In this episode, my business partner Machaela Clark returns to the podcast to chat about networking.  Machaela is a super-connector and passionate about building authentic relationships that benefit everyone involved. Machaela shares her tips and secrets for successful networking and how she uses her skills to stand out in a crowd. Machaela's approach to networking is rooted in curiosity and a genuine desire to get to know people. She believes that networking is all about building relationships and that it's essential to approach it with an open mind and a willingness to learn from others.

Unpacking this episode min by min:

00:48
Welcome Machaela back to the podcast

01:17
The Super connectors and introverts
07:06
The name games

07:35
Why it really matters, going beyond the business card

10:32
The purpose of networking is to serve others and to connect

14:00
Strategies for introverts and the importance of the greeting 

16:45
Helping others, who then help you 

19:56
Networking tips to find common ground 

21:50
Embarrassing networking moments 

25:49
If you ask a question, truly be interested 

27:09
Set up attainable goals for networking 

32:05
Digital business cards

33:29
Finding the right events, and setting up objectives beforehand 

38:40
Connecting after a networking event 

42:46
Setting up reminders and systems for followups 

52:07
Avoid overcrowded calendars

1:02:17
Know where you network best 

1:04:36
Networking together

1:07:21
Create your own networking events 

1:10:07
Shhh...a special happy hour networking connection event coming soon!

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