details

Marlene sends you your confirmation, venue details and everything you need ahead of your first evening.

03
Come, learn and connect

Attend the session, then stay for drinks and networking with like-minded professionals who take growth as seriously as you do.

Marlene Postl

Marlene Postl

Your Contact at Vienna Institute for Leadership and Sales welcome@vils-vienna.com +43 676 5574339
FAQ

Everything you need to know about the Afterwork Series.

Quick answers to help you decide whether to join one session, a few, or the full series.

How many sessions are there and do I need to attend all of them?+
Each session stands completely on its own — you can attend a single evening, pick a selection, or join the full series. The sessions are designed to work independently, so you never feel lost by missing one.
What language are sessions held in?+
Sessions are held in German by default. If there’s enough interest in an English-language edition, we can arrange one — contact Marlene to register your interest.
Where do sessions take place?+
Sessions are held at our training venue in Vienna. The exact location and any access details are included in your confirmation. The venue is easy to reach by public transport.
Can I bring colleagues?+
Absolutely — and it’s a great idea. Coming with a colleague means you both share the experience and can discuss and apply what you’ve learned together afterward. Group tickets are available — ask Marlene for pricing.
What happens after the session?+
Each evening includes a networking portion after the session — drinks and informal conversation with other participants. It’s a relaxed way to extend what you’ve learned and meet interesting people in a non-formal setting.
Is this only for salespeople?+
Not at all. The topics — reading people, communication, influencing, selling — are relevant to anyone who works with other people. Sessions attract a mix of salespeople, team leads, managers and individual contributors from a wide range of industries.
How is this different from a workshop?+
The Afterwork Series is designed as a low-commitment, high-value format — compact, relaxed and social. For deeper development over more time, our training programs (like HIGHFLYER or Next Gen Leadership) or our High-Impact Workshops go further. Many participants start with the Afterwork Series and then continue from there.