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Daria Volkova on how to become an interesting person at any tech event. An ironic guide to building a strong professional network.
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The author, who moved to the European Union from Ukraine, found that traditional networking rules often backfired at tech conferences, leading to superficial connections and a lack of meaningful relationships. Instead, they recommend leading with genuine curiosity, following up with specific and timely messages, and focusing on building a strong network.